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New mural remembers Fredy Villanueva, killed by a Montreal police officer

A new mural depicting Fredy Villanueva, who was killed by a Montreal police officer in 2008, has been unveiled.

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Montreal's St-James hotel, known for its A-list guests, closes after two decades

A luxury hotel in Montreal's Old Port, known for its A-list guests and lavish rooms, is closed for good.
Montreal's Arcade Fire announce 2022 world tour, with stops in Edmonton, Toronto and Vancouver

Following Friday's release of their sixth album "We," Montreal band Arcade Fire announced a world tour marked for later this year.
St-Henri jazz fest aims to highlight neighbourhood's rich musical history

There's a new jazz fest coming to Montreal. All this week, local and international emerging jazz talent pays tribute to the icons of the city's Southwest borough at the St-Henri jazz fest.
National Assembly pays tribute to violinist Angele Dubeau

The National Assembly paid tribute on Tuesday to violinist Angele Dubeau, to mark the 25th anniversary of the creation of the ensemble La Pieta.
Step inside Van Gogh’s masterpieces at new exhibit

A new exhibit designed entirely in Montreal is offering a modern perspective on the timeless Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh.
Montreal to install 50,000-pound ring in its downtown core

Ivanhoe Cambridge announced that it will install a 50,000-pound stainless steel ring in the heart of Montreal's downtown in June.
Quebec artists' fees increased for the first time in 23 years

Artists who reach out to elementary and high school students are getting their first fee increase in 23 years, and it's substantial.
Amazon taps Jamie Lee Curtis to produce new comedy series about Quebec maple syrup heist

Amazon Studios is teaming up with Hollywood actress and filmmaker Jamie Lee Curtis to produce a new comedy series based on the most Canadian heist ever.
Director Jean-Marc Vallee died of natural causes: Quebec coroner

A coroner's report into the death of renowned Quebec filmmaker Jean-Marc Vallee concluded he died of a sudden heart attack at his cottage east of Quebec City on Christmas Day.
Grammys: Montreal's Yannick Nezet-Seguin scores best orchestral performance

Montreal conductor Yannick Nezet-Seguin was among multiple Canadian Grammy winners on Sunday, bringing home the award for best orchestral performance.
'Star Wars Kid' reflects on his 2003 viral video, the media circus and human nature

Ghyslain Raza could never have imagined the short clip he made in 2003 in high school would become the viral 'Star Wars Kid' viral video. He hopes now that a new doc about his experience inspires dialogue, empathy and compassion.
Justin Bieber booed for trash talking Habs at Montreal concert

In the middle of his Montreal concert Tuesday night, Canadian pop star Justin Bieber gave a masterclass in rubbing salt on the collective wound Habs fans are still nursing and they did not handle it well.

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Canada inflation: How we compare to other G7 nations

With a meeting of G7 finance ministers underway this week, a CTVNews.ca analysis found that while Canadians are feeling the pain of record-high inflation, among G7 nations we are surpassed by Germany, the U.S., and the U.K.
Stakes are high for farmers as 2022 crop shapes up to be most expensive in history

The stakes are high as Canadian farmers take to the fields to plant 2022's crop, which some are saying could find a place in the record books as 'the most expensive ever.'
G7 countries to provide US$19.8 billion in aid to Ukraine

The Group of Seven leading economies agreed Friday to provide US$19.8 billion in economic aid to Ukraine to ensure its finances do not hinder its ability to defend itself from Russia's invasion.

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Backed by Greenpeace, farmer sues VW over climate change

A court in Germany cast doubt Friday on claims by a German farmer that automaker Volkswagen is partly responsible for the impact that global warming is having on his family business.
Women are almost twice as likely to be trapped in a car after a crash: study

A new study out of the United Kingdom has found that women are almost twice as likely as men to be trapped in a vehicle after a crash.
Nearly 43,000 people died on U.S. roads last year, agency says

Nearly 43,000 people were killed on U.S. roads last year, the highest number in 16 years as Americans returned to the highways after the pandemic forced many to stay at home.

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Canadians are more sensitive to stress than before the pandemic: report

A new report has found that 46 per cent of Canadians are feeling an increased sensitivity to stress than they were prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting their overall mental health.
'Holy grail of all finds': Ottawa boy finds gun while magnet fishing in creek

A 12-year-old Ottawa boy is sharing his story after a magnet fishing trip turned up an unexpected find.
You don’t always have to be fair with your kids, parenting expert says

Being a parent can be a challenge, especially when it comes to making sure that all your kids are treated equitably. However, one parenting expert believes it can actually be better to introduce unfairness to the kids in your life.

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Bach says Russia ban is to protect athletes, not punish them

Russian athletes and officials who have been banned from international sporting events because of the war in Ukraine are being protected rather than punished, International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said Friday.
Senegal president shows support for PSG player Idrissa Gueye following homophobia row

Embroiled in a homophobia row in France, Paris Saint-German footballer Idrissa Gana Gueye has received the backing of Senegalese President Macky Sall.
Israel Premier-Tech signs another Canadian rider to WorldTour team

The Israel-Premier Tech cycling team added another Canadian rider to its WorldTour squad, signing Derek Gee to a three-year contract while promoting him from its academy.