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New Calf Brings Right Whale Season to 24
Science
— Nov 6, 2026
Scientists identified a previously undocumented North Atlantic right whale calf photographed near Quebec’s Anticosti Island, bringing the latest season’s known calves to 24—the species’ strongest calving year since 2009. The discovery offers hope for a critically endangered population of about 380 whales, though scientists caution that human-caused threats and low numbers remain serious concerns.
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Maya Lindstrom
It's good news that 24 calves were born this season, but protecting them from ships and nets is what will really matter for the population.
Vaccine Clinics Open, Planned Across Five Regions
Health
— Oct 28, 2026
Public health agencies and pharmacies are offering seasonal vaccination clinics in November across Hudson County, Wisconsin Dells and Flagstaff, with flu and COVID-19 shots available and walk-in or advance-registration options varying by site. A mobile clinic serving Quebec’s Pontiac area also offers flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines by appointment.
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Elon Musk says Quebec, Saskatchewan and Alberta should separate from Canada
2 sources
— Oct 7, 2026
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Quebec Economy Shaken by Trump Tariffs on Steel
Donald John Trump
— Aug 22, 2026
Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian steel have caused significant job losses in a Quebec factory and amplified economic anxiety in the province. Yet Quebec’s independence sentiment remains at a historic low as residents signal patriotism for staying in Canada while separatist leaders delay another referendum.
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 59m
Quebec murder suspect arrested in Burnaby
World
— Jul 21, 2026
Lee Van Smath Germain, one of three people charged in the 2022 homicide of Sébastien Giroux in Montreal, was arrested in Burnaby, B.C., after police executed a search warrant and he was remanded to await transfer to Quebec to face the murder charge. The arrest exemplifies cross‑country police collaboration among Quebec investigators, the CFSEU-BC, and Vancouver-area agencies.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Quebec flight returns after man allegedly tries to enter cockpit
Travel
— Oct 8, 2026
Passengers and a flight attendant restrained a man who allegedly tried to force open the cockpit door on a small Quebec flight, prompting the pilot to return to La Romaine, where police arrested him. No one was injured, though several passengers were shaken; authorities are investigating whether charges will be filed.
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PQ Rules Out Sovereignty Referendum During Trump Presidency
Donald John Trump
— Aug 18, 2026
The Parti Québécois, led by Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, says it will not hold a Quebec sovereignty referendum while Donald Trump is president, delaying the vote until after his term ends to avoid interference and ensure an informed debate. The party plans to consult Quebecers during its first term and focus its campaign on policy proposals rather than fear-mongering.
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Quebec Separatist Party Leads Polls Before Vote
Donald John Trump
— Sep 29, 2026
Quebec’s Parti Québécois is leading polls ahead of the Oct. 5 election and could win a majority, campaigning on eventual independence; its leader says a referendum would wait until at least 2029, after President Trump leaves office. Polls show support for independence remains well below support for the PQ, with analysts saying frustration over the incumbent government and demand for change are driving the party’s rise.
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CREA expects 2026 sales down 5.2%
Business
— Oct 14, 2026
Canada’s housing market is weakening: September home sales fell nationally, prompting CREA to cut its 2026 forecast as economic uncertainty and higher borrowing costs keep buyers cautious. In Montreal and Quebec, sales also declined while listings and inventory rose, but sellers retain leverage and home prices remain steady or higher.
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Andrew Powell
New Orleans River Collision Triggers Major Rescue Response After Tanker Strikes Docked Cruise Ship
A tanker collided with a docked cruise ship carrying approximately 129 passengers in New Orleans on Friday, prompting a major emergency response as crews worked to rescue passengers and assess injuries. The Atlantic Asphalt tanker struck American Cruise Lines' American Heritage at approximately 12:30 p.m. on the Mississippi River, Fox News reported, citing the Port of New Orleans. Passengers and c
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Watch the Disturbing First Moments of Wildfire Outbreak – Notice Anything Suspicious?
Opinion
— Jun 9, 2023
A satellite video posted online this week purportedly shows numerous wildfires erupting simultaneously in Quebec. More than 400 fires burned across Canada on Thursday, with over a third of them in the French-speaking…
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Spotted Lanternflies Detected in Massachusetts, Ontario
Environment
— Oct 13, 2026
Spotted lanternflies are spreading across Massachusetts and have been detected in Ontario, raising concerns about damage to grapevines, fruit trees and other crops, though their broader impact and ability to survive Quebec winters remain uncertain. Officials recommend removing egg masses and crushing small numbers of insects, while warning that hand removal cannot control large infestations.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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PMET signs Matagami rail transshipment letter of intent
Matagami
— Oct 4, 2026
PMET Resources signed a letter of intent with the City of Matagami to develop a logistics route for spodumene concentrate from its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec, trucking it to Matagami for transfer onto rail to port. The companies plan to negotiate a definitive commercial agreement before a final investment decision; infrastructure contributions, pricing and operating details remain unsettled.
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Jared Kim
This rail route should help move the lithium concentrate more efficiently once the final terms are set.
High School Football Player on Path to College Team Dies After ‘Cardiac Arrest’ in His Sleep
Reporting
— Feb 14, 2023
A 17-year-old Canadian athlete died in his sleep at the age of 17. William Caron-Cabrera of Curé-Antoine-Labelle high school in Quebec Province died last week, according to the French-language website Courrierlaval , as…
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ELYSIS Cables Mark First Amazon Data Center Use
Amazon
— Sep 18, 2026
Prysmian and Rio Tinto will supply low-carbon aluminium cables using the ELYSIS inert-anode technology for an Amazon data center in Ohio, marking the first known use of such aluminium in a data center. The aluminium is produced in Quebec with hydropower and is aimed at cutting direct smelting emissions, with AWS participation and company sustainability goals highlighted.
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Feds Launch Investigation Into State’s Largest Teachers Union
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 1h
Possible Measles Exposures Reported Across US, Canada
Washington State
— Sep 23, 2026
Health officials issued measles exposure alerts after infected people visited public venues in Quebec, Washington state, Illinois and the St. Louis area, including a school, restaurant, bars and Busch Stadium. People who may have been exposed are urged to monitor for symptoms for up to 21 days and call a health care provider before seeking in-person care; officials also stress vaccination as protection against the highly contagious disease.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
— Quiz
A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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Nine premiers plan to lift interprovincial alcohol barriers
Donald John Trump
— Jul 21, 2026
Canadian premiers reached a deal to remove barriers and allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales across provinces, with nine premiers signing on while Quebec and Yukon have yet to join; timelines vary by province but the push aims to ease interprovincial trade amid U.S. tariff threats. The move follows U.S. tariffs on Canadian alcohol and broader efforts to reduce domestic trade barriers within Canada.
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Engine failure cited in Austin derailment
Auto
— Jul 24, 2026
Investigations into the April downtown Austin derailment point to a locomotive engine-unit failure preceding the derailment, with officials also reviewing track conditions and operating practices as potential contributing factors; federal and local reports emphasize the mechanical issue as a central element in understanding what happened, even as a definitive cause remains under review. Canadian and Polish derailments show different outcomes and challenges: in northern Quebec, the Transportation Safety Board found that track components likely failed but could not determine the exact trigger, while in Poland the rail-station derailments involving a Newag Dragon 2 occurred during yard movements with no injuries, prompting emergency response and scene security.
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