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Quebec basic income program begins, but advocates say many low-income people excluded

MONTREAL — For the first time in many years, Monique Toutant thinks she might be able to buy herself some better groceries and a few new clothes.

Jan 29, 2023 8:10 AM Read more >

Majority of affordable homes approved under federal program not yet constructed

OTTAWA — The federal government has set aside billions of dollars to quickly build affordable housing across the country, but delays in construction suggest many of the projects approved for funding are missing their deadlines.

Jan 29, 2023 7:55 AM Read more >

Actress and former senator Viola Léger, best known as La Sagouine, dies at 92

Actress, teacher and former senator Viola Léger has died at the age of 92. A release from management company Le Grenier musique says Léger died Saturday in Dieppe, New Brunswick.

Jan 29, 2023 1:03 AM Read more >

Quebec man arrested in Mexico and brought back to Canada after months on the run

A 35-year-old Quebec man considered one of Canada's most wanted fugitives was arrested in Mexico and extradited to Canada after more than a year on the run. Provincial police had been searching for Blake Charbonneau of Laval, Que.

Jan 28, 2023 3:29 PM Read more >

Job creation a priority as Liberal caucus wraps up on anniversary of 'Freedom Convoy'

OTTAWA — As Ottawa marks one year since the "Freedom Convoy" arrived in the national capital, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he understands the anger and concerns protesters have while also promising "good, long-term jobs"

Jan 28, 2023 2:35 PM Read more >

Inflation-focused Pierre Poilievre back to Parliament as health-care talks loom

OTTAWA — It's no secret what Pierre Poilievre thinks about government spending and inflation. Same with guns.

Jan 28, 2023 12:33 PM Read more >

There's a hungry Arctic predator with a lot of arms that eats dead polar bears

On the Arctic sea floor lie hungry predators that can eat dead polar bears.

Jan 28, 2023 11:05 AM Read more >

A Quebec snowmobiler dies after possible collision with moose authorities say

MONTREAL — A snowmobiler has died after possibly colliding with a moose in Quebec's Chaudière-Appalaches region. Provincial police confirmed the 43-year-old man's death on Saturday morning. Sgt.

Jan 28, 2023 10:14 AM Read more >

Canadian police chiefs speak out on death of Black man beaten by U.S. officers

Canadian police chiefs condemned on Friday the death of a Black man who was savagely beaten by police during a traffic stop in the United States, saying the officers involved must be held accountable.

Jan 27, 2023 10:59 PM Read more >

No winning ticket sold for Friday's $26 million Lotto Max jackpot

There was no winning ticket sold in Friday's Lotto Max $26 million draw. The jackpot for the next draw on Jan. 31 will be an estimated $31 million. The Canadian Press

Jan 27, 2023 10:41 PM Read more >