Call of the Wilde: Overtime Madness
The Montreal Canadiens took on the Ottawa Senators, who walked away with a victory in overtime. Continue reading
Laval police find vehicle of missing 36-year-old man
Sylvain Lavoie was last seen leaving his workplace in Laval at around 10 p.m. on Oct. 16. Continue reading
Former NDP MP Kennedy Stewart elected mayor of Vancouver
In a finish that was much closer than many analysts expected, Kennedy Stewart has been elected mayor of Vancouver. Continue reading
This week on ‘Focus Montreal’: October 13
This week on Focus Montreal Global Montreal’s Senior Anchor Jamie Orchard discusses the impact the CAQ could have on minorities in Quebec with the QCGN, the proposal that could give seniors in Côte Saint-Luc a better life and award the city $10 million to execute it and the Montreal-based duo, the Fitz-Patrick’s sisters’ North American tour. Continue reading
Montrealers march with renewed urgency for the 29th Night of the Homeless
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
This year, the event takes on a different meaning for advocates, with a new provincial government in place in Quebec City. Continue reading
Canada joins chorus of countries questioning Saudi’s Khashoggi explanation
Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland issued a statement Saturday saying the Saudi explanation of Khashoggi’s death lacked “consistency and credibility.” Continue reading
Montreal commuters would rather better train service than discount
Montreal commuters who rely on the train have grown frustrated with countless delays and service interruptions over the past year. Continue reading
‘They have to be recognized’: Local man honours veterans in Brome-Missisquoi
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Arnold Raymond installed a white marker along with a Canadian flag on his grandfather’s headstone, so everyone knows of his service. Continue reading
Mega Millions lottery reaches record $1.6 billion jackpot
The Mega Millions lottery may see a streak of jackpot rollovers end as it heads toward a record $1.6 billion drawing on Tuesday. Continue reading
After Quebec election, Parti Québécois last to be sworn in at National Assembly
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The Parti Quebecois caucus — now reduced to just 10 MNAs — was the last party to be officially sworn in at the National Assembly Friday afternoon. Continue reading
Cheering for son Max on the Habs comes naturally for Tie Domi
Tie Domi said his son’s move from Arizona, where he played the first three years of his career, has been welcome. Continue reading
Pennsylvania Kmart manager gives emotional sign-off on store’s last day
As the Kmart in McMurray, Pa., closed for good, its store manager gave shoppers a heartfelt goodbye. Continue reading
Sisters inspire fitness fundraiser for West Island Cancer Wellness Centre
A new ballet fitness studio is holding a fundraiser for the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre. Continue reading
Molson Coors begins work on state-of-the-art facility
It is expected that anywhere between 500 and 800 workers will be required to build the state-of-art facility and that local trades, contractors and operators are a crucial component. Continue reading
Can the Conservatives reverse cannabis legalization?
Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer hasn’t promised to keep cannabis legal if elected prime minister — would it be possible for him to reverse legalization? Continue reading
Former NDP MP Kennedy Stewart elected mayor of Vancouver
In a finish that was much closer than many analysts expected, Kennedy Stewart has been elected mayor of Vancouver. Continue reading
Can the Conservatives reverse cannabis legalization?
Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer hasn’t promised to keep cannabis legal if elected prime minister — would it be possible for him to reverse legalization? Continue reading
IN PHOTOS: Thousands of migrants make dangerous trek to U.S., and the situation is getting dire
What started as a group of 160 Honduran migrants walking north across Central America hoping to reach the United States, has now swelled to a crowd of more than 3,000 people and the situation is growing dire. Continue reading
How much weed was sold on Canada’s legalization day, province-by-province
A breakdown of cannabis sales on the first day of legalization across Canada. Continue reading
7 bad things that can happen if you don’t have a will — and how to get one for cheap
With good online options, Canadians are running out of excuses for not having a will. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Overtime Madness
The Montreal Canadiens took on the Ottawa Senators, who walked away with a victory in overtime. Continue reading
Vegan festival feeds Montreal’s ever-growing demand for plant-based food
Thousands attended the fifth edition of Montreal’s Vegan Festival, as 160 companies showcased vegan and vegetarian foods and products. Continue reading
Laval police find vehicle of missing 36-year-old man
Sylvain Lavoie was last seen leaving his workplace in Laval at around 10 p.m. on Oct. 16. Continue reading
Focus Montreal: October 20
This week on Focus Montreal Global’s senior anchor Jamie Orchard talks to a doctor who is speaking out about the benefits of medical cannabis; a pro-cannabis activist who launched a website being called the “Wine Spectator of Cannabis,” and to McGill University about its new program aiming to help allophones become bilingual and better integrate into the job market. Continue reading
This week on ‘Focus Montreal’: October 13
This week on Focus Montreal Global Montreal’s Senior Anchor Jamie Orchard discusses the impact the CAQ could have on minorities in Quebec with the QCGN, the proposal that could give seniors in Côte Saint-Luc a better life and award the city $10 million to execute it and the Montreal-based duo, the Fitz-Patrick’s sisters’ North American tour. Continue reading
Lise Payette remembered at national tribute in Montreal
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Multiple media personalities, Quebec dignitaries and members of the public headed to Montreal City Hall to sign a book and offer their condolences to the family. Continue reading
Icelandair makes emergency landing in Quebec after cockpit window shattered
Pilots flying a packed Icelandair flight had to make an emergency landing north of Quebec city Friday night after a cockpit window smashed mid-air. Continue reading
Montrealers march with renewed urgency for the 29th Night of the Homeless
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
This year, the event takes on a different meaning for advocates, with a new provincial government in place in Quebec City. Continue reading
Montreal commuters would rather better train service than discount
Montreal commuters who rely on the train have grown frustrated with countless delays and service interruptions over the past year. Continue reading
‘They have to be recognized’: Local man honours veterans in Brome-Missisquoi
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Arnold Raymond installed a white marker along with a Canadian flag on his grandfather’s headstone, so everyone knows of his service. Continue reading
After Quebec election, Parti Québécois last to be sworn in at National Assembly
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The Parti Quebecois caucus — now reduced to just 10 MNAs — was the last party to be officially sworn in at the National Assembly Friday afternoon. Continue reading
Cheering for son Max on the Habs comes naturally for Tie Domi
Tie Domi said his son’s move from Arizona, where he played the first three years of his career, has been welcome. Continue reading
Sisters inspire fitness fundraiser for West Island Cancer Wellness Centre
A new ballet fitness studio is holding a fundraiser for the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre. Continue reading
Molson Coors begins work on state-of-the-art facility
It is expected that anywhere between 500 and 800 workers will be required to build the state-of-art facility and that local trades, contractors and operators are a crucial component. Continue reading
SNC-Lavalin pens letter in hopes of rallying public support over criminal charges
SNC-Lavalin is trying to rally public support as it prepares to endure a lengthy criminal trial after federal prosecutors refused to negotiate a compensation agreement. Continue reading
Sentencing decision for Quebec City mosque shooter pushed back
The judge deciding the fate of Quebec City’s mosque shooter says he needs more time before pronouncing a sentence. Continue reading
‘I want to work with them’: Legault reassures English-speakers in Quebec
The new premier answered numerous questions of particular concern to the English-speaking community and minority groups in the province. Continue reading
Questions swirl around evacuated buildings in Pointe St-Charles
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
Questions surround a recent decision by the city of Montreal to board up two buildings in Pointe St-Charles. Continue reading
Are Quebec’s cannabis products green enough?
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Outside of a Montreal cannabis store, what caught people off guard was the amount of packaging used to pack the marijuana. Continue reading
LaSalle Legion averts impending closure thanks to fundraising efforts
The Royal Canadian Legion in LaSalle is no longer in danger of closing down after Montrealers stepped up to save the post. Continue reading
Building a new life, with support at the Old Brewery Mission’s Lise Watier Pavillion
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
Twenty-nine women are rebuilding their lives at the Lise Watier Pvailion run by the Old Brewery Mission. Continue reading
‘We have to be prepared for it’: Montreal hospitals practice disaster simulation
Hospitals across Montreal worked on a Code Orange simulation in order to be prepared for a catastrophic event involving mass casualties. Continue reading
More irregular border-crossers have arrived so far this year than by this time last year
More irregular border crossers have arrived in Canada so far this year than by this time last year. That comes despite the government claiming the “crisis” has calmed. Continue reading
Westmount High School teachers protest CAQ’s planned religious symbols ban
A group of teachers at Westmount High School demonstrated against the CAQ’s promise to ban people in positions of power from wearing religious symbols. Continue reading
Police checkpoints, long lines mark Day 2 of legalization in Montreal
Long lineups and fake online retailers mark marijuana legalization in Quebec. Continue reading
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