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Montreal study finds more women began gambling online during the pandemic

More and more women are experimenting with online gambling for the first time, a phenomenon that will require further research in the coming years, says researcher Sylvia Kairouz. A 2021 study of 4,500 Quebecers found that a higher proportion of women reported starting or migrating to online gambling during the pandemic, although more men than women reported engaging in such activities.

Quebec nurses' bonuses will end March 30 if deal isn't reached

Quebec nurses will see their income drop in two weeks if nothing changes between now and then. Three premiums will expire on March 30, including a 3.5 per cent premium for all care professionals. This premium had been obtained during the last negotiations of the collective agreements.

Satisfied with Quebec's health-care system? The government wants feedback

The Quebec government wants to know what residents of the province think of the health-care system. Health Minister Christian Dube announced Thursday that a pilot project that will survey those who have used the province's health and social services network and ask them to give their thoughts on their satisfaction with the care they received.

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HOUSING

Quebec Solidaire wants to make it illegal to evict a tenant in favour of an Airbnb

Quebec Solidaire (QS) considers it intolerable for landlords to evict tenants in order to convert their homes to Airbnb, especially in the midst of a housing crisis. QS spokesperson Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois is calling on the Legault government to quickly amend the Civil Code to prohibit evictions for the purpose of converting to tourist accommodation.

QS spokesperson Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois is calling on the Legault government to prohibit evictions for the purpose of converting to tourist accommodation. (photo: Olivia O'Malley / CTV News)

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Montreal police arson squad investigating torched pickup in RDP

The Montreal police (SPVM) arson squad is investigating after a vehicle was set on fire in Montreal's east end. A 911 call around 3:30 a.m. alerted first responders to a vehicle on fire in a private driveway in the Riviere-des-Prairies--Pointe-aux-Trembles borough.

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North Korea: Latest missile simulated nuclear counterattack

North Korea said Monday it simulated a nuclear attack on South Korea with a ballistic missile launch over the weekend that was its fifth missile demonstration this month to protest the largest joint military exercises in years between the U.S. and South Korea.

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