Quebec News

Ex-Liberal Martinez Ferrada will make bid for Montreal mayor with Ensemble Montreal

MONTREAL — Former federal cabinet minister Soraya Martinez Ferrada is officially in the running to be the next mayor of Montreal.

Feb 28, 2025 1:46 PM Read more >

Quebec replaces digital technology minister who resigned over auto board scandal

QUÉBEC — Quebec Premier François Legault replaced his cybersecurity and digital technology minister Friday after a scandal with the auto insurance board's online platform forced the resignation of Éric Caire.

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Quebec could extend religious symbols ban to school staff other than teachers

MONTREAL — The Quebec government might extend its ban on religious symbols following a report on the state of secularism in several public schools.

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Laurentian Bank reports slight Q1 profit increase as provisions dip

MONTREAL — Laurentian Bank of Canada reported a slight increase in profits in the first quarter as it works through reform efforts. The bank said Friday it had a first-quarter profit of $38.6 million, up from $37.3 million a year earlier.

Feb 28, 2025 12:51 PM Read more >

Canadiens forward Dach set to miss remainder of season after undergoing knee surgery

BROSSARD, Que. — Kirby Dach will miss the rest of the NHL season.

Feb 28, 2025 12:42 PM Read more >

Gilles Villeneuve museum temporarily closes amid legal action by late driver's family

MONTREAL — A museum northeast of Montreal named in honour of Canadian racing legend Gilles Villeneuve says it is temporarily shutting its doors amid a legal battle with the late driver's family over his memorabilia.

Feb 28, 2025 11:45 AM Read more >

CF Montreal acquires Pacific's Emil Gazdov, named the CPL's top goalkeeper in 2024

CF Montreal has acquired Canadian goalkeeper Emil Gazdov from Pacific FC in a record transfer for the Canadian Premier League team.

Feb 28, 2025 8:48 AM Read more >

UN talks end in Rome with nations backing $200 billion a year plan to protect nature

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Global negotiators concluded an extended session of the United Nations biodiversity conference, COP16, with key commitments on funds needed and the institutions through which the funds will be channeled to protect the world's

Feb 28, 2025 5:34 AM Read more >

IU Indianapolis hosts Detroit Mercy following McQueen's 23-point showing

Detroit Mercy Titans (14-13, 8-11 Horizon) at IU Indianapolis Jaguars (8-20, 7-12 Horizon) Indianapolis; Saturday, 12 p.m.

Feb 28, 2025 1:48 AM Read more >

Jones and the West Georgia Wolves host conference foe Queens (NC)

Queens (NC) Royals (10-18, 4-13 ASUN) at West Georgia Wolves (12-16, 6-11 ASUN) Carrollton, Georgia; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Jordyn Weaver and Queens (NC) visit Destiny Jones and West Georgia in ASUN action.

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