2 dead after fire rips through historic building in Old Montreal
At least two people are dead and others are injured after a fire ripped through a century-old building in Old Montreal early Friday morning, sources told Noovo Info.
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Language watchdog tells Gatineau, Que. cafe to write Instagram posts in French
The owner of a Gatineau, Que. café says it's 'silly' that Quebec's language watchdog is telling the business to write its Instagram posts in French.
A woman was seriously injured in an accident in Saint-Rémi
A 28-year-old female driver was seriously injured in a three-vehicle collision Friday afternoon in Saint-Rémi, Montérégie, reports the Sûreté du Québec (SQ).
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Cyclist in critical condition after collision in Drummondville
A cyclist in his seventies is in critical condition after being struck by a bus in Drummondville, Centre-du-Québec, on Friday afternoon.
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Police boosting presence in Montreal ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary of Israel-Hamas war
Montreal police say they are increasing their presence across the city ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 start of the Israel-Hamas war.
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'We won't be reopening tomorrow morning': Montreal metro stations may be closed for weeks
Public transport users who regularly use Fabre, d'Iberville and Saint-Michel stations on the Montreal metro's blue line will have to be patient, as the emergency closure of the three stations announced on Thursday evening could stretch out over 'a few days, or even a few weeks.'
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Police warn Montreal teens of dangers of urban exploration
Montreal Police (SPVM) are sounding the alarm over a dangerous activity teens are sharing on social media: breaking into abandoned buildings.
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Toronto Raptors shoot hoops with students in Kahnawake
The Toronto Raptors were in Montreal for a preseason game at the Bell Centre but made time to shoot hoops with the students at Kateri School in Kahnawake.
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Suspect arrested after Valleyfield college closed due to police operation
Classes and campus activities at CEGEP de Valleyfield were cancelled Friday morning as a result of a police operation.
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Port of Montreal: dockworkers and employers' association in mediation
The Maritime Employers Association and the union of 1200 dockworkers at the Port of Montreal met in mediation for a few hours on Friday.
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Ottawa warned Quebec premier that forcibly removing asylum seekers violates the Charter
Quebec Premier François Legault was warned as early as the spring that the idea of forcibly moving 80,000 asylum seekers did not comply with constitutional obligations, says Ottawa.
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Meth, cocaine and guns seized in Quebec police raids, 12 arrested
Quebec provincial police's (SQ) firearms trafficking and organized crime squad arrested a dozen people and seized guns and drugs in a series of raids this week.
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Habs coach asks GM to speak with Senators before preseason game
The final preseason game between the Canadiens and Ottawa Senators got so out of hand that Montreal head coach Martin St-Louis admitted to feeling a little apprehensive ahead of another camp-ending showdown between the two teams.
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Rent for a 2-bedroom in Montreal could hit $4,325 in eight years: study
A new study out of Montreal's Concordia University found that, if policies and trends remain unchanged, a two-bedroom in Montreal will cost $4,325 per month, a similar unit in Toronto will cost $5,600 and one in Vancouver will be around $7,750 within eight years.
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Airlines' challenge of Canada's passenger protection rules rejected by Supreme Court
Canada's airlines have failed in their challenge of air passenger protection rules that the federal government implemented in 2019.
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City promises 2025 residential tax rate below inflation
The City of Montreal is promising to keep its property tax increase for 2025 slightly below inflation at 1.8 per cent, following years of steep hikes.
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Quebec launches construction camps to attract and train the next generation of workers
An introduction to the construction trades will be held in several regions of Quebec over the coming months, with the aim of convincing people to enter the industry or change career direction.
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Mad Dog Wrestling honours Quebec WWE legend, raises funds for sick children
World Wrestling Entertainment Hall-of-Famer Maurice "Mad Dog" Vachon is the inspiration for a local wrestling production company that will bear his name host events on Montreal's West Island to raise money and create memories for sick children.
75-year-old Quebec water-skier, a world champion
Mont-Tremblant water-skier Pierre Plouffe, 75, is back from the world championships with a shiny first-place trophy in his age category.
High school second-hand store to raise funds for the Montreal Children's Hospital
Saint-Lambert International High School will soon feature a second-hand store that will raise money for the Montreal Children's Hospital.
Black Lives Ruined: Black men asked to sign NDAs to settle racial profiling cases
Black men who are the victims of racial profiling and harassment by police forces in Quebec say they are being asked to sign non-disclosure agreements in order to receive their settlement cheques.
Black Lives Ruined: What goes through a Black man's mind when he's pulled over
The story is almost always the same: a Black man, perhaps in a nice car or walking down the street, is stopped by police. He asks, 'Why have you stopped me?' The response is he's either given a ticket, harassed or killed.
Black Lives Ruined: The effects of racial profiling by police
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Bridging the past and present: Montreal artist illustrates Jewish immigrant experience
The exhibit 'The Past is Before You' is now showing at the Museum of Jewish Montreal and tells the story of three generations of artist Arnie Lipsey's family. Each portrait is inspired by old family photographs.
Former NHLer and addict Brandon Reid's new goal is to help others beat addiction
Brandon Reid was a promising NHLer for the Vancouver Canucks, but his struggles with addiction almost killed him. He now trains other addicts as they fight to stay sober.
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Montreal home sales rise 18 per cent in September from last year
The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers says Montreal-area home sales rose 18 per cent in September from last year.
Rent for a 2-bedroom in Montreal could hit $4,325 in eight years: study
A new study out of Montreal's Concordia University found that, if policies and trends remain unchanged, a two-bedroom in Montreal will cost $4,325 per month, a similar unit in Toronto will cost $5,600 and one in Vancouver will be around $7,750 within eight years.
City dismantles homeless encampment near Longueuil elementary school
Crews from the City of Longueuil dismantled a homeless encampment near the Petits-Explorateurs elementary school on Monday under the supervision of police officers.
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MUHC requesting off-island patients go elsewhere for some services
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is trying to reduce congestion at its major hospitals by not accepting off-island requests for blood tests and imaging examinations.
Quebec's nurse retention problem getting worse: Montreal Economic Institute
Nearly half of Quebec's new nurses are leaving the profession before their 35th birthday, according to research released Tuesday by the Montreal Economic Institute.
Quebec issues new warning to schools amid increase in whooping cough cases
Quebec public health officials have issued a new warning to teachers and staff in schools across the province about the rising cases of whooping cough.
'No restrictions' for English patients in Quebec health institutions
There are 'no restrictions' on the right to receive health services in Quebec for English speakers, according to a new clarification document issued by the Quebec Health Ministry on Monday.
Lakeshore Hospital family doctor unit opens on Montreal's West Island
A new family medicine group opened at the Lakeshore Hospital on Wednesday as part of a long-term plan to create quicker access to health-care.
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Frequent drinking of fizzy beverages and fruit juice are linked to an increase risk of stroke: research
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What to know about fighting in Lebanon and Gaza
Relentless Israeli airstrikes pounded Beirut's southern suburbs overnight and closed off the main highway linking Lebanon with Syria, forcing fleeing civilians to cross the border by foot.
Police arrest Toronto woman in connection with three recent homicides
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Following child's death in Ontario, here's what you need to know about rabies and bats
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One year in, war casts a shadow over every aspect of life in Israel
As Israel's war with Hamas reaches its one-year mark, it can seem on the surface that much of life in the country has returned to normal. But with many still reeling from Hamas' Oct. 7 attack, hostages remaining in captivity and a new front of war with Hezbollah in the north, many Israelis feel depressed, despondent and angry as the war stretches into its second year.
Missing B.C. climber died from fall on Mount Baker, medical examiner says
The body of a British Columbia mountain climber has been located and recovered after the 39-year-old man was reported missing during a solo climb on Washington state's Mount Baker earlier this week.
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