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Montreal-area mayors outraged as Quebec tables bill to expand hazardous landfill

Montreal-area mayors outraged as Quebec tables bill to expand hazardous landfill

MONTREAL — Montreal-area mayors are denouncing the Quebec government’s decision to force a suburb north of the city to cede a piece of land for the expansion of a hazardous waste disposal site.
Quebec man sentenced for 3D-printed guns, online hate speech against Jews

Quebec man sentenced for 3D-printed guns, online hate speech against Jews

MONTREAL — A Quebec man has been sentenced to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty to charges relating to hate speech against Jews and the 3D printing of firearms.
In apology to Inuit, minister calls relocations decades ago a 'failure'

In apology to Inuit, minister calls relocations decades ago a 'failure'

OTTAWA — Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree apologized Thursday afternoon on behalf of the federal government for its role in the Dundas Harbour relocations between 1934 and 1948, saying it is "long overdue.
Dental hygienists urge federal parties to keep funding dental care program

Dental hygienists urge federal parties to keep funding dental care program

OTTAWA — The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association says its members are urging all federal parties to keep funding the national dental-care program, arguing it's good for the economy and for public health.
Public safety minister says Canada has answered U.S. demands on border security

Public safety minister says Canada has answered U.S. demands on border security

WASHINGTON — Public Safety Minister David McGuinty said Thursday Canada has acted on U.S. concerns about border security and fentanyl trafficking — even as U.S. President Donald Trump insists economy-wide tariffs will go ahead next week as planned.
Ukrainians express fear and worry as Urkraine-Russia war enters fourth year

Ukrainians express fear and worry as Urkraine-Russia war enters fourth year

KYIV — The memorials fade but the memories remain and the emotions burn hot as Ukraine enters its fourth year of war. In Kyiv’s St. Michael's Square, the Memory Wall of the Fallen Defenders of Ukraine had been a focal point in the war with Russia.
MP Angus calls for Amazon boycott after company closes seven Quebec warehouses

MP Angus calls for Amazon boycott after company closes seven Quebec warehouses

OTTAWA — New Democrat MP Charlie Angus is calling for a countrywide consumer boycott of Amazon to protest the online retail giant's closure of seven of its warehouses in Quebec.
Ottawa, hospitals argue Montreal brainwashing lawsuit should be dismissed

Ottawa, hospitals argue Montreal brainwashing lawsuit should be dismissed

MONTREAL — Alison Steel was a young child when her mother was sent to Dr.
When are tariffs expected, and on what? Key dates in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute

When are tariffs expected, and on what? Key dates in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he still intends to slap Canada with tariffs next week after a monthlong reprieve. But Canadians confused about Trump's plans aren't alone, with the U.S.
Supreme Court will not hear constitutional challenges of Canada's no-fly regime

Supreme Court will not hear constitutional challenges of Canada's no-fly regime

OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada will not hear constitutional challenges of the no-fly regime from two men who were prevented from boarding flights in Vancouver.