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The long-awaited testimony of premier François Legault before the Gallant commission finally took place on Monday. The premier saying he should have been informed of surging costs surrounding the SAAQclic fiasco. The digital transformation of Quebec’s automobile insurance board cost half a billion dollars more than its original budget. Tim Sargeant reports.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters he wants Quebec doctors to call “1-800 Doug Ford” about the potential to shift their practice to the province. Doctors in Quebec are looking at neighbouring provinces amid an ongoing dispute overcompensation with Premier Francois Legault’s government.

Premier François Legault is pledging to forge ahead — even in the face of another devastating poll showing his plummeting popularity. A new survey finds more than 80 per cent of Quebecers believe he should not run in next year’s election. Dan Spector reports.

There are growing concerns the province could face an exodus of doctors if the Quebec government moves forward with its plan to impose a special law on health professionals. Premier François Legault announced last night that if he cannot reach a deal with doctors by Friday morning, he will force one upon them. As Dan...

The latest session of the National Assembly got underway in the provincial capital Tuesday, with François Legault and the ruling CAQ facing immense pressure. The premier delivered his inaugural speech at a time when his government is facing its lowest approval ratings since taking power. And as Legault unveils his priorities for the coming months,...

The CAQ government gathered for their pre-session caucus Friday. It’s been a trying time for François Legault’s party. There have been calls for his resignation after a series of scandals like the SAAQclic fiasco, Northvolt and more. But as Dan Spector reports, Legault is planning to stand tall and stay the course.

Quebec Muslims are expressing anger and concern after Premier François Legault set out a goal to stop what he calls an assault on Quebec values by radical Islamists. The premier made the remarks during his inaugural speech before the National Assembly on Tuesday. He and his minister responsible for Quebec identity doubled down but some...

Quebec premier François Legault is set to announce major changes to his inner circle with a cabinet shuffle scheduled for Wednesday. Some old, trusted allies are getting kicked to the curb to make way for new faces. The move follows growing frustration and rapidly eroding support for his government. Dan Spector reports.

Questions are being raised about what Quebec Premier François Legault knew regarding cost overruns at the province’s auto insurance board, . Mike Armstrong explains how SAAQclic blew past its budget, and what Legault said during his testimony.

The long-awaited testimony of premier François Legault before the Gallant commission finally took place on Monday. Two Quebec families want a stay of deportation for two men who say they fear for their lives if they return to Africa.

The Quebec government says it is planning to ban prayer in public places as part of a move to strengthen secularism in the province. The announcement makes good on a suggestion put forward in December by Premier François Legault, who said he didn’t want to see people praying in public parks or on streets. On...

In the wake of Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum, the Quebec government wants to push through a major energy reform bill. Premier François Legault says it’s urgent to create more jobs in the regions, and he’s getting ready to head to France on an economic mission. Global’s Franca Mignacca reports.

With the CAQ slumping in the polls, Premier François Legault has announced he’s making changes. He says he’s going to shuffle his cabinet and adjust some of his government’s strategies. Dan Spector looks at whether it will be enough to give the party a fighting chance in next year’s election.

At a meeting of Canada’s premiers in Saskatchewan on Monday, Francois Legault said he’s willing to listen to proposals about a new pipeline through the province. The Quebec premier once called Alberta oil “dirty energy.” But with Canada’s economy being threatened by Donald Trump, things have changed. Dan Spector reports.

Quebec premier François Legault says Trump ‘defies all logic’, harm reduction advocates say moving safe injection site will cost millions, and Montreal transit agency warns commuters to prepare as STM maintenance strike nears.

There is mixed reaction to the premiers’ meeting in Saskatchewan. Opposition parties are accusing Premier François Legault of putting the interests of the rest of the country ahead of Quebec’s. This comes after Legault repeated  that he’s open to a potential pipeline. Franca Mignacca has more.

Housing rights groups and tenants in Quebec are blasting the François Legault government over how rent hikes are calculated. They argue that the amendments favour landlords and don’t come close to what renters have been demanding for years. Phil Carpenter reports.

Housing rights groups and tenants in Quebec are blasting the François Legault government over how rent hikes are calculated. They argue that the amendments favour landlords and don’t come close to what renters have been demanding for years. Phil Carpenter reports.

As Canada’s new prime minister settles into the big job, there is a major focus in Quebec on Mark Carney’s strategy on immigration. Premier François Legault wants the federal government to stop the influx of migrants from the United States. Global’s Elizbeth Zogalis reports on the province’s expectations.

Reaction to the new federal government was mixed in Quebec City. The Liberals may have won more seats this time around, but what does that mean for Quebec provincial politicians? Premier François Legault says he’s ready to work with Prime Minister Mark Carney on a multitude of portfolios except for maybe one. Global’s Elizabeth Zogalis...