Pedestrian dies after being hit by dump truck in downtown Montreal
It is Montreal’s 24th fatal collision of 2018 involving a pedestrian. Continue reading
Here are the Canadian cities with highest hospitalization rates for opioid poisonings in 2017
Canada’s smaller communities have hospitalization rates for opioid poisoning that are more than double larger cities. Continue reading
‘The sea is where I feel peace and freedom’: Blind Spanish surfer aims for world title
Lopez wants to encourage others with disabilities to challenge their limitations, live a full life and perhaps try out radical sports. Continue reading
Chez Doris’ holiday meal offers bright relief for disadvantaged women
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
Chez Doris’ holiday party has been a tradition for 40 years. Its number of clients has exploded, however, with the influx of asylum-seekers. Continue reading
Thousands of gifts collected for the 27th annual Toy Tea event
Thousand of gifts were collected for Montreal’s less fortunate children living in shelters at the 27th annual Toy Tea event. Continue reading
Theresa May wins no-confidence vote triggered by Brexit dilemma
Her survival means another no-confidence vote can be held for 12 months. Continue reading
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Pierrefonds launches campaign to educate business owners about service dogs
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
The campaign follows an incident in July that saw a man and his dog get kicked out of a Pierrefonds Tim Hortons. Continue reading
Police operation targets Quebec Hells Angels drug trafficking network
SQ spokesperson Claude Denis said 13 residences and 3 businesses were targeted in Longueuil, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Chambly, Trois-Rivières, Nicolet, Sabrevois and Henryville. Continue reading
2,066 Canadians died of opioid overdoses in the first half of 2018
That means the total number of opioid-related deaths in the country since January 2016 is now at least 9,000. Continue reading
Chinese officials mum on Canadian detained, but state media suggests investigation into security matters
Chinese officials said they ‘do not have information to provide’ when asked about Michael Kovrig, the Canadian ex-diplomat who was detained earlier this week. Continue reading
Pedestrian fatally struck by bus in Boucherville
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a bus while crossing a street in Boucherville. Continue reading
Marijuana at a holiday party? Legalization puts spotlight on changing social norms
Experts say now that pot is legal in Canada, the holiday party circuit is ground zero for a shifting cannabis culture. Continue reading
Montreal West parents worry about room at Edinburgh Elementary for local kids
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Last year, Edinburgh Elementary rejected 47 new families–some in favour of unzoned students. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens throttled by the Minnesota Wild
The Montreal Canadiens had lost five straight and the season seemed in jeopardy, but then the effects of Shea Weber began to kick in. Continue reading
Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz surprises teen awaiting double-lung transplant
Jason Mraz stopped by the St. Louis Children’s Hospital in Missouri to help cheer up a young patient fighting for her life. Continue reading
German chocolate factory leaks out on to street, creating a street out of Candyland
The milk chocolate quickly hardened after hitting the chilly pavement. Continue reading
Michael Cohen, ex-Trump lawyer, heading to prison for 3 years
U.S. President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Michael Cohen is heading to prison for three years over hush money payments to two women during the 2016 election campaign. Continue reading
Donald Trump says he’d step in on Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou’s case if it helped with a trade deal
Donald Trump on intervening in Huawei arrest: “If I think it’s good for what will be certainly the largest trade deal ever made…” Continue reading
‘I was devastated’: Family living in Canada for 6 years to be deported Christmas Eve
A family of seven who have lived in Canada for more than six years are set to be deported to Colombia on Christmas Eve by the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA). Continue reading
Meng Wanzhou, Huawei CFO, released from custody following bail hearing
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou was released from custody Tuesday night following a bail hearing earlier in the day. Continue reading
Pedestrian dies after being hit by dump truck in downtown Montreal
It is Montreal’s 24th fatal collision of 2018 involving a pedestrian. Continue reading
Here are the Canadian cities with highest hospitalization rates for opioid poisonings in 2017
Canada’s smaller communities have hospitalization rates for opioid poisoning that are more than double larger cities. Continue reading
Via Rail places $989M train order with Siemens over Bombardier for key rail corridor
Via Rail has selected Germany’s Siemens over Bombardier Inc. for a $989-million contract. Continue reading
Chez Doris’ holiday meal offers bright relief for disadvantaged women
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
Chez Doris’ holiday party has been a tradition for 40 years. Its number of clients has exploded, however, with the influx of asylum-seekers. Continue reading
Thousands of gifts collected for the 27th annual Toy Tea event
Thousand of gifts were collected for Montreal’s less fortunate children living in shelters at the 27th annual Toy Tea event. Continue reading
3 victims of former national ski coach Bertrand Charest suing Alpine Canada
The suit argues Alpine Canada did not take even the most basic steps to prevent the abuse, alleging the organization ignored evidence to protect itself without worrying about the safety of its young athletes. Continue reading
Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon charged in connection with sex crimes
Rozon was charged with indecent assault and rape. The alleged incidents involve one victim and date back to 1979. Continue reading
Pierrefonds launches campaign to educate business owners about service dogs
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
The campaign follows an incident in July that saw a man and his dog get kicked out of a Pierrefonds Tim Hortons. Continue reading
Police operation targets Quebec Hells Angels drug trafficking network
SQ spokesperson Claude Denis said 13 residences and 3 businesses were targeted in Longueuil, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Chambly, Trois-Rivières, Nicolet, Sabrevois and Henryville. Continue reading
Chinese officials mum on Canadian detained, but state media suggests investigation into security matters
Chinese officials said they ‘do not have information to provide’ when asked about Michael Kovrig, the Canadian ex-diplomat who was detained earlier this week. Continue reading
Pedestrian fatally struck by bus in Boucherville
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a bus while crossing a street in Boucherville. Continue reading
Montreal West parents worry about room at Edinburgh Elementary for local kids
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Last year, Edinburgh Elementary rejected 47 new families–some in favour of unzoned students. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens throttled by the Minnesota Wild
The Montreal Canadiens had lost five straight and the season seemed in jeopardy, but then the effects of Shea Weber began to kick in. Continue reading
Absentee Liberal MP defends himself in House of Commons speech
The mysterious tale of a Liberal MP who was missing from Parliament Hill for months took a new turn Tuesday when the politician in question defended his absence and then was cleared of obvious wrongdoing by the Speaker of the House of Commons. Continue reading
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‘I would probably encourage it’: Economist suggests N.B. pull out of Francophonie Games
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
The Francophonie Games, or Jeux de la Francophonie, are projected to cost $130 million. The original bid was placed for $17 million in 2015. Continue reading
Montreal couple claims video of their ‘violent’ arrest contradicts police report
By Anne Leclair Reporter
The 34-year-old software engineer and her boyfriend are still traumatized over what started as a simple walk to get coffee that turned into a violent arrest. Continue reading
Freestyle ski star Mikael Kingsbury has won the 2018 Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada’s athlete of the year
Mikael Kingsbury is the first freestyle skier to win the award. Continue reading
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Quebec holds consultation on action plan to support caregivers
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
One in four Quebecers older than 15 are caregivers to an aging or ill loved one. It can be demanding and exhausting; many of them say they often feel alone – and that there’s no one to take care of them. Continue reading
Quebec adoptees finally getting some long sought answers about their roots
Bill 113, which came into effect last June, lifted the confidentiality attached to adoption records in Quebec. Continue reading
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What are the myths surrounding family violence?
By Kim Smith Reporter
Johanna Baynton Smith said she was attracted to her ex-husband for the good reasons. They married and had three kids, but she said he was controlling and eventually the violence escalated. Continue reading
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Montreal airport lays out guidelines for flying during holidays, including cannabis rules
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
Officials from Montreal’s Trudeau Airport lay out guidelines for fast and safe traveling, including tips on flying with cannabis. Continue reading
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Montreal police department presents action plan to improve race relations
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
While the SPVM was making a case to end racial profiling, the Black Coalition of Quebec has submitted a $4 Million class action lawsuit against the police department. Continue reading
‘The Marriage Project’ showcases love after 40 years of marriage
A new collaboration showcases the photographs and stories of 12 Montreal couples. Continue reading
Robbery of donation bins spikes just before holidays
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Local community organizations in Montreal that collect donated goods to support the needy are having some of their donation bins robbed. Continue reading
Quebec Crown meets with women alleging sexual misconduct against Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon
Quebec’s director of criminal and penal pursuits (DPCP) is preparing to make its decision in the case of sexual allegations against Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon. Continue reading
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