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Quebec Assembly Votes to Abolish Monarchy

The Quebec National Assembly unanimously passed a motion to abolish the monarchy in Quebec on Tuesday, reflecting low public support for the Crown and the province's distinct nationalist identity; although constitutional experts deem its enactment nearly impossible.

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Liberals Lead in Quebec, Targeting Bloc Voters

Liberal Leader Mark Carney is campaigning in Quebec, emphasizing the Liberals' ability to influence federal decisions, while polls show them leading with 39% support compared to the Bloc's 26%, potentially impacting the national election outcome.

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Carney and Poilievre's Strategic Appearances on "Tout le monde en parle"

On Quebec's "Tout le monde en parle," Liberal Leader Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre presented contrasting but effective images to Quebec voters, with Carney showcasing cultural knowledge and Poilievre adopting a surprisingly calm demeanor, both potentially benefiting their camp...

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US Files Trade Grievances Against Quebec, Alberta

The United States has filed trade grievances against Quebec's French-language law (Bill 96) and Alberta's electricity import practices, citing unfair trade barriers for American companies, adding to existing concerns over Canada's supply management system and digital services tax.

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Northvolt's Bankruptcy Jeopardizes $7 Billion Quebec Megafactory

Northvolt AB, a Swedish electric vehicle battery maker, declared bankruptcy, jeopardizing its $7-billion Quebec megafactory and leaving 5,000 jobs at risk due to insufficient funding, despite significant investments and government backing.

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Trump Tariffs Threaten Quebec's Aluminum Industry

President Trump's 25% tariff on aluminum imports threatens Quebec's aluminum industry, which supplied 65% of U.S. imports in 2024, impacting 9,500 jobs and US$24.4 billion in exports; however, Quebec's abundant hydroelectric power and experienced producers may mitigate some effects.

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Quebec Man on Trial for Killing Three with Truck

Steeve Gagnon is on trial for three counts of first-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder after driving his truck into pedestrians in Amqui, Quebec on March 13, 2023, killing three men and injuring nine others; the prosecution will present evidence of his financial problems and a video sh...

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S&P Downgrades Quebec's Credit Rating Amidst Trade War and Fiscal Strain

S&P Global downgraded Quebec's credit rating to A+ from AA- due to slowing population growth, higher public spending, lower revenues, and trade uncertainty with the U.S., potentially increasing borrowing costs and exacerbating existing fiscal challenges.

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Poilievre and Carney Court Quebec Voters on Popular Talk Show

Two weeks before Canada's federal election, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal Leader Mark Carney appeared on Quebec's popular talk show "Tout le monde en parle" to court voters in the province, where Liberals currently enjoy a significant lead in the polls.

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Quebec's Nurse Recruitment Program Faces Major Setbacks

Quebec's \$65 million program to recruit 1,500 foreign nurses by 2028 faced major obstacles in its first phase, with 207 nurses encountering significant housing, childcare, and transportation challenges, costing \$16 million (\$77,000 per nurse) due to poor planning and lack of preparation for cultu...

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Trump's Threats Unite Quebec with Rest of Canada

Due to Donald Trump's threats of annexation and tariffs, support for Quebec independence has plummeted to 29 percent, while pro-Canadian sentiment has surged to 86 percent, reversing long-standing trends of Quebecois separatism.

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Quebec's French Class Cuts Disrupt Immigrant Integration

Quebec's cuts to adult French language classes in 2023 affected thousands, mostly recent immigrants needing French to stay, despite a surge in demand and long waitlists, creating a two-tiered system favoring those who can afford private instruction.

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