Can a province just decide to leave Canada? Here’s what the law says
With the possibility of two separation referendums on the horizon, Canadians could be forgiven for wondering what would happen if voters in one province or another decide they no longer want to be a part of Canada. Here’s what the...
FTA: Montreal’s celebration of theatre, dance and pushing boundaries across the Americas
Ahead of the 20th edition of Festival TransAmériques (FTA), co-artistic directors Jessie Mill and Martine Dennewald preview the international performing arts festival. This year’s event, which runs from May 28 to June 10 in Montreal, encourages people to revisit what...
After concerns, land around historic Quebec campsite, lake will be protected in perpetuity
A landmark deal between a private landowner, the Nature Conservancy of Canada and various level of government will protect 300 hectares of land around Lac Tamaracouta in Mille-Isles, Que. The site will be open to the public and will be...
Quebec premier defends spending promises after finance minister’s concerns revealed
The province’s finance minister warned Premier Christine Fréchette that she may surpass the funds allocated to her.
From alleys to fire stations — Habs watch parties in Montreal are getting more creative
As the Habs push forward through the NHL playoff series, Montrealers are proving they can cheer on their favourite team from anywhere.
Kori Cheverie up for 2nd straight PWHL coach award, MacLeod and Sparre also finalists
Montreal’s Kori Cheverie, Ottawa’s Carla MacLeod, and Boston’s Kris Sparre are the finalists for the 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League coach of the year award, the leaguer announced Friday.
As Montreal strippers prepare to strike during F1, not all dancers on board with demands
A planned strike by Montreal strippers during Formula One weekend is exposing divisions within the city’s sex work industry. While organizers are calling for employee status, some dancers argue formal employment could increase discrimination, reduce flexibility and create new risks.
Legendary F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve named ‘historical figure’ of Quebec
The Quebec government is celebrating the achievements of race car driver Gilles Villeneuve with a posthumous distinction. He’s now joining the likes of Maurice Richard and René Lévesque.
Lawyer Daniel Rochefort charged with child sex crimes denied bail
Lawyer Daniel Rochefort will remain in custody until his trial. Judge André Perreault made the ruling Friday following the Crown’s review of the evidence.