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...

May 24, 2026 | Featured

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...

May 24, 2026 | Featured

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...

May 24, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 24, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 23, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 23, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 23, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 23, 2026 | Featured

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.

May 23, 2026 | Featured