5 h. ago Housing crisis, traffic and food trucks: Here's what Montreal's new mayor wants her administration to tackle

Soraya Martinez Ferrada reminds executive committee members that the city is at a “pivotal moment” and is facing considerable challenges.

Politics

31 h. ago As cold weather moves in, Montreal enacts measures to help unhoused people

Montreal mayor calls on boroughs, residents and merchants to chip in, and to show tolerance.

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31 h. ago As temperatures plummet, temporary shelter opening in YMCA building

Montreal mayor calls on boroughs, residents and merchants to chip in, and to show tolerance.

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3 d. ago Three's company: Montreal, Laval and Longueuil mayors will team up on shared challenges

Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Laval’s Stéphane Boyer and Longueuil’s Catherine Fournier vow to bring a collaborative approach to improving issues in the Greater Montreal area.

Economics

4 d. ago Montreal mayor announces crisis unit to help homeless population during winter

The mayor of Montreal is announcing new measures to help the city's homeless population survive the winter. 

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7 d. ago NB Power to offer leniency for vulnerable populations to avoid winter disconnections

NB Power says it will offer more leniency for vulnerable populations who have difficulty paying their bills. Customers who qualify must still make 'some payment' each month.

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1 week ago Deux Montagnes REM route has many parents, but Jean Drapeau's shadow looms large

Former Montreal mayor was the first to propose converting the commuter train line into a surface métro more than 60 years ago.

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2 w. ago Final recounts in Montreal election confirm official results in St

Mayor Dominic Perri, city councillor Mauro Barone and borough councillor Gemma Marchione can now be sworn in.

Politics

2 w. ago Montreal civil rights groups urge new mayor to honour Black community leaders

“If we forget these names  we forget much of Montreal’s history,” says David Foster of the St. Lucia Foundation of Canada.

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3 w. ago STM strike: Still time for a deal to be reached, Martinez Ferrada says

"My goal today, and we have until midnight, is to get an agreement," Montreal mayor says ahead of weekend walkout by bus drivers and métro operators.

Culture

3 w. ago Soraya Martinez Ferrada calls for unity as she's sworn in as Montreal's new mayor

The Ensemble Montréal leader promises to govern for all Montrealers and tackle the homeless crisis head-on.

Culture

3 w. ago Soraya Martinez Ferrada to be sworn in Thursday as mayor of Montreal

Montreal's new mayor will formally assume the city's top role today during a swearing-in ceremony.

Culture

3 w. ago Projet Montréal names city councillor Ericka Alneus as interim leader

First elected in 2021, Alneus will now head the official opposition at city hall.

Politics

3 w. ago Projet Montréal to request judicial recounts in four tight election races

The party is challenging the result of the Lachine borough mayoral race, among others.

Politics

3 w. ago Projet Montréal, Ensemble Montréal to request judicial recounts in tight election races

Projet Montréal is challenging the result of the Lachine borough mayoral race, while Ensemble is challenging Verdun's.

Politics

3 w. ago Charming Ontario town becomes festive winter wonderland during holidays

The Ontario town of Port Perry comes alive each festive season, transforming its quaint downtown into a charming little winter wonderland.The town's quiet downtown area is popular for its Victorian architecture, but this scene takes on a new charm during the winter months, when thousands of lights and holiday activations draw in road trippers from across the region.Port Perry's seasonal celebrations kick off with the annual Scugog Santa Claus Parade, which takes place during the first week of December.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Explore Hidden Gems with Steph (@theworldasiseeit_travelblog)Visitors this time of year can also take a ride on the Holly Trolley, a free trolley ride through downtown Port Perry on weekends, with stops at various shops and restaurants along the way.One of the biggest seasonal attractions is the Lakefront Skate and M...

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