François Legault is a ‘climate inactivist,’ says interim Quebec Liberal leader Pierre Arcand
Arcand argued that by not taking part in Climate Week in New York, the premier had chosen his side — that of a “climate inactivist.” Continue reading
Jean Charest
Some charges dropped against former deputy premier Nathalie Normandeau
The Director of Criminal and Penal Prosecutions (DPCP) has announced it is dropping some charges against former deputy premier Nathalie Normandeau. Continue reading
Ex-Quebec premier Jean Charest to help Canada chase after UN Security Council seat
Jean Charest is close to Canada’s ambassador to the UN, and he’ll help pursue a seat on the security council. Continue reading
Aerospace industry at risk of further decline, says report by Jean Charest
A new industry report says the aerospace industry is at risk of being overtaken by foreign rivals if government doesn’t work with the sector. Continue reading
Have recent suspensions, leaks eroded public trust of major Quebec police forces?
The past two years have not been easy for Quebec’s three major police forces, whose officers have been working in a climate of suspicion, scandal and now an allegation of criminal wrongdoing at the highest level. Continue reading
Former Quebec premier Bernard Landry remembered as ‘great patriot’ at state funeral
Quebec’s 28th premier died Nov. 6 at home in Verchères, Que. of complications from pulmonary disease at the age of 81. Continue reading
National Assembly crucifix representing Quebec ‘heritage’ only 36 years old
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
Many have said the crucifix is a piece of our heritage that needs to be preserved, even though it was only created in 1982. Continue reading
Former Quebec premier Jean Charest to pilot space industry relaunch plan
Canada’s aerospace industry has appointed former Quebec premier Jean Charest to chart a new course for the industry. Continue reading
Fraud related trial for ex-Quebec deputy premier Normandeau delayed
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
A fraud-related trial for former Quebec deputy premier Nathalie Normandeau. Continue reading
Quebec court rules delays in trial of former deputy premier reasonable
Quebec court Judge André Perreault said while a delay of two years surpasses the 18-month ceiling set out by a Supreme Court of Canada ruling, the Crown demonstrated it was necessary due to the complexity of the case. Continue reading