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'Canada must preserve its independence', Stephen Harper says at portrait unveiling
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (427+ words) Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper urged the country's political parties to come together and "preserve Canada" at a ceremony marking the unveiling of his official portrait. "We must make any sacrifice necessary to preserve the independence and the unity…...
Canada's Conservative leader calls for national unity ahead of leadership vote
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (628+ words) Canadian Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre delivered a speech on Friday that called for Canadians to stay united in the face of an "uncertain world", amid growing separatist sentiments in Alberta and Quebec. "A house divided cannot stand," Poilievre said in…...
What Canadians are hopeful for in 2026
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (441+ words) The BBC spoke to Canadians in Toronto and Montreal to find out what they're optimistic about heading into 2026. It ranged from stronger ties with Europe and more affordable housing to a brighter outlook for the country's future, along with renewed…...
Bonjour Québec Hub page
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (121+ words) Whether called Winterapy or simply a wintertime reset, being in nature or in the cities of Qu'bec provides a nurturing experience for both body and spirit. Winterapy is the art of achieving energy and renewal through winter experiences, and cities…...
Bonjour Québec | Family
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (230+ words) In Qu'bec, winter is embraced. When the first snowflakes fall, dusting forests, cityscapes, and cobblestone streets, that's your cue to gather family and head outdoors for a little Winterapy. This joyful immersion into crisp air, bright lights, shared play, and…...
Watch: Quebec debates stricter rules on religion in public spaces
2+ mon, 16+ min ago (422+ words) It also requires public services to be provided and received with the face uncovered. But critics argue it targets mostly religious minorities, especially women of Muslim faith. The BBC spoke to people in the city of Montreal to find out…...
Spacesuit designed in Bristol could help astronauts on the Moon
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (456+ words) The inventor of a garment featuring artificial muscles says it could allow astronauts to move more freely in space. Dr Emanuele Pulvirenti, a researcher at the University of Bristol, came up with the soft 'exosuit' which is designed to be…...
Former Guernsey chief minister's case sent to Royal Court
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (135+ words) The case against former Guernsey Chief Minister Jonathan Le Tocq has been sent to the Royal Court. Former chief minister's case sent to Royal Court The case against former Guernsey Chief Minister Jonathan Le Tocq has been sent to the…...
Three Scots agree extradition to Canada over man's death
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (445+ words) Three men have agreed extradition to Canada from Scotland to stand trial over the death of a restaurant owner. Robert Evans, 24, has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of Sharif Rahman, 44, in Ontario in August 2023. His father,…...
French helicopter crew survive crash into lake
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (453+ words) A French helicopter crew have survived after the aircraft they were travelling in crashed into lake while trying to collect water to fight wildfires. An eyewitness filmed the helicopter descending on the body of water carrying a vessel for collecting…...