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Defence suggests manslaughter conviction in case of Quebec man who killed ailing wife
The minimum sentence for a second-degree murder conviction is life in prison with no parole for 10 years. Continue reading
How hired postpartum help is becoming more commonplace for moms
By Kim Smith Reporter
Unlike birth doulas, who help mothers during pregnancy and childbirth, postpartum doulas step in after the baby arrives. Continue reading
Donald Trump signs ‘Space Force’ directive to defend against threats above the sky
The U.S. Space Force is expected to be operational in 2020. Continue reading
Tribunal rules work slowdowns by STM maintenance workers illegal, must stop
Quebec’s administrative labour tribunal has ruled that work slowdowns by STM maintenance workers are illegal. Continue reading
Dessau to pay $1.9 million in settlement over bid-rigging on public contracts
The firm was not the only Montreal-based engineering company to see its reputation tainted by corruption allegations. Continue reading
MAGA hat-wearing Kentucky teen sues Washington Post for $250 million, alleging ‘McCarthyism’
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Nick Sandmann has accused The Washington Post of bullying him in a $250-million lawsuit against the newspaper. Continue reading
Laval fire damages greenhouse operation of Quebec’s largest flower producer
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Continue reading
A list of deadly Canadian fires
Seven children, all members of a Syrian family who arrived in Canada about two years ago, died in an early morning house fire Tuesday in Halifax, the worst fire toll in recent memory in Nova Scotia. Continue reading
Eighth lawmaker resigns from U.K.’s Labour Party amid anti-Semitism row, Brexit concerns
Joan Ryan, a Labour member of parliament, has become the eighth lawmaker to resign from Britain’s main opposition party. Continue reading
2 pedestrians injured after van hits parked cars in Saint-Laurent
The two pedestrians were seriously injured in the collision. Continue reading
It’s not over yet: more snow on the way for Montreal
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
More snow is expected for the Greater Montreal area starting Wednesday night and going until at least Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Petro-Canada installing 50 fast-charging EV stations across the country — but is there demand?
Petro-Canada said more than 50 EV stations will be located at gas stations along the Trans-Canada Highway, from Nova Scotia to British Columbia. Continue reading
More questions than answers for EMSB chair as they prepare to add preschool classes
The CAQ’s plan to introduce preschool classes to elementary schools starting this fall has been met with controversy, mainly surrounding whether or not schools will have the space to let in hundreds of four-year-olds. Continue reading
Justice committee votes to invite Wilson-Raybould to testify over SNC-Lavalin affair
Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former attorney general at the heart of questions on the SNC-Lavalin affair, told reporters “I am a Liberal member of Parliament” after a cabinet meeting. Continue reading
Nunavut hockey team making history at Canada Winter Games
By Heather Yourex-West Health Reporter
A hockey team from Nunavut is making history this week as it competes for the first time at the Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, Alberta. Continue reading
Trudeau government leaks support in wake of SNC-Lavalin, Wilson-Raybould matter: Ipsos poll
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
A new poll, providing exclusively to Global News, finds Trudeau’s Liberals have fallen back of Andrew Scheer’s Conservatives in the wake of one of the worst political crises to bedevil the government since taking office. Continue reading
Man spinning gun on finger shoots self in stomach at daughter’s birthday party
A Texas man was rushed to hospital after he accidentally shot himself in the stomach while spinning a gun on his finger at his daughter’s birthday party. Continue reading
7 children killed in Halifax house fire, 2 adults sent to hospital
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The organization that helped the Syrian family settle in Canada confirms all seven children died in the fire and their father was badly injured trying to rescue them. Continue reading
Justice committee votes to invite Wilson-Raybould to testify over SNC-Lavalin affair
Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former attorney general at the heart of questions on the SNC-Lavalin affair, told reporters “I am a Liberal member of Parliament” after a cabinet meeting. Continue reading
Upskirting victim launches website to flag hidden cameras across Toronto
By Kamil Karamali Reporter
It’s a personal mission for Sydney Eatz, who said she was a victim of upskirting two years ago — and didn’t know it until she found a video of herself online. Continue reading
Defence suggests manslaughter conviction in case of Quebec man who killed ailing wife
The minimum sentence for a second-degree murder conviction is life in prison with no parole for 10 years. Continue reading
Boil water advisory in effect for several Longueuil streets
The City of Longueuil has issued a boil water advisory for the Fatima area after laboratory tests showed E.coli bacteria in a water sample. Continue reading
West Island MNA says petition to save Riverdale High School is open until March 19
By Anne Leclair Reporter
Those opposed to the transfer still have until March 19 to add their signatures. Continue reading
How hired postpartum help is becoming more commonplace for moms
By Kim Smith Reporter
Unlike birth doulas, who help mothers during pregnancy and childbirth, postpartum doulas step in after the baby arrives. Continue reading
Tribunal rules work slowdowns by STM maintenance workers illegal, must stop
Quebec’s administrative labour tribunal has ruled that work slowdowns by STM maintenance workers are illegal. Continue reading
Montreal mayor, opposition parties voice concerns during cannabis bill hearings
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
A National Assembly hearing on cannabis continued in Quebec City on Tuesday. The minister was accused of not listening to suggestions to modify the bill. Continue reading
Fraud and bribery case thrown out against former SNC-Lavalin executive Stéphane Roy
A judge has thrown out fraud and bribery charges against a former SNC-Lavalin executive after concluding delays in his trial had become unreasonable. Continue reading
Dessau to pay $1.9 million in settlement over bid-rigging on public contracts
The firm was not the only Montreal-based engineering company to see its reputation tainted by corruption allegations. Continue reading
Laval fire damages greenhouse operation of Quebec’s largest flower producer
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Continue reading
A list of deadly Canadian fires
Seven children, all members of a Syrian family who arrived in Canada about two years ago, died in an early morning house fire Tuesday in Halifax, the worst fire toll in recent memory in Nova Scotia. Continue reading
2 pedestrians injured after van hits parked cars in Saint-Laurent
The two pedestrians were seriously injured in the collision. Continue reading
It’s not over yet: more snow on the way for Montreal
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
More snow is expected for the Greater Montreal area starting Wednesday night and going until at least Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
More questions than answers for EMSB chair as they prepare to add preschool classes
The CAQ’s plan to introduce preschool classes to elementary schools starting this fall has been met with controversy, mainly surrounding whether or not schools will have the space to let in hundreds of four-year-olds. Continue reading
Justice committee votes to invite Wilson-Raybould to testify over SNC-Lavalin affair
Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former attorney general at the heart of questions on the SNC-Lavalin affair, told reporters “I am a Liberal member of Parliament” after a cabinet meeting. Continue reading
Longueuil police warn of fraudster taking advantage of devastating fatal fire
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
Police say the fraudster has been contacting neighbours through social media to solicit sums of money. Continue reading
Hunt continues for escaped Laval killer
Quebec provincial police, who are investigating the disappearance, believe Denis Bégin was likely headed to Gatineau or the surrounding Outaouais region in western Quebec. Continue reading
Montreal-based nurse stranded in Haiti ‘relieved’ to be back in Canada
While she was ecstatic to be heading home, though, Katherine O’Neil says she feels let down by a lack of effort and communications from the Canadian Embassy and Global Affairs Canada. Continue reading
Several Laval streets covered in snow and ice
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
Imagine being able to skate on your street. In Laval, André-Du Bouchet Street is covered in ice that is as smooth, if not smoother, than some public rinks. Continue reading
Mermen calendar raises $200,000 in attempt to target ‘toxic masculinity’
This past weekend, the Newfoundland and Labrador Beard and Moustache Club gave a cheque for more than $202,000 to Violence Prevention NL. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Monday, February 18, 2019
Cole McLaren made 36 saves as Halifax downed Saint John 4-0 in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League action Monday as the Mooseheads picked up their fifth straight win and the ninth victory in their last 10 games. Continue reading
Montrealer using Smart car to plow snow in Saint-Henri
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
One Montreal resident has come up with a clever and unique solution to remove the snow around his condo building. Continue reading
Jagmeet Singh calls for public inquiry into SNC-Lavalin controversy
‘The prime minister seems to be continuously helping out his friends rather than everyday Canadians,’ Singh told reporters. Continue reading
‘The mystery remains whole’: Closing arguments begin in trial of Laval mother accused of killing her 2 girls
The lawyer for Adele Sorella, a Quebec mother accused of killing her two daughters, is questioning the work of investigators who analyzed the crime scene. Continue reading
Fire at Place Ville Marie forces evacuation
Francis Rillart, chief of operations with the Montreal fire department, said a significant quantity of smoke spread through the building. Continue reading
Bad weather, lack of pilot experience cited in Quebec crash that killed three
The TSB reports notes that current regulations do not require pilots to maintain their night-flying skills once they obtain their rating. Continue reading
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