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CBC Montréal

7-Eleven owner names new CEO, plans to go public as it fights takeover bid by Quebec's Couche-Tard

Japan's Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, has named a new CEO and plans to sell billions in assets as it tries to fend off a takeover bid from a Canadian ...
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Japan's Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, has named a new CEO and plans to sell billions in assets as it tries to fend off a takeover bid from a Canadian rival.

3 months ago

CBC Montréal

Man barricaded inside Quebec home arrested in connection with homicide

A man in his 30s, who barricaded himself inside a home in Ormstown, Que., was arrested Thursday morning, following an armed assault in which a man was killed. ...
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A man in his 30s, who barricaded himself inside a home in Ormstown, Que., was arrested Thursday morning, following an armed assault in which a man was killed.

3 months ago

CBC Montréal

Small and medium businesses fear job losses, brace for impact of U.S. tariffs

Manufacturers and suppliers are raising concerns about job insecurity in the wake of U.S. tariffs. Meanwhile, provincial and federal governments are working to decrease interprovincial trade barriers ...
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Manufacturers and suppliers are raising concerns about job insecurity in the wake of U.S. tariffs. Meanwhile, provincial and federal governments are working to decrease interprovincial trade barriers to make it easier to do business in Canada.

3 months ago

CBC Montréal

Why did downhill skiing disappear from Mount Royal?

Throughout most of the 20th century, you could find downhill ski runs on and around Mount Royal, complete with tow ropes, T-bars and even a 100-foot-long ski jump. ...
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Throughout most of the 20th century, you could find downhill ski runs on and around Mount Royal, complete with tow ropes, T-bars and even a 100-foot-long ski jump.

3 months ago

CBC Montréal

Ever heard of savate? We took a swing at the French combat sport

The sport is a cousin of kickboxing. One gym in downtown Montreal has sent multiple athletes to the savate world championships and three returned with medals. CBC News reporter Jay Turnbull, however, ...
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The sport is a cousin of kickboxing. One gym in downtown Montreal has sent multiple athletes to the savate world championships and three returned with medals. CBC News reporter Jay Turnbull, however, returned with a few bruises after giving savate a try.

3 months ago

Cult Mtl

71% of Canadians support a moratorium on Tesla sales in Canada

According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, 7 in 10 Canadians (71%) support a moratorium on the sale of Tesla electric vehicles in Canada. The same study found that the vast majority of ...
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According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, 7 in 10 Canadians (71%) support a moratorium on the sale of Tesla electric vehicles in Canada.

The same study found that the vast majority of Canadians (79%) have an unfavourable opinion of Tesla CEO and Trump “special government employee” Elon Musk, including 69% whose views are “very unfavourable.”

“Canadians’ overwhelmingly negative opinions of Elon Musk come alongside broad support for targeting Musk’s company Tesla by stopping sales of the brand in Canada. This may be complicated by Tesla having multiple manufacturing facilities in Ontario, which perhaps underscores the challenges tariffs pose.

 71% of Canadians support a moratorium on Tesla sales in Canada

The Angus Reid Institute conducted an online survey from Feb. 27 to March 3, 2025, among a representative randomized sample of 2,005 Canadian adults who are members of Angus Reid Forum.


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6 Mar 2025 16:27:12

Cult Mtl

The complex legacy of modernism is explored in the MAC exhibition Skyscrapers by the Roots

The new exhibition at Montreal’s Musée d’art contemporain (MAC), Skyscrapers by the Roots, explores the lasting impact of late modernist architecture through works by Shannon Bool, Kapwan ...
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The new exhibition at Montreal’s Musée d’art contemporain (MAC), Skyscrapers by the Roots, explores the lasting impact of late modernist architecture through works by Shannon Bool, Kapwani Kiwanga, Rachel Rose, Jonathan Schouela and a new film installation by David Hartt, alongside 1960s and 1970s pieces by Lynne Cohen and François Dallegret.

The group exhibition examines how functionalism and technological innovation shaped climate-controlled interiors, modular design, accessibility and media integration — once symbols of progress, now deeply entwined with the blurring of private life, labour, consumption and spectacle. Through a critical lens, it reflects on modernism’s complex legacy in contemporary spaces.

Skyscrapers by the Roots is at the MAC (Place Ville-Marie) from March 6 to Aug. 10

The complex legacy of modernism is explored in the MAC exhibition Skyscrapers by the Roots

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6 Mar 2025 15:07:04

Cult Mtl

Naomi Ackie and Toni Collette on co-starring in Bong Joon-ho’s revolutionary fable Mickey 17

Set in a distant future where humanity struggles to survive, Bong Joon-ho’s latest film Mickey 17 follows Mickey (played by Robert Pattinson), a disposable “expendable” clone sent on ...
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Set in a distant future where humanity struggles to survive, Bong Joon-ho’s latest film Mickey 17 follows Mickey (played by Robert Pattinson), a disposable “expendable” clone sent on a treacherous mission. Through his connections with those around him (human and alien), he inadvertently sparks a revolutionary movement far greater than anyone could have imagined. 

The film co-stars Naomi Ackie as an inspiring revolutionary character and Toni Collette, who steps into the shoes of a delightfully eccentric villain. In an interview on Zoom, the duo offered a glimpse into the film’s themes, their characters and the creative process behind bringing director Bong’s first film since his Oscar-winning Parasite to the big screen. 

For Ackie, the heart of Mickey 17 lies in its exploration of the value of life — human, animal and even alien. “When I read the script, that was what really shone out to me,” she says. “This idea of the value in all beings, things that we don’t know and aren’t aware of. That message was strong.” Her character, Nasha, begins her journey with a simple connection to Mickey, but it quickly grows into something much larger. “For her, it starts with Mickey, and it doesn’t seem like a big deal,” Ackie explains. “She’s like, ‘Yeah, that’s my guy,’ and she wants to defend that. From that grows this thing of wanting to defend everything else.”

What makes Nasha so compelling, Ackie notes, is her unintentional evolution into a revolutionary figure. “It wasn’t intended,” she says with a laugh. “But I think that’s how it starts.” Ackie’s portrayal of Nasha is both inspiring and relatable, offering a blueprint for how small acts of connection can lead to larger movements. “Mickey isn’t necessarily the hero you think he would be by the end of the film,” she says. “But it’s like, everyone can do that. We’re not all going to be out here saving the world, but how can you save your community? How can you save your family? How can you activate yourself, as a normal human being, to do something?”

On the other end of the spectrum is Toni Collette’s character Gwen Johansen, the wife of Mark Ruffalo’s Kenneth Marshall. An eccentric villain with a quirky obsession with sauces, Gwen adds a fascinating layer of menace and dark humour to the story. “That was the joy of it,” Collette says. “There’s so much to play with. Everything comes with a smile, but there’s a lot of prickly energy underneath, ulterior motives, the need to control and manipulate.” The sauce obsession, she explains, represents an “inane kind of priority” that reflects her character’s detachment from reality. “Given the circumstances of their living on the ship, they’ve got their own little luxurious bubble that has nothing to do with reality,” Collette says. “And I think that’s how she lives generally, actually.”

Mickey 17 Mark Ruffalo Toni Collette
Mark Ruffalo and Toni Collette

Collette’s ability to balance the quirky and the menacing is once again a testament to her skill as an actor, and her character serves as a dark counterpoint to Ackie’s hopeful revolutionary. Naomi’s character embodies a kind of resistance to the commodified self, offering a glimpse of how younger generations might break free from the pervasive logic of the status quo (capitalism) and reclaim a new sense of authenticity. In contrast, Collette’s character becomes a cautionary figure, her traits revealing the dangers of internalizing capitalist values, where identity is reduced to a consumable product, and life itself is stripped of any value, depth and meaning, distilled into nothing more than experimental, molecular-gastronomy-style sauces for the elite’s indulgence. Together, they illustrate the tension between human exploitation, alienation and the possibility of revolutionary connection.

At its core, Mickey 17 is a story about survival and morality, but it’s also a call to action. Both Ackie and Collette emphasize the importance of community and personal power in a world that often feels divided. “People aren’t encouraged to nurture their own sense of personal power,” Collette says. “In these times, when everybody’s so individualistic, having stories that indulge the community sense and looking out for others is very important.” Ackie echoes this sentiment, adding, “It’s about building connections and letting that grow into something really special. That’s how change happens.”

It’s clear that Mickey 17 is more than just another Hollywood sci-fi spectacle. It’s a reflection of the capitalist world we live in, a world where mere survival often feels like the only option, and connection is a radical act. Through its exploration of revolution, the fragility of life and the transformative power of community, the film challenges us to question the systems that reduce us to mere commodities and imagine what it might mean to truly live as a community, rather than simply endure as an individual.

With Naomi Ackie and Toni Collette delivering performances that are as nuanced as they are captivating, Mickey 17 doesn’t just entertain — it lingers, inviting us to consider how small acts of resistance and solidarity can spark profound change. Long after the credits roll, the film’s questions remain: What are we willing to fight for, and who do we become when we dare to care? ■

Mickey 17 (directed by Bong Joon-ho)

Mickey 17 opens in Montreal theatres on Friday, March 7

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6 Mar 2025 14:33:35

CBC Montréal

Longueuil police arrest elementary school teacher for child luring

Police arrested 37-year-old Kyle Le Huquet on Feb. 27, after a minor from the United Kingdom reported him through Cybertip.ca. Police believe there could be more victims. ...
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Police arrested 37-year-old Kyle Le Huquet on Feb. 27, after a minor from the United Kingdom reported him through Cybertip.ca. Police believe there could be more victims.

6 Mar 2025 13:59:45

CBC Montréal

Americano? Nope. Try a Canadiano at this Montreal café as trade war heats up

Montreal bars, cafés and restaurants are getting their elbows up and boycotting U.S. products in the wake of President Donald Trump's tariffs. ...
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Montreal bars, cafés and restaurants are getting their elbows up and boycotting U.S. products in the wake of President Donald Trump's tariffs.

6 Mar 2025 09:00:00

Sherbrooke Record

Renovations, road concerns and public safety at Hatley Township council meeting

By William Crooks Local Journalism Initiative Hatley Township council met at its town hall on March 4, presided over by Mayor Vincent Fontaine, with three residents in attendance. The meeting covered ...
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By William Crooks

Local Journalism Initiative

Hatley Township council met at its town hall on March 4, presided over by Mayor Vincent Fontaine, with three residents in attendance. The meeting covered various municipal matters, with residents raising concerns over road maintenance, emergency access, and upcoming renovations to public spaces.

Public questions on road conditions and emergency access

During the question period, one resident brought up concerns regarding a steep section of road near the Auberge, questioning whether the municipality would take responsibility for winter maintenance. Council members clarified that the road is officially closed during the winter months and is maintained privately.

“It’s marked as closed for the season,” a council member explained. “There’s a private contractor who maintains it for those who need access, but the township does not take responsibility.”

The discussion shifted to public safety, particularly regarding fire department access. A resident asked what would happen if a fire broke out on the closed road.

“The emergency vehicles won’t be able to go up if the road conditions aren’t safe,” the council acknowledged, adding that the township had taken steps to ensure proper signage was in place to warn residents of the risks.

Bistro Hall renovations moving forward

Council approved a resolution to move ahead with renovations to the township’s Bistro Hall, focusing on electrical work and improved lighting. The upgrades are expected to enhance the space’s functionality for cultural and community events.

“The first step was demolition,” a council member noted. “Now, we’re moving on to installing the new electrical system and upgrading the lighting.”

The project is part of a broader effort to provide a multi-purpose space for the community, with potential uses ranging from film screenings to public meetings. The approved contract for the electrical work is valued at $17,580 before taxes.

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5 Mar 2025 22:22:02

Trade war between Canada, U.S. could cause ‘pain’ for NHL: Gary Bettman
Global Montréal

Trade war between Canada, U.S. could cause ‘pain’ for NHL: Gary Bettman

Gary Bettman said the seven Canadian clubs account for 25 per cent of the NHL's revenue but a drop in the Canadian dollar could cause pain as all teams pay players in U.S. dollars.

5 Mar 2025 21:54:50

CBC Montréal

This Irish pub in Quebec ran out of Guinness for the first time in 27 years

Yves Ledoux finally received a few kegs of Guinness after what he calls an unprecedented delay. The creamy and bitter stout has experienced a surge in popularity, in part due to social media. ...
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Yves Ledoux finally received a few kegs of Guinness after what he calls an unprecedented delay. The creamy and bitter stout has experienced a surge in popularity, in part due to social media.

5 Mar 2025 21:35:30

25 Canadians face U.S. charges over multi-million-dollar grandparent scam
Global Montréal

25 Canadians face U.S. charges over multi-million-dollar grandparent scam

The U.S. Attorney's Office says 24 Quebecers and one person from Ontario defrauded American seniors of $21 million.

5 Mar 2025 20:43:54

Cult Mtl

Legends of black metal and post-black-metal heavyweights face off in Montreal this month

The shows are finally starting to stack up, signifying that our days of unbearably cold temps are now numbered. Having made it through the post-holidays drought, it’s time to plug in again and start ...
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The shows are finally starting to stack up, signifying that our days of unbearably cold temps are now numbered. Having made it through the post-holidays drought, it’s time to plug in again and start putting the sweat back on the walls of our hallowed watering holes.

Before we get going here, you should know that the March 18 Montreal appearance by Helmet — who will play their classic record Betty in its entirety — is sold the fug out. Bummer, but the silver lining here is at least we won’t be missing a performance of In the Meantime — ‘cause that jammer kicks Betty’s butt. 

March 5

A true legend of proto-punk and early proponent of being a potty-mouth on vinyl — Jonathan Richman — returns to town for two shows with drummer Tommy Larkins in tow. Though the show on March 4 is unfortunately long sold out,  fear not, my furry friends, as a second show has been added the following night. If you’re swift enough, you might be able to grab some tickets right now — this show is most likely going to sell out as well. Both shows are happening in the perfect venue setting of la Sala Rossa. 4848 St-Laurent, showtime 8 p.m., $26.09

March 22

Long before Deafheaven had black metal gatekeepers’ keyboards clacking with disgust over adding elements of blasphemous shoegaze to their done to death tremolo-picking, France’s Alcest had already been pissing that crowd off for years. Alcest is a true master of adding dashes of psych, shoegaze and (dare I say) pop to doom and gloom — and they’ve been often imitated and never duplicated. Yeppers, this is my big pick of the month, and if that wasn’t enough, Japanese post-rockers Mono will set their phaser pedals on stunning in the middle slot. Kælan Mikla opens the night up, at Théâtre Beanfield. 2490 Notre-Dame W., showtime 7:30 p.m., available $134–$159 at press time

March 23

All of the psychonauts who like their eggs freaky-side up will definitely want to make it down to l’Esco to catch Slovenly Recordings jammers Acid Baby Jesus. Creepy organ and vocals surfing on a tsunami of reverb? Sign me up! If that wasn’t rad enough, the self-proclaimed “best band in the city,” Priors, will give the geeks something to think about while posi punkers Positive ID take up the sweat act. Better grab tix now cause this will fill up fast. 4461 St-Denis, showtime 8 p.m., $24.56

March 24

Can’t decide over a sprinkling of doom melancholy, oozing slocore, heady psych, ’90s indie, dense shoegaze and an undercurrent of country twang? Well, Cloakroom is your new favourite band and, as luck would have it, they just happen to be pulling into town. To get your crossed-arms and head-swish move on, just make it down to le Ritz early to catch openers Autre Part and Empress of Nothing. 179 Jean-Talon W., showtime 8 p.m., $28.41

March 25

When I saw Mayhem at Club Soda many moons ago, I was super bummed as it was really, really, uh… goofy. It remains one of the quietest shows I have ever seen. I mean their first record is a true classic black metal banger, but it at that particular show they could barely muster a whimper instead of ripping my spine out, which is what I was expecting. I don’t know, maybe I was just grumpy. You can catch them with fellow second wave black metal legend Mortiis, Imperial Triumphant and New Skeletal Faces at Théâtre Beanfield. 2490 Notre-Dame W., showtime 6:30 p.m., $60.75

Current Obsession: Yob, Clearing the Path to Ascend

Yob, Clearing the Path to Ascend

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5 Mar 2025 20:25:15

Cult Mtl

Quebec is the most anti-Elon Musk province in Canada

According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, 17% of Canadians have a favourable opinion of Tesla CEO and Trump’s “special government employee” Elon Musk, including just 10% of peop ...
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According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, 17% of Canadians have a favourable opinion of Tesla CEO and Trump’s “special government employee” Elon Musk, including just 10% of people in Quebec, where positive sentiments towards Musk are lowest.

The vast majority of Canadians (79%), including 84% of Quebecers, say they have a negative opinion of Elon Musk. Musk’s net favourability in Canada currently sits at -62%.

The province where Musk is most favoured is Saskatchewan (31%).

Musk’s favourability in Canada of 17% is currently the same as Donald Trump’s.

“Donald Trump will likely face a cold welcome if he attends the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this year. 4 in 5 Canadians view him unfavourably. An identical number say the same of one of his most prominent allies, Elon Musk, who recently posted on social media that ‘Canada is not a real country.’ This was in response to a petition to the House of Commons asking the government to strip Musk of his Canadian citizenship, which received more than 359,000 signatures. The petition alleges Musk has attempted to influence Canadian elections using his social media company ‘X’ and that he is part of a government threatening Canadian sovereignty.”

A previous study by the Canadian Digital Media Research Network found that 19% of Canadians say they trust Elon Musk’s opinions on Canadian politics.

Quebec is the most anti-Elon Musk province in Canada

The Angus Reid Institute conducted an online survey from Feb. 27 to March 3, 2025, among a representative randomized sample of 2,005 Canadian adults who are members of Angus Reid Forum.


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5 Mar 2025 18:47:10

CBC Montréal

Volleyball coach with most wins in McGill history reflects on storied 33-year career

Rachèle Béliveau has led the women’s volleyball team at McGill University in Montreal since 1991. After coaching her last game, she sat down with CBC Montreal weekend anchor Douglas Gelevan to dis ...
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Rachèle Béliveau has led the women’s volleyball team at McGill University in Montreal since 1991. After coaching her last game, she sat down with CBC Montreal weekend anchor Douglas Gelevan to discuss her career and how the sport has changed.

5 Mar 2025 17:00:00

CBC Montréal

Quebec greenlights tramway project in eastern Montreal

Quebec Transport Minister Geneviève Guilbault is announcing a new tramway project that would replace the contentious REM de l'Est during a news conference at the Repentigny, Que., city hall. ...
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Quebec Transport Minister Geneviève Guilbault is announcing a new tramway project that would replace the contentious REM de l'Est during a news conference at the Repentigny, Que., city hall.

5 Mar 2025 16:23:44

Cult Mtl

Champs forced to close from March 6 to 10 as punishment for previously allowing dancing

Montreal sports/LGBTQ+ bar Champs is being forced to close for five consecutive nights as what the bar calls “punishment” by the Régie des Alcools for allowing dancing prior to being hit ...
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Montreal sports/LGBTQ+ bar Champs is being forced to close for five consecutive nights as what the bar calls “punishment” by the Régie des Alcools for allowing dancing prior to being hit with noise complaints last fall.

The St-Laurent Boulevard establishment suspended their many dance parties in early December after a neighbour called the cops on them. Despite doing the work necessary to abide by the Régie’s rules and SPVM’s demands, they are required to close from March 6 to 10 and are waiting indefinitely for the green light to return to business as usual.

“We do not have any update from the SPVM or the Régie des Alcools regarding the status of receiving our dancing permit . We have completed all paperwork, paid all fees and done all the soundproofing work but unfortunately the SPVM and RACJ aren’t restricted to any sort of timeline so we are required to wait indefinitely for this answer. We will keep you updated , and don’t forget to come out tonight before our brief closure!”

Champs forced to close from March 6 to 10 as punishment for previously allowing dancing

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5 Mar 2025 16:03:16

Celebrini navigating first NHL season with Sharks
Global Montréal

Celebrini navigating first NHL season with Sharks

Macklin Celebrini grabbed a glove full of pucks.

5 Mar 2025 15:54:11

Cult Mtl

Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre by 9 points as the best candidate to negotiate with Trump

According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney is considered to be the best option for prime minister to negotiate with the Trump administration, ahead ...
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According to a new study by the Angus Reid Institute, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney is considered to be the best option for prime minister to negotiate with the Trump administration, ahead of Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre by 9 points.

Nationally, Carney sits at 43%, followed by Poilievre at 34%.

According to the Angus Reid Institute, Mark Carney (+9%) also leads Pierre Poilievre (-19%) in net favourability by 28 points. Unfavourability of Poilievre is now at an all-time high, with 56% of Canadians saying they have a negative opinion of the CPC leader.

Carney leads Poilievre in net favourability by 44 points among women and 43 points among Canadians aged 18 to 34 years old.

“Poilievre has struggled to endear himself to Canadians. A majority of Canadians have consistently said they have a negative opinion of the CPC leader.”

Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 28 points

Carney is currently the favourite to take over from Justin Trudeau as Liberal party leader.


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5 Mar 2025 14:19:00

Cult Mtl

Agency is a powerful exhibition about Indigenous displacement, at MAI from March 6 to 29

Agency is a powerful mixed media exhibition at the MAI by tīná gúyáńí, the parent-child duo of Glenna Cardinal and seth cardinal dodginghorse, reflecting on the loss of their ancestral home in ...
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Agency is a powerful mixed media exhibition at the MAI by tīná gúyáńí, the parent-child duo of Glenna Cardinal and seth cardinal dodginghorse, reflecting on the loss of their ancestral home in Tsuut’ina Nation due to a land transfer for the Southwest Calgary Ring Road. Through film, music and visual arts, they critique colonial institutions that continue to displace Indigenous families while exploring themes of land, healing and reclamation. More than a chronicle of forced removal, Agency envisions self-determined, non-colonial and non-patriarchal ways of reconnecting with home, kinship and the land.

Agency is on at MAI (3680 Jeanne-Mance) from March 6 to 29

Agency is a powerful exhibition about Indigenous displacement, at MAI from March 6 to 29

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5 Mar 2025 13:15:53

Coffee shop in Quebec replies to Trump tariffs with its Canadiano
Global Montréal

Coffee shop in Quebec replies to Trump tariffs with its Canadiano

At Coco & Bean cafe, a Montreal-area coffee shop, a popular menu item is being given a new name.

5 Mar 2025 10:00:53

CBC Montréal

Quebec food prices expected to climb and variety to shrink as trade war escalates

Quebecers can expect higher food prices and fewer American products as the U.S.-Canada trade war escalates. Businesses are bracing for impact, with some stocking up ahead of new tariffs. ...
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Quebecers can expect higher food prices and fewer American products as the U.S.-Canada trade war escalates. Businesses are bracing for impact, with some stocking up ahead of new tariffs.

5 Mar 2025 09:00:00

CBC Montréal

Do I need a measles vaccine dose? What to know

Measles is a respiratory disease caused by a highly contagious virus that's more infectious than influenza, chickenpox or COVID-19. ...
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Measles is a respiratory disease caused by a highly contagious virus that's more infectious than influenza, chickenpox or COVID-19.

5 Mar 2025 09:00:00

CBC Montréal

Will Canadian counter-tariffs cause more harm than good?

Vivek Astvansh, an associate professor at McGill’s Desautels Faculty of Management, warns Ottawa’s use of counter-tariffs to fight Donald Trump’s economic attack on Canada is just for ‘optics' ...
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Vivek Astvansh, an associate professor at McGill’s Desautels Faculty of Management, warns Ottawa’s use of counter-tariffs to fight Donald Trump’s economic attack on Canada is just for ‘optics'.

4 Mar 2025 23:54:06

CBC Montréal

Ottawa files notice to intervene in Supreme Court hearing on Quebec's secularism bill

The federal government has officially filed a notice to intervene in the Supreme Court of Canada's hearing on Quebec's secularism law. ...
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The federal government has officially filed a notice to intervene in the Supreme Court of Canada's hearing on Quebec's secularism law.

4 Mar 2025 22:57:30

CBC Montréal

Ali Ngarukiye gets 19-year sentence for attempting to kill Montreal police officer

In December 2023, Ali Ngarukiye was convicted of attempted murder, aggravated assault, disarming a police officer, discharging a firearm and carjacking. His sentence was handed down Tuesday in a Montr ...
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In December 2023, Ali Ngarukiye was convicted of attempted murder, aggravated assault, disarming a police officer, discharging a firearm and carjacking. His sentence was handed down Tuesday in a Montreal courtroom.

4 Mar 2025 22:40:10

Sherbrooke Record

Ayer’s Cliff council tackles accessibility concerns at monthly meeting

By William Crooks Local Journalism Initiative Ayer’s Cliff council met for its regular monthly meeting on March 3 in the basement of St-Barthélemy Catholic Church, with Mayor Simon Roy presiding an ...
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By William Crooks

Local Journalism Initiative

Ayer’s Cliff council met for its regular monthly meeting on March 3 in the basement of St-Barthélemy Catholic Church, with Mayor Simon Roy presiding and roughly 10 residents in attendance. While the meeting covered financial reports, infrastructure projects, and upcoming community events, the highlight came during the question period, when residents raised concerns about accessibility at the municipal library.

The discussion revolved around a planned installation of an external platform lift for people with reduced mobility, intended to replace the deteriorating ramp. Council members confirmed that federal funding of up to $115,000 had been secured to support the project, but some residents questioned whether this measure alone would be sufficient.

“The platform lift will make it easier to access the library,” one resident pointed out, “but once inside, how will people get to the second floor?” Mayor Roy acknowledged the limitation, noting that while the lift would resolve access issues at the entrance, there was currently no plan to install an internal elevator.

A resident with experience in mobility aids suggested exploring stairlift options similar to those used in private homes. “There are chair lifts that can transport people up one floor,” she said, proposing that council look into whether such a system could be adapted for the library. Mayor Roy responded that the town would be open to reviewing alternative solutions. “If you have details or an estimate from a company, send it to the town, and we’ll see if it’s feasible.”

Budget and financial matters

Earlier in the meeting, the council approved the town’s payable accounts for the month, totaling $275,000, with an additional $92,000 in expenses due to an extra payroll period. Council also confirmed that Ayer’s Cliff had received significant external funding this month, including $115,000 from the federal government for the library lift, $16,000 in waste management royalties, and $114,000 from the MRC for improvements at Tyler Park.

The town also discussed audit costs, noting that financial oversight remains a necessary expense. “Yes, accountants are expensive, but it ensures that taxpayer money is accounted for and protected,” said the mayor, emphasizing the importance of financial transparency.

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4 Mar 2025 22:24:30

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“A serious economic blow”

Trade war with the U.S. threatens Quebec economy By William Crooks Local Journalism Initiative A new trade dispute between Canada and the United States is already sending shockwaves through Quebec’s ...
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Trade war with the U.S. threatens Quebec economy

By William Crooks

Local Journalism Initiative

A new trade dispute between Canada and the United States is already sending shockwaves through Quebec’s economy, with experts warning of severe consequences for key industries. As of March 4, the U.S. government has imposed a 25 per cent tariff on various Canadian imports, prompting Canada to respond with its own retaliatory measures. The federal government has introduced tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. goods, with an additional $125 billion in potential countermeasures currently under consultation.

Professor Mathieu Arès, an Applied Politics expert at the University of Sherbrooke, believes these tariffs could push Canada into a recession. “We’re looking at an estimated economic contraction of 1.5 to 2.6 per cent,” he said. “This isn’t just a minor disruption—it’s a serious economic blow.”

Impact on Quebec’s industries

The tariffs are expected to hit Quebec’s construction and forestry sectors particularly hard. The Association de la construction du Québec (ACQ) has strongly denounced the tariffs in a press release, warning that the higher cost of American building materials will drive up prices and slow down projects. Many essential materials used in Quebec’s construction industry come from the U.S., and finding alternative sources will take time. The ACQ is urging the federal government to ensure its countermeasures do not worsen the situation for local businesses.

Meanwhile, the province’s forestry sector, which exports 85 per cent of its products to the U.S., is also in jeopardy. The retaliatory tariffs may affect American imports of essential Canadian resources, including aluminum, copper, potash, and oil. In response, Quebec’s Minister of Natural Resources and Forests, Maïté Blanchette Vézina, has announced in a release the creation of a special task force aimed at diversifying export markets. “We must protect Quebec’s economy by reducing our dependence on the American market,” she said, emphasizing the need to develop trade relationships with Europe and Asia.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a statement today about Canada’s response to the implementation of 25% tariffs on Canadian goods by the U.S. As already announced after the trade war began at midnight last night, Canada will impose retaliatory 25% tariffs on $155-billion in U.S. goods entering Canada — on $30-billion in goods immediately, and on the additional $125-billion in 21 days.

Trudeau spoke directly to Canadians, to Americans and to U.S. President Donald Trump specifically, opening the remarks by contrasting the launching of a “dumb,” unjustified and “illegal” trade war with an ally while cozying up to Russian President Vladimir Putin — this on the same day that the Trump administration officially announced the end of U.S. military aid to Ukraine.

“Today, the U.S. launched a trade war against Canada — their closest partner and ally, their closest friend. At the same time, they’re talking about working positively with Russia, appeasing Vladimir Putin — a lying, murderous dictator. Make that make sense.”

One explanation for this radical policy shift from the U.S. is that the Trump administration is taking a cue from Russia and trying to annex its neighbour — using “economic force,” as Trump has said, rather than the military. During his remarks today, Trudeau speculated that, given the falsehood of the fentanyl narrative the U.S. is using to justify the tariffs, Trump should be taken at his word when it comes to the real reason for this trade war: trying to make Canada the 51st state.

“What he wants is to see a total collapse of the Canadian economy because that will make it easier to annex us. That is never going to happen — we will never be the 51st state — but let us not fool ourselves about what he seems to want.”

Trudeau promised painful repercussions for the U.S. in response to tariffs on Canadian goods, telling Americans that “your government did this to you.” He said that conversations are ongoing with provinces and territories to enact further non-tariff counter-measures against the U.S. should the tariffs not be lifted — “…measures which will demonstrate that there are no winners in a trade war.”

“Canadians are reasonable, we are polite, but we will not back down from a fight not when our country and well-being of everyone in it is at stake.”

Trudeau also said that financial aid to affected Canadian workers and businesses is forthcoming.

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According to a study by the Angus Reid Institute, favourability of the United States in Canada has fallen to a historic low of 24% since the re-election of Donald Trump.

While the vast majority of Americans (79%) continue to see Canada as a friendly country or ally, just 23% of Canadians say the same about the United States.

“During Trump’s first presidential term, favourable views of the United States in Canada dropped well below where they were under Barack Obama. Nothing that happened during that period, however, elicited negative views comparable to where we are today. Currently, three-quarters of Canadians (73%) say they view the U.S. unfavourably, while one-quarter (24%) say the opposite.”

The study also found that a large majority of Canadians support retaliatory tariffs and embargos against the United States. Today, the Trump administration imposed 25% tariffs on all Canadian goods entering the U.S.

Favourability of the United States in Canada plummets to historic low of 24% under Trump

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