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  • The Parc Jean-Drapeau Society (SPJD) announced Sunday that it would open the Jean-Dore Beach, Aquatic Complex and the Olympic Basin starting at the beginning of July. SOURCE Parc Jean-Drapeau Twitter

    Jean-Dore Beach in Montreal is closed due to bacteriological contamination

    Access to Jean-Dore Beach in Montreal is currently closed due to high bacteriological contamination, according to the province's environmental ministry.

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    How vineyards are thriving on Montreal rooftops

    How vineyards are thriving on Montreal rooftops

    Five Montreal rooftops have been transformed into vineyards. Veronique Lemieux of Vignes en Ville talks about the urban wine project.

    Air Date: July 29, 2020

  • A man leaves an SAQ outlet on Monday, June 18, 2018 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

    These three liquor stores north of Montreal are closing due to COVID-19 outbreak

    Three of Quebec's liquor store outlets north of Montreal are closing after eight employees from the SAQ tested positive for COVID-19.

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    PQ member for Gaspe calls for money, police after tourists descend on region

    A member of the Quebec legislature representing the popular tourist region of Gaspe is calling on the province to send police and money to help locals deal with rowdy vacationers.

  • Starting a new exercise regime could also help improve your eating habits, according to new research. (shock/Shutterstock.com)

    People's movement has dropped by half in pandemic, but McGill doctor has a program for that

    A McGill doctor helped launch an online fitness program for veterans, but it turns out to be well-suited for COVID-19 life too - and based on research, people need it. 1

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    Once trashed by wine snobs, Chardonnay is back. Wine expert and author Natalie Maclean with tips on how it should be served.

    Chardonnay is back, says wine expert

    Once trashed by wine snobs, Chardonnay is back. Wine expert and author Natalie Maclean with tips on how it should be served.

    Air Date: July 14, 2020

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    Pandemic prompts wine discoveries

    The COVID-19 pandemic has encouraged more Canadians to learn about wine, Wine author and drinker Natalie Maclean shares some insights.

    Air Date: June 23, 2020

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    Downtown Montreal institution Bar-B Barn has closed, leaving fans bereft

    A Montreal landmark has closed: Bar-B Barn, the kitschy, Western-themed rib eatery on Guy St., much loved by its longtime customers. The founder, Manny Barnoff, died in December. 1

  • Quebec spends $750M to boost tourism UPDATED

    Quebec's $750M boost to tourism will include cheap package travel deals and hotel loans

    The Legault government is providing $750 million to the tourism industry to aid in its recovery, including 30 to 40 types of discounted package deals for travellers. 1

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    Quebec's gym owners call on government for plan to reopen

    Many gym owners say they've been forgotten, and believe getting back into business will be good for everyone's wellbeing. 1

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    Quebec to reopen restaurants in some regions as of June 15, everywhere by June 22

    Quebec is reopening restaurants in many areas in the province as of June 15. The Montreal region, Joliette and L'Epiphanee will open a week later, as of June 22. 2

    A local food bank volunteer packages food donations on Fri., Nov. 15, 2019 (Mike Arsalides/CTV News)

    1 in 10 Quebecers turned to food banks during COVID-19 pandemic, half for the first time: survey

    Two months after the start of the COVID-19 crisis, 10 per cent of Quebecers have had to turn to a food bank for themselves or their family, according to a survey released Thursday from the Grande guignolée des médias. 12

  • Quebec Health Minister Danielle McCann announces new measures to reopen personal care businesses during a news conference on the COVID-19 pandemic, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at the legislature in Quebec City. Quebec Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity Jean Boulet, right, looks down. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot

    Quebec to reopen private health care services on June 1, beauty services to open in two phases

    Private health care services such as dental care, physiotherapy and family counselling will be available throughout the province as of June 1. Beauty and grooming services will open in phases. 13

    Cosmos snack bar

    Legendary Montreal greasy spoon Cosmos is up for sale

    The home of one of Montreal’s favourite greasy spoons is up for sale. Known for artery-clogging breakfasts that are heaped on customers' plates, Cosmos snack bar is up for sale.

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    Montreal rolls out plans for community gardens, urban agriculture to help feed local residents

    The City of Montreal is calling on green thumbs and budding gardeners alike to help improve food security and encourage urban agriculture this summer. 12

    Various vegetables are on display for sale at the Jean Talon Market in Montreal on January 11, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

    Car traffic will be limited at Jean-Talon Market this summer to avoid crowds

    Car access to the Jean-Talon Market will be very limited this summer to curtail the spread of COVID-19. This exceptional measure is part of the plan to ensure the Jean-Talon Market is up to the health standards required during the COVID-19 pandemic, the borough said. 12

  • That's the Lafleur poutine you've been craving (image: Lafleur restaurants)

    Good news, Quebec poutine lovers: Lafleur restaurants are reopening

    If you’ve been craving two steamies and a poutine from Lafleur, we’ve got good news for you -- the fast-food chain is reopening as of Wednesday.

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    People diagnosed with COVID-19 should take the same precautions with their pets as with people. Veterinarian Enid Stiles explains why.

    In-depth: Keeping pets safe from COVID-19

    People diagnosed with COVID-19 should take the same precautions with their pets as with people. Veterinarian Enid Stiles explains why.

    Air Date: April 22, 2020

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    Agricultural industry hopes to call on Quebecers to work on farms

    The agricultural industry is preparing to launch a call to action for all Quebecers who want to work on a farm near their home. 12

    Singer Martha Wainwright entertains people from the balcony of her apartment in Montreal on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

    Montreal balcony singalongs are back: join Martha Wainwright on Tuesday nights through April

    People feeling stuck inside their homes amid the COVID-19 pandemic can join the rest of the city for socially-distant singalongs 2

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    People gather in solidarity with the George Floyd protests across the United States at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, Friday, June 5, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

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