22 minutes ago Supreme Court rejects Quebec woman’s attempt to sue comedian who mocked her son

MONTREAL — Canada’s highest court has put an end to a 12-year legal saga that pitted comedian Mike Ward against the family of a disabled Quebec singer whom he mocked in his routines. The Supreme Court of Canada today rejected a request to hear an appeal by Sylvie Gabriel, who had been seeking to reverse […]

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16 hours ago Puerto Rico’s new governor appoints an energy czar to tackle the island’s power crisis

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s new governor appointed a so-called energy czar on Wednesday to help pull the U.S. territory out of a power-supply crisis. The nomination of Josue Colon comes days after a massive blackout hit the island, leaving nearly all its 3.2 million inhabitants in the dark as they prepared […]

Politics

22 hours ago Éducation au Québec: l’école à trois vitesses détruit l’égalité des chances

Janvier, mois des bilans et des résolutions. En éducation, toutefois, le constat est sans appel: ça ne va pas.

Society

58 minutes ago Kentucky reaches $110 million deal with Kroger to settle its opioid lawsuit

Kentucky will receive $110 million to settle its lawsuit accusing one of the nation’s largest grocery chains of helping fuel the opioid epidemic, the state’s attorney general said Thursday. The state will use the money it is getting in its settlement with The Kroger Co. to combat an addiction that has ravaged communities and given […]

Economics

21 hours ago Près de 200 points de dépôt au Québec: un nouveau programme en place pour recycler les vapoteuses

Grâce à un tout nouveau programme, il sera dorénavant possible de recycler les piles, les batteries et autres composants des vapoteuses.

Sport

1 hour ago Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal among celebrities who lost homes in L.A. wildfires

Many celebrities' homes were directly in the path of the multiple fires ravaging Los Angeles.

Events

19 hours ago Stewart Prest: Canada’s fight with Donald Trump isn’t just economic, it’s existential

Opinion: Trump has made it a running joke that Canada is just another American state. He’s openly challenging the idea of Canadian sovereignty. But Canada is not powerless

Culture

19 hours ago Manitoba health minister calls emergency room patient death a ‘devastating loss’

Asagwara promised the man's death on Tuesday morning will be treated as a critical incident, with the "highest level of urgency," to prevent other deaths in the future.

Science

23 hours ago Lion Electric shifts focus from trucks to buses in bid to attract buyer

The company announced layoffs last week, with its remaining 160 workers helping clients with vehicle maintenance

Transport

47 minutes ago Le Québec a des défis devant lui avec l’augmentation à venir des cas d’alzheimer

D’ici 2050, le nombre de Québécois vivant avec un trouble neurocognitif comme l’alzheimer pourrait plus que doubler.

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25 hours ago Ghislain Picard quitte la tête de l’Assemblée des Premières Nations Québec

Chef de l’APNQL depuis 33 ans, il assure que cette décision a été mûrement réfléchie.

Politics

23 hours ago University of Alberta rebrands DEI policy to ACB: ‘Time for a refresh’

Diversity opponents say the practice leads to discrimination and promotes left-wing ideology, while supporters say it helps level the playing field for women and people of colour.

Society

4 hours ago Seneca Polytechnic receives $660,000 grant from RBC Future Launch to enhance nursing education

TORONTO, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seneca Polytechnic is thrilled to announce a generous new grant of $660,000 from RBC Future Launch, a part of RBC and RBC Foundation’s 10-year, $500 million commitment to help Canadian youth prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. This generous donation will be directed towards the Seneca Nanji Foundation […]

Economics

2 hours ago James Woods in tears after home burns down in L.A. wildfires: ‘Like an inferno’

Joe Rogan’s eerie warning of fire danger resurfaces as blazes pummel L.A.

Events

43 hours ago 100e de «Pub Royal» au Grand Théâtre de Québec: «un spectacle qui va durer», croient ses artisans

Un phénomène similaire à «Broue» s’observe depuis les débuts de «Pub Royal», raconte un comédien du spectacle.

Culture

22 hours ago Drug From Bowel Bacteria Helps Blood Cancer Patients Facing Deadly Complication

When Anne Maldzinski underwent a blood stem-cell transplant to cure her cancer, the procedure triggered a life-threatening immune reaction that ravaged her intestines, leaving her survival dependent on a surprising treatment: human feces.

Science

43 hours ago Man who exploded Cybertruck outside Trump hotel in Vegas used generative AI, cops say

LAS VEGAS — The highly decorated soldier who exploded a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas used generative AI including ChatGPT to help plan the attack, Las Vegas police said Tuesday. Nearly a week after 37-year-old Matthew Livelsberger fatally shot himself, officials said according to writings, he didn’t intend to kill anyone […]

Transport

1 hour ago Les demandes d’aide alimentaire continueront d’augmenter dans les prochaines années

C’est ce que révèle une étude économique qui établit des prévisions sur l’ampleur de la demande à venir au Québec.

Other

25 hours ago Newfoundland and Labrador opposition calls halt to vote on Churchill Falls deal

Politicians are set to vote on draft of a deal that would see Hydro-Quebec pay more than it currently does for electricity

Politics

7 hours ago Former Leafs Patrick Marleau, Jake Muzzin join Tavares in fight with CRA over millions in taxes

In separate appeals they argue their multimillion-dollar signing bonuses should be taxed at 15 per cent and not the top income tax bracket

Economics

2 hours ago Videos show celebrity homes reduced to rubble in L.A. wildfires: ‘Totally decimated’

'It was kind of a guttural pain and disbelief and shock and fear as I was approaching my property and not seeing the house,' says actor whose home was consumed by fire

Events

1 hour ago Des dépenses qui augmentent plus vite que les revenus à Québec comme à Ottawa

Le contexte économique et les augmentations de salaire n’expliquent pas les déficits gouvernementaux, dit un rapport.

Other

27 hours ago Newfoundland and Labrador Opposition calls to halt vote on Quebec energy deal

Politicians are set to vote on the early draft of the deal, which would see Hydro-Québec pay far more than it currently does for electricity from the Churchill Falls plant.

Politics

14 hours ago Serres automatisées: Québec prêt à verser jusqu’à 20 millions $ à Vegpro

Le MAPAQ est prêt à verser jusqu’à 20M$ à Vegpro pour l’aider à payer la facture d’électricité de ses nouvelles serres automatisées, en Montérégie.

Economics

2 hours ago ‘Catastrophe’: Video shows before and after as L.A. wildfire engulfs California mountains

At least five people have died, Governor Gavin Newsom said Wednesday, as thousands forced to evacuate

Events

5 hours ago Sentencing hearing begins for men convicted of leading Coutts blockade

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. – A sentencing hearing is set to start today for three men convicted of helping co-ordinate a blockade at the Canada-U.S. border at Coutts, Alta., in protest of COVID-19 rules and restrictions. Alex Van Herk, Marco Van Huigenbos and Gerhard (George) Janzen were each found guilty in April of mischief over $5,000. They […]

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27 hours ago Canadian parents can get an even bigger payout from the government in 2025

Canadian parents can expect an increase in their Canada Child Benefit payments in 2025, though it won't be as sizeable as the last two years.July always marks the start of the Canadian new benefit year. Since 2018, the government has used a process called indexation to increase benefit amounts to better support parents as the cost of living changes."This indexation means that the maximum benefit amounts and income thresholds at which benefits begin to be reduced are increased annually to keep pace with the rising cost of living, giving parents more support each month to help them provide for their children" an Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson explains.The maximum benefits and the income thresholds are indexed annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).In July 2024, child tax payments increased by 4.7 per cent, meaning the maximum benefit for children under six increased by $350, from $7,437 to $7,787. For children aged six to 17, it increased b...

Politics

18 hours ago Menace de tarifs douaniers: Legault et Ford se rendront à Washington le 12 février

Les premiers ministres du Québec et de l’Ontario, accompagnés d’autres homologues provinciaux, se rendront à Washington le 12 février prochain.

Economics

2 hours ago Les Jésuites ferment définitivement la revue «Relations» et le Centre justice et foi

Publiée pendant 83 ans, mais en veille depuis mars 2024, elle était l’aînée des revues culturelles du Québec.

Events

16 hours ago La caméra la plus rapide du monde est une des 10 découvertes québécoises de l’année

La caméra la plus rapide au monde, un vaccin contre la grippe aviaire ou les secrets du flétan sont parmi les découvertes de l’année au Québec.

Other

42 hours ago US Justice Department accuses six major landlords of scheming to keep rents high

DENVER (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department is suing several large landlords for allegedly coordinating to keep Americans’ rents high by using both an algorithm to help set rents and privately sharing sensitive information with their competitors to boost profits. The lawsuit arrives as U.S. renters continue to struggle under a merciless housing market, with […]

Politics

29 hours ago JetBlue passenger suddenly opens exit door as flight is taxiing for takeoff at Boston airport

BOSTON (AP) — A person on board a plane at Boston Logan International Airport that was taxiing for takeoff suddenly opened an exit door and was quickly restrained by other passengers, authorities said. The JetBlue passenger was expected to face charges and be arraigned Wednesday, Massachusetts State Police spokesperson Tim McGuirk said in a statement […]

Economics

3 hours ago ‘Apocalyptic’: Winnipeggers experience impact of devastating California wildfires

A former Winnipegger who has been living in Los Angeles for the past three years said while he's safe from the disaster, it's hitting dangerously close to home.

Events

19 hours ago Ontario jewelry store owner fights off thieves with broom: ‘Never seen anything like this’

The owner of a Toronto-area jewelry store fought off a group of masked thieves using a broom in a video that has gone viral. Now, he's speaking out.

Other

33 hours ago Dad says U.S. treatment Canadian doctors dubbed ‘witchcraft’ will help son

A Quebec father says he had to take his son to the United States for care after alleging doctors in Montreal wrote off his son’s chances at survival.

Economics

3 hours ago Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard leaves team before game to be with family as wildfires ravage LA area

Kawhi Leonard left the Los Angeles Clippers in Denver on Wednesday to be with his family in Los Angeles after they were evacuated from their Pacific Palisades home because of wildfires. “You definitely have to take care of home … Totally had my support 100%,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said. “Going back, checking on his […]

Events

20 hours ago Breakthrough year helps Selena Sturmay slide into Scotties as sudden pre

Edmonton skip and her defending Alberta champs get bump-up to further prove they belong in bright lights of curling's best

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38 hours ago Écoles qui débordent à Québec: un nombre «record» de demandes d’ajout d’espace au Centre de services de la Capitale

Le Centre de services de la Capitale a présenté 17 projets au ministère de l’Éducation récemment, mais aucun n’a été accepté.

Economics

3 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires: Alberta plans to send water bombers, other resources to California

"Alberta is also actively working with the federal government and the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre to assess California's needs," Smith said.

Events

22 hours ago Passenger opens plane’s emergency exit after alleged argument with girlfriend

Fellow passenger said a man wanted to see his partner's phone but 'she wouldn't let him,' after which he ripped the door 'completely off'

Other

6 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires: 5 dead as firefighters battle to control flames

Firefighters battled to control a series of major fires in the Los Angeles area early Thursday that have killed five people, and sent thousands frantically fleeing their homes.

Events

23 hours ago Stationnement payant à Québec: des caméras pour gagner du temps... mais pas nécessairement de l’argent

La Ville de Québec persiste et signe: l'usage de caméras sur ses véhicules vise à gagner en efficacité et non pas à produire plus de constats.

Other

6 hours ago Firefighters battle to control devastating Los Angeles wildfires as ferocious winds calm somewhat

LOS ANGELES — Firefighters battled to control a series of major fires in the Los Angeles area early Thursday that have killed five people, ravaged communities from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena and sent thousands of people frantically fleeing their homes. Ferocious winds that drove the flames and led to chaotic evacuations have calmed somewhat […]

Events

25 hours ago Two men sought after getting involved in fight that led to stabbing: Toronto cops

The victim was stabbed during a fight last week but his injury was not life-threatening

Other

17 hours ago Fire hydrants ran dry in Southern California just when they were needed most

The water system used to fight the Palisades fire in Los Angeles buckled under the demands of what turned out to be the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history. Some hydrants ran dry, hindering the fight against the flames, local water officials said Wednesday. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power was pumping […]

Events

26 hours ago Une cinquième journée très achalandée d’affilée dans les urgences du Québec

Après autant de jours sous pression, «c’est là où l’on commence à craindre pour les patients».

Other

18 hours ago ’On the front line’: Quebec planes and B.C. helicopters battle L.A. wildfires

MONTREAL — Quebec-based pilots and crews from a British Columbia company are fighting high winds and heavy turbulence as they battle the massive wildfires tearing through the Los Angeles area, and on the ground Canadians with homes in the area are being forced to flee ahead of fast-moving flames. Pascal Duclos, head pilot for the […]

Events

38 hours ago Vol de données des clients de Desjardins: Québec veut saisir les condos de luxe d’un accusé de fraudes

Québec veut saisir des condos d’une valeur de trois millions $ d’un des suspects de fraudes aux dépens de victimes du vol d’identité de Desjardins.

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19 hours ago ‘Armageddon’: Passengers describe Los Angeles fires after landing in Vancouver

Wildfires have been whipped into a frenzy across Los Angeles County due to the Santa Ana winds, with five blazes now estimated to be burning.

Events

21 hours ago Los Angeles Fires Become Existential Test for California’s Stopgap Insurer

The most expensive wildfire in US history could put a $5 billion hole in the state-sponsored home insurer of last resort.

Events

22 hours ago NHL postpones game between Calgary Flames, Los Angeles Kings due to wildfires

The NHL says tonight's game (Jan. 8, 2024) between the Calgary Flames and Los Angeles Kings is being postponed.

Events

23 hours ago Actor Steve Guttenberg almost goes unrecognized helping L.A. fire crews

Police Academy star Steve Guttenberg jumped into the fray to help first responders get people to safety as they dealt with wildfires in the Los Angeles area. The blaze began Tuesday in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. By late afternoon, it had spread across more than […]

Events

25 hours ago West Ham fires manager Julen Lopetegui after less than a year with Premier League club

Julen Lopetegui was fired by West Ham on Wednesday after less than a year in the job and with the Premier League club in danger of being dragged into a relegation fight. Lopetegui paid the price for a run of just three wins in his last 11 games, with West Ham 14th in the standings […]

Events

27 hours ago L.A. Wildfires: Are flights out of YVR cancelled and is it safe to travel to Southern California?

Tens of thousands have been evacuated in Los Angeles County, a popular destination for tourists visiting Disneyand or Hollywood.

Events

28 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires: Thousands flee as homes, iconic film locations damaged

A third wildfire started around 10:30 p.m. and quickly prompted evacuations in Sylmar, a San Fernando Valley community that is the northernmost neighborhood in Los Angeles.

Events