Omar Khadr on why he says he wants a life as close to ‘ordinary’ as he can get
“I don’t think I’m ever going to be an ordinary citizen but I’m going to carry myself as ordinary as I can,” he said, speaking in English on a Radio-Canada program. Continue reading
Ile Mercier couple battles to save home from flooding as waters rise
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Officials have recommended that Helene Caron and Burt Ansell evacuate their home, but they’ve decided to stay put. Continue reading
Meet the Vancouver VFX team that brought Game of Thrones’ dragons to life
By Simon Little Online Journalist
It turns out that one of Game of Thrones’ most iconic features — its massive, fire-breathing dragons — was created in Vancouver. Continue reading
How to protect yourself and your home from flooding
Authorities say the key to being safe is being well prepared. Continue reading
Red Cross launches campaign to assist Quebec flood victims
The Red Cross is recommending that anyone affected by the flooding should register with the organization either online or by calling 1-800-863-6582. Continue reading
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un to host summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin
North Korea confirmed Tuesday that leader Kim Jong Un will soon visit Russia to meet with President Vladimir Putin in a summit that comes at a crucial moment for tenuous diplomacy meant to rid the North of its nuclear arsenal. Continue reading
Quebec premier tours flood-stricken Laval as more troops deployed
Flood operations continue in communities across the province as water levels keep rising. Continue reading
Armed forces deployed as Quebec communities brace for spring floods
Quebecers are being reminded to check with their municipalities for the latest news and warnings in regards to flooding and support services being offered. Continue reading
U.S. militia group leader said he trained followers to assassinate Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton: complaint
Larry Hopkins, leader of the United Constitutional Patriots, a militia group that has been stopping migrants, has been arrested on charges of possession of firearms by a felon. Continue reading
Spring flooding claims 1 victim in western Quebec
Police say a vehicle plunged into a creek after a road was washed out by rising river levels. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Friday, April 19, 2019
ROUYN-NORANDA, Que. – Joel Teasdale scored twice and Justin Bergeron had three assists as the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies beat the Rimouski Oceanic 5-1 on Friday in the opener of their Quebec Major Junior Hockey League third-round series. Continue reading
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‘Where is my car’? Toronto-based vehicle moving company under fire for delays
By Sean O’Shea Consumer Reporter
Pawan Kumar wanted to move his car from St. Johns, N.L. to Vancouver. After 24 days, he said it only made it as far as Toronto. Continue reading
Quebec students rally outside Trudeau’s riding office to demand better protection from gun violence
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
The protesters want to see action on stricter gun laws before the next federal election later this year. Continue reading
Kirkland Signature veggie burgers recalled due to possible presence of metal pieces
Belmont Meat Products is recalling its Kirkland Signature brand Harvest Burger – Gourmet Blend – Veggie Burgers due to the possible presence of pieces of metal in the products. Continue reading
Canadian cops don’t need warrants to DM suspected child lurers — but they still seek more tools
By Mike Le Couteur Global National Ottawa Correspondent
Canadian police want laws — and parents — to help them stop people from preying on children. Continue reading
You could be losing hundreds of dollars to unused subscriptions every year
Minor recurring charges often go unnoticed — but they can result in big spending over time. Here’s how to avoid wasting your hard-earned cash. Continue reading
Billionaire Asos owner loses 3 children in Sri Lanka bombings
Anders Holch Povlsen and his wife Anne were vacationing in Sri Lanka with their children. Continue reading
Canadian killed in Mexico; Global Affairs assisting family
Local media report that a 70-year-old Canadian man was found dead in an apartment in the city of Progreso, in Yucatan state, on Friday morning. Continue reading
At Easter Egg Roll, Donald Trump tells a kid the wall is ‘being built right now’
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Trump told a kid that the wall’s being built. So far, his administration has replaced fencing that was already in place, but work could be progressing on other sections. Continue reading
3 mountaineers found dead after avalanche in Banff National Park
On April 17, three mountaineers who attempted to climb the east face of Howse Peak in the Icefields Parkway were reported overdue, Parks Canada said. Continue reading
Île-Mercier Bridge closed until further notice due to rising floodwaters
Spring flooding has forced the bridge to close. Continue reading
Omar Khadr on why he says he wants a life as close to ‘ordinary’ as he can get
“I don’t think I’m ever going to be an ordinary citizen but I’m going to carry myself as ordinary as I can,” he said, speaking in English on a Radio-Canada program. Continue reading
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Quebec flooding: How to help, where to donate
Looking to help out those affected by flooding? You can volunteer or donate. Continue reading
Quebec spring flooding forces hundreds of evacuations
As of Monday morning, Urgence Québec says more than 2,284 residences have been hit with flooding. Continue reading
Ile Mercier couple battles to save home from flooding as waters rise
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Officials have recommended that Helene Caron and Burt Ansell evacuate their home, but they’ve decided to stay put. Continue reading
How to protect yourself and your home from flooding
Authorities say the key to being safe is being well prepared. Continue reading
Red Cross launches campaign to assist Quebec flood victims
The Red Cross is recommending that anyone affected by the flooding should register with the organization either online or by calling 1-800-863-6582. Continue reading
Quebec premier tours flood-stricken Laval as more troops deployed
Flood operations continue in communities across the province as water levels keep rising. Continue reading
Armed forces deployed as Quebec communities brace for spring floods
Quebecers are being reminded to check with their municipalities for the latest news and warnings in regards to flooding and support services being offered. Continue reading
Spring flooding claims 1 victim in western Quebec
Police say a vehicle plunged into a creek after a road was washed out by rising river levels. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Friday, April 19, 2019
ROUYN-NORANDA, Que. – Joel Teasdale scored twice and Justin Bergeron had three assists as the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies beat the Rimouski Oceanic 5-1 on Friday in the opener of their Quebec Major Junior Hockey League third-round series. Continue reading
Quebec students rally outside Trudeau’s riding office to demand better protection from gun violence
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
The protesters want to see action on stricter gun laws before the next federal election later this year. Continue reading
Kirkland Signature veggie burgers recalled due to possible presence of metal pieces
Belmont Meat Products is recalling its Kirkland Signature brand Harvest Burger – Gourmet Blend – Veggie Burgers due to the possible presence of pieces of metal in the products. Continue reading
Pierrefonds residents sandbag homes in preparation for weekend flooding
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Flood preparations are well underway in Pierrefonds. Continue reading
Canadian Armed Forces, federal government will help Quebec fight spring flooding: Ralph Goodale
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
Canada’s minister of public safety and emergency preparedness says the federal government will be helping Quebec officials combat flooding. Continue reading
What’s open and closed in Montreal this Easter long weekend
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
Here’s a list of what’s open and closed this Easter long weekend. Continue reading
Expect flooding as heavy rain falls on Greater Montreal: Environment Canada
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for Greater Montreal. Continue reading
Flooding, climate change force Quebecers to rethink relationship with water
As increasingly frequent spring floods force evacuations and damage property, Quebecers are being forced to adapt. Continue reading
CRTC says Quebecor must maintain TVA Sports signal to Bell subscribers
Bell executives told the commissioners that the licence of TVA Sports should be revoked or at least suspended until the end of NHL playoffs in June. Continue reading
Montreal comedian makes guest appearance on Tonight Show
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Three years after moving to New York from Montreal, Salomon is appearing on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Continue reading
Trudeau begins search for new Supreme Court justice, ignores Conservative calls to delay process
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau officially launched the selection process to replace Supreme Court Justice Clement Gascon today, ignoring calls from the federal Conservatives to delay it. Continue reading
New Brunswick-based railway ordered to pay $50,000 for safety violations
The Public Prosecution Service of Canada says the company was sentenced Thursday in Saint John, N.B., provincial court. Continue reading
Legault admits Riverdale school transfer could have been handled better — but doesn’t apologize
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The provincial government announced in January that Riverdale, an English high school, would be transferred to a French school board to alleviate overcrowding. Continue reading
Habs sign Folin to one-year deal
The Montreal Canadiens have signed defenceman Christian Folin to a one-year, one-way contract worth US$800,000. Continue reading
Île-Bizard scrambles to provide sandbags amid flooding threat
Residents in Île-Bizard claim they don’t have enough help to protect their homes against potential flooding. Continue reading
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