Bill 62
Opposition says Quebec religious accommodation law is still confusing
New guidelines for how to apply the Liberals’ religious neutrality law, known as Bill 62, are not likely to end debate at the National Assembly. Continue reading
Quebec releases criteria for requesting exemption under religious neutrality law
The Quebec government has released a set of six guidelines when it comes to granting requests for religious accommodations as part of its controversial religious neutrality law. Continue reading
Quebec Justice Minister Stephanie Vallée won’t seek re-election
Quebec Justice Minister Stephanie Vallée will not run again. Continue reading
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh in Montreal
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Singh affirmed that the party will not only hold seats but grow support in Quebec. However, a recent poll suggests the NDP leader’s quest for votes in La Belle Province may be more of a battle. Continue reading
Quebec religious neutrality bill suspended by Superior Court judge
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
The province’s religious neutrality law has been suspended by a Quebec superior court judge. Continue reading
Lawyer argues for temporary suspension of Quebec’s face-covering law
One lawyer insisted the damages to those women would be irreparable. Continue reading
Protesters converge on downtown Montreal to denounce racism, hate
Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Montreal to speak out against racism and hate. Continue reading
Trudeau weighing options on Quebec face-covering ban in wake of court challenge
Trudeau’s remarks on Quebec’s Bill 62 are the strongest indication he’s given yet about the federal government’s position on the law, which has been widely panned across the country for perceived discrimination against Muslim women. Continue reading
Concordia University students protest face-covering ban legislation
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
Concordia students deliver hundreds of letters denouncing Bill 62, to Quebec Justice Minister Stephanie Vallée’s office. Continue reading
Quebec’s face-coverings law hit with legal challenge
The National Council of Canadian Muslims, the Canadian Civil Liberties Association and Marie-Michelle Lacoste filed the challenge Tuesday. Continue reading
