2 h. ago Une première entente collective pour les arts visuels du Québec

Les artistes ont obtenu une augmentation de 15 à 30% de leurs honoraires et redevances.

Politics

2 h. ago Psychiatric assessment for young woman charged in stabbing of child in Halifax

A 19-year-old woman accused of stabbing a six-year-old boy in downtown Halifax last month has been ordered to undergo a 30-day psychiatric assessment.

Other

2 h. ago Québec veut renforcer ses liens économiques avec la francophonie

Puisque la fiabilité de notre principal partenaire commercial laisse à désirer, le Québec pourrait se tourner vers le monde francophone, selon la ministre des Relations internationales et de la Francophonie, Martine Biron. Le réseau diplomatique peut l’aider à tisser des liens en Europe, mais aussi à mieux appréhender le potentiel des pays africains.

Other

2 h. ago Video shows Quebec school bus slamming into frozen snowbank in middle of road

The scene of the bus flying through the air and quickly slamming to the ground was captured by a security camera. Parents and witnesses watched on helplessly.

Society

3 h. ago Un nombre record d’ajouts de véhicules neufs de plus en plus gros en 2024

Le Québec a ajouté près d’un demi-million de véhicules neufs l’an dernier, surtout des VUS.

Sport

3 h. ago High school track athlete charged for viral baton whacking says it was an accident

A U.S. high school track athlete is facing a misdemeanour charge of assault and battery after hitting a fellow competitor in the head with a baton during a relay race. Alaila Everett was running the second leg of the 4×200-meter relay when her baton appeared to strike Kaelen Tucker in the back of her head […]

Society

3 h. ago L’APTS appelle Québec à protéger le budget du réseau de la santé

Pour faire pression sur Québec, le syndicat a mené une campagne de sensibilisation pour « un réseau public fort ».

Other

3 h. ago CIFF's red carpet premiere gives first look at Nice Indian Boy

The Calgary International Film Festival hosted a red carpet event Wednesday night for a Canadian premiere as part of its new First Look series. Nice Indian Boy was shown at the Globe Theatre with director Roshan Sethi and film star Karan Soni (who also appeared in Deadpool and Abbot Elementary) attending. There was a Q&A […]

Transport

4 h. ago U.S. judge accepts Pentagon leaker’s guilty plea in military court

The plea agreement calls for dishonorable discharge and no jail time. The judge approved the plea agreement, but had not addressed his sentencing yet.

Events

4 h. ago Canadian Olympians are being paid far less than U.S. athletes

American athletes who compete in the Olympics moving forward will receive significantly more money than their rival Canadian competitors.While competing in the Olympics is a huge honour for all athletes, the money they earn isn't as much as you would expect. In fact, many wind up working other jobs in order to afford all the costs of being such a high-level athlete, such as training and nutrition.However, thanks to a $100-million donation from philanthropist Ross Stevens, there won't be nearly as much financial stress for American athletes.Going forward, U.S. representatives at both the Olympics and Paralympics will receive at least $200,000 in post-retirement benefits."The Olympic and Paralympic Games are the ultimate symbol of human excellence. I do not believe that financial insecurity should stop our nation's elite athletes from breaking through to new frontiers of excellence," said Stevens."Team USA athletes, extraordinary individuals, have proven they can achieve greatness and...

Culture

4 h. ago In Calgary courts: Appeal court reduces jail term handed former Calgary Remand Centre guard who assaulted three prisoners

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from March 10-14, 2025

Events

5 h. ago ‘QUITE EXCEPTIONAL’: Luigi Mangione lands largest donation from mystery donor

As Luigi Mangione, the man accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, awaits trial, his defence fund received a hefty addition earlier this week from a mystery donor. The anonymous benefactor pledged $36,500 US to the Luigi Mangione Official Defense Fund on the platform GiveSendGo, which was launched in December to cover the accused […]

Other

5 h. ago Regina cop accused of using databases to meet women broke public trust: Chief

Robert Eric Semenchuck, 53, has been a member of the police service for 22 years

Other

5 h. ago Elon Musk's Starlink comes dead last in Canada internet provider ranking

Opensignal has posted its latest Fixed Broadband Experience report, which offers a deeper understanding of how people use their broadband connections.Opensignal collected data from Oct. 1 to Dec. 29, 2024, detailing broadband internet speeds in several regions across Canada.The key findings include Rogers having the fastest average download speeds nationally, with a score of 198.1Mbps, nearly 40Mbps ahead of Bell. Bell, on the other hand, offers the highest upload speed with a score of 109.9Mbps.Bell and Rogers are tied for overall video experience nationally, with scores of 76.7-76.8 out of 100, landing in the "Very Good" tier. Rogers also retains the highest scores regarding consistent quality and reliability experience.Regionally, Rogers tied or finished first in 20 of the 28 regional awards. Conversely, Bell has the fastest average upload speeds in Atlantic Provinces, Ontario, and Quebec, clocking in at 121Mbps in Quebec. Additionally, Eastlink has performed well for consistent ...

Events

6 h. ago G7 foreign ministers start talks in Quebec as Joly pushes back on U.S. coercion

LA MALBAIE, QUE. — Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly said Thursday she’s focused on working with Canada’s peers to address global challenges as she welcomes her counterparts from the U.S., Europe and Japan to Quebec. “We must meet the moment,” Joly said as she opened the Group of Seven foreign ministers’ meeting. “We should not […]

Politics

7 h. ago Huge Ontario music store known for being largest in Canada closing after 57 years

It's the end of an era for an enormous music store just north of Toronto, as local institution Cosmo Music has announced its impending closure after almost six decades in business.The Richmond Hill establishment —famously known as Canada's single-largest music store — announced on Wednesday that it would close its doors after 57 years.In a press release, the ownership called the "difficult decision" a product of "significant challenges faced by the company after the COVID-19 pandemic, despite major technological investments and efforts to adapt to a changing market.""We are deeply grateful to our dedicated team, loyal customers, brand partners, and the music community that has supported us throughout these incredible years," said the Hebert family, owners of Cosmo Music."It's been a privilege to serve as a hub for musicians and music lovers alike.""Cosmo Music has always been more than just a store," the Hebert family statement continued. "It has been a space where ...

Other

8 h. ago UN report accuses Israel of sexual violence against Palestinians

GENEVA — United Nations-backed human rights experts on Thursday accused Israel of “the systematic use of sexual, reproductive and other gender-based violence” in its war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The allegations came in one of the most extensive reports of its kind on the issue since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on southern […]

Events

8 h. ago Hunting show host sues B.C. conservation officer for $2.4 million

Michel Beaulieu, fined for wildlife violations, has filed suit in B.C. Supreme Court after alleged harassment by a B.C. conservation officer led to him losing his YouTube channel and sponsorship deals, according to his claim.

Economics

9 h. ago Duterte refused fingerprinting and threatened lawsuits during chaotic arrest, Philippine cops say

MANILA, Philippines — Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatened a police general with lawsuits, refused to be fingerprinted and told law enforcers “you have to kill me to bring me to The Hague” in a tense confrontation after his arrest in Manila that was ordered by the International Criminal Court, a Philippine police general said Thursday. […]

Other

9 h. ago How The Bay's creditor protection filing could affect gift cards and rewards

If you're a member of The Bay Rewards program or have any unused gift cards lying around, you may be wondering what to do now that the department store has filed for creditor protection.The Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) filed for creditor protection under the federal Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) last Friday. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice granted it on the same day."Put simply, Hudson's Bay is out of money and cannot meet its financial obligations as they come due. It is hard not to have a sense of melancholy when considering the application before me," reads the judge's written decision on Friday, supporting the company's restructuring effortsHudson's Bay, founded in 1670, is the oldest company in North America and a Canadian retail institution. As it struggles to remain afloat 355 years later, some customers remain in limbo.The Bay RewardsRewards and loyalty programs expert Patrick Sojka says Hudson's Bay Rewards members are bearing...

Economics