Province of Quebec says it is improving compensation program for victims
Nearly a year after the devastating spring floods, the province says it is trying to improve its compensation program for victims of disasters. Continue reading
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This week on Focus Montreal: April 7
This week on Focus Montreal: Jean-Pierre Fortin discusses the recent uptick in asylum seekers crossing illegally into Canada, a McGill prof explains his unique idea to do away with sandbags during floods, and Great Montrealer Matthew Pearce talks about how the Old Brewery Mission has changed its approach to homelessness. Continue reading
Pierrefonds hosts meeting with 11 public services to answer flood victims’ questions
Montreal police, firefighters, and Quebec’s public ministry were among 11 booths speaking with residents. Continue reading
Rigaud on alert for spring flooding
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
The rural city is bracing in the event of a repeat of last year’s floods. Continue reading
Hydro-Quebec hopes for no major flooding this spring
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
Hydro-Quebec says it is hoping to curb major flooding in the province this spring. Continue reading
Pierrefonds-Roxboro flood victims suing the city
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
A group of residents living on one Pierrefonds-Roxboro street are taking the city to court. Continue reading
Quebec floods: Coiteux talks preventing future disasters, helping victims
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
Quebec Public Security Minister Martin Coiteux said he wants to make it easier for future flood victims to get their checks. Continue reading
‘I feel gutted,’ says Île Bizard flood victim who was robbed
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
A victim of last year’s spring flooding is furious after his home, gutted by the floods, was recently hit by thieves. Continue reading
Rigaud on floodwatch during warm and damp weather
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
The Town of Rigaud has also dispatched teams to survey the water levels. Continue reading
Quebec floods: 92% of victims still without settled claims
New numbers released by Quebec Public Security show a large number of individuals have not settled their claims with the government. Continue reading
