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Quebec Weather: Morning Wind Chill Plummets to -38 Degrees

3+ hour, 28+ min ago  (132+ words) Quebec is experiencing an intense cold snap as Arctic air combined with strong winds sweeps across the province. On Tuesday morning, weather conditions remain clear but extremely cold in eastern Quebec. Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for…...

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Quebec Unions Compare Drainville to Trump Over Ending Permanent Tenure

10+ hour, 26+ min ago  (292+ words) In a controversial move, Quebec's aspiring premier Bernard Drainville aims to abolish the lifetime tenure of public servants. This initiative has drawn sharp criticism from union leaders, who likened Drainville to Donald Trump, suggesting he seeks to exert undue influence…...

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Freezing Rain Hits Southern Quebec, Light Snow Expected Elsewhere

1+ week, 3+ hour ago  (149+ words) Residents of Southern Quebec should brace for challenging travel conditions due to freezing rain expected during peak hours. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a yellow alert for several regions, cautioning about the potential impact of this weather. The…...

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Quebec Weather: Freezing Rain in South, Light Snow Elsewhere

1+ week, 10+ hour ago  (155+ words) Quebec is preparing for significant weather changes this week, with freezing rain and light snow affecting various regions. Residents in the south of the province, particularly, are advised to stay cautious as an alert has been issued for icy conditions....

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Report Uncovers Quebec Auto Board Lies to Conceal SAAQclic Launch Costs

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (311+ words) A recent report unveiled that officials at Quebec's automobile insurance board, the SAAQ, misled the government about the costs of the SAAQclic digital transition. The investigation, led by Judge Denis Gallant, highlighted substantial budget overruns and significant issues with the…...

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SAAQ Denies Cost Surge Allegations Amid Québec’s Awareness

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (363+ words) The Soci't' de l'assurance automobile du Qu'bec (SAAQ) is currently facing intense scrutiny over allegations of misleading information regarding project costs tied to its digital transformation initiative, known as the Carrefour des services d'affaires (CASA). According to a report released…...

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Over 1,500 NHL Players Graduated from Quebec’s Pee-Wee Tournament

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (227+ words) Since its inception in the early 1960s, the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament has become a significant event for young hockey players. Over 1,500 future National Hockey League (NHL) players have participated, demonstrating the tournament's importance in developing hockey talent. The tournament…...

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Charles Milliard Confirmed as Leader of Quebec Liberal Party

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (320+ words) Bassyonni 14 Feb 2026 Charles Milliard has been confirmed as the new leader of the Quebec Liberal Party (PLQ), stepping into the role without any challengers. He takes over from Pablo Rodriguez, who resigned in December following serious allegations concerning campaign financing....

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Quebec Mayors Oppose PEQ End, Highlight Regional Immigrant Necessity

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (345+ words) In Quebec, mayors and community leaders are voicing their opposition to the recent abolition of the Programme de l'exp'rience qu'b'coise (PEQ). This program was a crucial pathway to permanent residency for many immigrants, and its removal has raised significant concerns…...

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Ottawa Grants Marineland Conditional Approval to Export Belugas, Dolphins to U.S.

4+ week, 15+ hour ago  (305+ words) The Canadian government has granted conditional approval for Marineland, the now-closed amusement park in Niagara Falls, Ontario, to export 30 captive belugas and four dolphins to facilities in the United States. Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Joanne…...