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Quebec universities face $200M shortfall amid international student drop

May 8 , 2025 at 07:45:47 p.m. EDT • :

At least seven universities in Quebec are forecasting budget deficits for the 2025–26 academic year, raising concerns that deep cuts could be on the horizon.

From a Quebec internment camp to a B.C. apartment, this century-old chair tells a story long buried

May 8 , 2025 at 02:54:55 p.m. EDT • :

A prisoner painstakingly crafted a wooden chair at a Quebec internment camp during the First World War. The message carved on the back helped trace the craftsman's story, which includes 100 years of twists, turns and correspondence with an American president.

What do Montrealers think of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV?

May 8 , 2025 at 06:10:13 p.m. EDT • :

Cardinal Robert Prevost of the U.S. was elected on the second day of the conclave. Outside Montreal's Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, people welcomed the news.

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Killing of 16-year-old Montrealer sparks renewed calls for youth violence prevention

May 8 , 2025 at 01:42:50 p.m. EDT • :

Makhai Bennett-Ruddock was fatally stabbed in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges-NDG borough in April. His loved ones are urging parents and members of the community to watch out for warning signs that young people may need help.

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This vacant Montreal building partially collapsed. Why is it still standing — and who's responsible?

May 7 , 2025 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

Nearly two months after part of a Mile End building's exterior wall collapsed, tenants in the neighbouring building still can't return home — and their landlord is covering the costs. Meanwhile, there's seemingly no progress in bringing down the dangerous structure at the centre of it all.

May 7 , 2025 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

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Quebec universities face $200M shortfall amid international student drop

From a Quebec internment camp to a B.C. apartment, this century-old chair tells a story long buried

What do Montrealers think of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV?

Killing of 16-year-old Montrealer sparks renewed calls for youth violence prevention

This vacant Montreal building partially collapsed. Why is it still standing — and who's responsible?

Quebec has new rules on pricing and tip calculations. Here's a breakdown

Quebec reports high immigration, record low fertility in 2024

Montreal's Just For Laughs comedy festival to showcase Canadian and American stars

Some living near safe consumption site in Montreal say new proposed rules don't ease their concerns

Pressure is on for Montreal Victoire as PWHL playoffs kick off