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7 hours ago

Mark Carney's Liberals secure majority, calling it Canada's time to come together'

Mark Carney stated, 'This is a time to come together so we can build a Canada strong for all,' emphasizing the need for bipartisan collaboration and ambition in the coming months.
Canada news
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4 days ago

No, Canada hasn't updated the LGBTQ+ acronym to MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+

When the Budget was released, I was shocked to find out that Prime Minister Carney is cutting $7billion between Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations. They provided $0 to deal with the ongoing genocide of MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+. This is abhorrent. This is callous.
LGBT
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

A new generation of politicians of colour is emerging in France. The backlash speaks volumes

Bally Bagayoko's election as mayor of Saint-Denis marks a significant political shift, reflecting the city's diverse community and challenging national trends.
#quebec-sovereignty
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago
Canada news

How the Fear of Trump Is Helping Quebec Sovereignty | The Walrus

Ottawa's fear-based tactics to deter Quebec sovereignty are outdated and less effective with today's electorate, particularly younger voters.
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago
Canada news

Most Quebecers Oppose Sovereignty. Even More Reject Another Referendum | The Walrus

A majority of Quebec voters would vote against sovereignty; opposition strengthens sharply if a referendum is held during a PQ government's first mandate.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

How the Fear of Trump Is Helping Quebec Sovereignty | The Walrus

Ottawa's fear-based tactics to deter Quebec sovereignty are outdated and less effective with today's electorate, particularly younger voters.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French mayor denounces 'increasingly racist society'

We are living in an increasingly racist society. I mean a form of racism that is more overt and almost completely unchecked.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
2 weeks ago

Several French far-right mayors take down EU flags

Christophe Barthes, the mayor of Carcassonne, stated, 'Out with the European flags at the town hall! Make way for the French flags,' as he shared footage of removing the EU flag.
Europe politics
#avi-lewis
fromTruthout
6 days ago
Canada news

In Echoes of Corbyn, Insurgent Candidate Wins Canadian Party Leadership

Avi Lewis has been elected as the new leader of Canada's NDP, promising a leftward shift in party policies.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

NDP Leader Avi Lewis Wants to Reverse Carney's Immigration Cuts | The Walrus

Avi Lewis calls for major reforms to Canada's immigration system to protect immigrants and newcomers from exploitation and vulnerability.
Canada news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

In Echoes of Corbyn, Insurgent Candidate Wins Canadian Party Leadership

Avi Lewis has been elected as the new leader of Canada's NDP, promising a leftward shift in party policies.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

NDP Leader Avi Lewis Wants to Reverse Carney's Immigration Cuts | The Walrus

Avi Lewis calls for major reforms to Canada's immigration system to protect immigrants and newcomers from exploitation and vulnerability.
US Elections
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Americans in Paris to host 'biggest ever' No Kings protest

Americans in France are organizing a No Kings protest against Donald Trump's regime, expecting thousands to participate in solidarity with global pro-democracy movements.
#alberta
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Dishonourable': First Nation decries push for Alberta to secede from Canada

A First Nation in Alberta opposes a separatist referendum, claiming it violates their treaty rights and is irresponsible and dishonourable.
Canada news
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1 week ago

Separatist movement in Canada's Alberta province finds allies in Trump's circle

Canadians are concerned about U.S. support for Alberta's separatist movement amid trade tensions and foreign interference allegations.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Why Montreal isn't hosting the World Cup and FIFA's strict conditions for Toronto, Vancouver | CBC News

FIFA World Cup matches in Canada are projected to cost taxpayers over $1 billion due to strict hosting conditions.
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Non-independence parties gain ground in New Caledonia vote

The second-round results consolidated their dominance in the most populous centres of the overseas territory, which has been politically polarised for years between pro- and non-independence parties.
France politics
fromFrenchly
4 weeks ago

La Francophonie: How Louisiana Keeps the French Language Alive - Frenchly

The territory was named La Louisiane in 1682 by French explorer René-Robert Cavelier de La Salle, in honor of King Louis XIV, who claimed for France the vast Mississippi River basin. When French settlers later founded New Orleans in 1718, the region quickly became a center of French culture in North America.
History
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Alleged maple syrup scam in Quebec uncovered by Canadian broadcaster

Luc Lagace, a microbiologist and director of research at ACER, stated, 'This is the first time I've seen falsification of this kind. You can see that it's outright cane sugar that's been added to the cans. This is not an accident. It's deliberate.'
Canada news
Paris food
fromFrenchly
1 month ago

10 Cities Outside France Where You Can Practice Your French - Frenchly

Over 320 million people speak French across five continents, with colonial history establishing French as an official language in many countries, making immersive French learning possible in diverse cities worldwide.
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
1 month ago

Inside the changing of the guard in the Leafs-Canadiens rivalry

The Canadiens are emerging as an exciting NHL power with a strong prospect pool, while the Maple Leafs face directional struggles in their historic rivalry matchup.
#montreal-canadiens
Canada news
fromPuck Prose
2 weeks ago

Montreal taking steps towards hosting an outdoor NHL game

Montreal Canadiens plan to build a temporary stadium for outdoor games by the 2028-29 NHL season.
Canada news
fromPuck Prose
2 weeks ago

Montreal taking steps towards hosting an outdoor NHL game

Montreal Canadiens plan to build a temporary stadium for outdoor games by the 2028-29 NHL season.
Canada news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Air Canada's CEO is quitting after his English-only message to LaGuardia crash victims enraged some French speakers

Air Canada's CEO resigned following backlash over a video that inadequately addressed a plane crash tragedy in both official languages.
#quebec-politics
France politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Quebec's Governing Party Is Running Out of Time to Save Itself | The Walrus

CAQ leadership race features two competing visions: Bernard Drainville advocates returning to nationalist roots, while Christine Fréchette emphasizes improved governance and economic competence.
France politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Quebec's Governing Party Is Running Out of Time to Save Itself | The Walrus

CAQ leadership race features two competing visions: Bernard Drainville advocates returning to nationalist roots, while Christine Fréchette emphasizes improved governance and economic competence.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Canada's Supreme Court must strike down Quebec's Bill 21

Quebec's Bill 21 excludes public sector workers from wearing religious symbols, raising significant concerns about religious freedom and state neutrality.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Canada's Polite Pogrom

Rosenberg felt that some of these messages crossed the line into bigotry. One note accused Israel of harvesting the organs of murdered Palestinians. Another, from a medical-school resident, warned of a sinister, unnamed group of people 'pulling the strings, who have orchestrated every war to ever happen, the ones who profit off of death and sickness.'
Canada news
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

REVEALED: What makes the French proud?

French people take greatest pride in their history of ideas, particularly the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen and the French Revolution's democratic legacy, rather than physical heritage or cultural stereotypes.
Television
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

The US Is Trying to Annex the Ultra-Canadian Heated Rivalry | The Walrus

Heated Rivalry is a Canadian-produced hit whose U.S. acquisition and media coverage often credit HBO, reflecting patterns of American appropriation of Canadian cultural success.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

When the Forest Sings Back: Human Perches in Quebec - Yanko Design

Picture yourself standing on a small platform in the middle of a Quebec forest, balancing on what feels like an oversized bird perch. The moment your weight settles, something magical happens. A bird call rings out, blending seamlessly into an ethereal soundtrack that seems to rise from the forest itself. Welcome to Human Perches, the latest installation from Montreal design studio Daily tous les jours that's making us rethink how we experience nature.
Design
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

The Flag | The Walrus

A flag is certain the wind admires it -the breeze flaunting it so its crowns, leaves, crosses, bands of colour, or stars float in air, ready to be honoured, deferred to. In turn the flag at times pats the wind streaming past, confirming they stand together, believing the wind thinks of itself as Tunisian wind orAmerican wind. To people who live under the flag open in its glory, or relaxed against
World politics
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Mont Habitant, Quebec, Report: Ancient Peaks and New Paradigms - SnowBrains

While most are familiar with the world-class Mont Tremblant, the route there is dotted with independent resorts-each with a distinct vibe-that light up the Laurentians ( Les Laurentides ) like constellations against an ancient sky. These ranges offer something different than towering peaks: intimate terrain steeped in character. They tease the eye, spark the imagination, and possess a certain magic for producing champion skiers and snowboarders. Their ancient geology creates a singular landscape of rolling, forested hills and tight tree runs that feel worlds away from the mega-resorts.
Snowboarding
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I Just Got Back From Quebec-These Are the Only 12 Winter Styles Locals Wear to Stay Warm and Stylish, From $13

Quebec City offers European-inspired winter charm and attracts 62 million annual visitors, requiring stylish cold-weather clothing that balances comfort with chic aesthetics.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Toronto councillors propose motion to ban raising foreign flags at City Hall | CBC News

Councillor Michael Thompson stated, 'By choosing to fly certain flags, it looks like the city is taking a position in conflicts that we don't know anything about.' He emphasized that council should prioritize local issues like homelessness and transportation instead of engaging in geopolitical matters.
Canada news
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I've traveled all over North America, but there's just one place I'd move to in a heartbeat

Montreal's vibrant nightlife, diverse culinary scene, walkability, and welcoming atmosphere create a deep sense of belonging, though visa and residency rules complicate relocation.
US politics
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Is Canada Ready for an American Civil War? | The Walrus

US domestic politics are sliding into lawlessness as federal immigration agents are used to intimidate political opponents, undermining the rule of law.
Music
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

The Queer History Behind the Heated Rivalry Soundtrack | The Walrus

A pivotal televised scene pairs Scott Hunter's public love confession with Wolf Parade's "I'll Believe in Anything", emphasizing indie rock's longstanding queer influence.
#alberta-separatism
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Canada separatists accused of treason' after secret talks with US state department

Covert meetings between Alberta separatists and U.S. officials amount to treason, and seeking foreign assistance to weaken or break up Canada is inappropriate.
Canada news
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Inside the Right-Wing Movement Pushing Alberta to Secede From Canada

An Alberta separatist movement led by the Alberta Prosperity Project seeks U.S. statehood and requests a $500 billion U.S. line of credit to support transition.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago

How Alberta's Separatist Movement Could Shake North America | The Walrus

Alberta separatism is resurging due to long-standing Western alienation, economic grievances from the 1980 National Energy Program, and current federal policies perceived as marginalizing Alberta's interests.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago

Alberta's Separatists Are Chasing a Total Cowboy Fantasy | The Walrus

Alberta's separatist movement, supported by only 8% of residents, is driven by conspiracy-fueled grievance and xenophobic scapegoating of immigrants rather than constitutional or fiscal disputes.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

King Charles concerned about Alberta separatist movement, First Nation chief says

Indigenous leaders from Alberta informed King Charles about separatist movements threatening historic treaties signed between First Nations and the crown nearly 150 years ago.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Perron moves on, as Bloc Quebecois taps new ag critic

The Bloc Quebecois has a new point person for agriculture. Sébastien Lemire, MP for the western Quebec riding of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, was named the party's critic for agriculture, agri-food, and supply management this week. He replaces Yves Perron, who has served as the party's ag critic and an active member of the House of Commons' agriculture committee going back to 2020.
Agriculture
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
4 weeks ago

In Quebec City, Military Culture Collides with Far-Right Extremism | The Walrus

Quebec City's military history and contemporary right-wing political movements intersect around nationalist values rhetoric, with media outlets amplifying Islamophobic and ethno-nationalist messaging.
Design
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

This 100-Year-Old Montreal Apartment Has Parisian Details - Plus Bold, Unexpected Color

A scientist transformed a 1560-square-foot, 100-year-old Montreal apartment into an eclectic, colorful family home using vintage finds and Facebook Marketplace pieces.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Raising Indigenous Kids in the Age of Pretendians | The Walrus

Indigenous children experience a blend of deliberate cultural teachings, self-directed exploration, and pervasive environmental exposures shaping identity and everyday life.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Policy Brief: Food as a soft power - positioning Canada for the years ahead

Food and agriculture are being weaponized through tariffs and export controls that disrupt markets and harm Canadian exporters.
US politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Should Canada Help Build Trump's Golden Dome? | The Walrus

The Strategic Defense Initiative aimed to neutralize nuclear missiles with space-based systems but proved technically and financially impractical and was scaled back to limited ground defenses.
fromFrenchly
1 month ago

10 Black Francophone Historical Figures You Didn't Learn About in School - Frenchly

History is full of Black Francophone figures who have shaped politics, culture, science, and resistance across continents. Yet too often, they remain invisible in school textbooks. These individuals challenged colonial power, redefined identity, confronted racial hierarchies, and transformed intellectual and political life in the Francophone world and beyond. From West Africa to the Caribbean, in scientific research and political activism, they forged new paths in the face of oppression and erasure, leaving legacies that continue to inspire freedom, dignity, and solidarity.
History
US politics
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Greenland Today, Canada Tomorrow | The Walrus

Trump threatened tariffs on European NATO allies over Greenland deployments, mischaracterizing Danish defenses and undermining NATO while exaggerating Russian and Chinese threats.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

'The French are sympathetic': Americans on life in France in the Trump era

Americans living in France generally do not feel unwelcome despite rising US–Europe tensions and largely oppose Trump's policies.
Canada news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Canada Just Made It Easier for Americans to Get Citizenship-What to Know

Canada's Bill C-3 expands citizenship by descent to unlimited generations, making it easier for people with Canadian ancestry to obtain citizenship regardless of how far back their family history extends.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Rights advocates welcome Canada's exclusion from Trump's Board of Peace'

Canadian rights groups urged Canada not to join a US 'Board of Peace' for Gaza, calling it a mockery of Palestinian self-determination.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Quebec's Bill 1 Will Be Secession by Other Means | The Walrus

Canadian institutions face erosion as leaders exploit divisions and citizens' distraction risks overlooking consequential strains in Canada–Quebec relations.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Doug Ford says a Parti Quebecois government would be a 'disaster' | CBC News

Election of a separatist party in Quebec would be a disaster for Canada and would undermine national unity.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Inside the Stunning Collapse of the Quebec Liberal Party | The Walrus

Quebec Liberal Party collapsed into leadership crisis after leader's resignation amid vote‑buying allegations, risking federalist influence as Parti Québécois surges before an October referendum‑threat election.
Canada news
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I Just Got Back From Quebec, and These Are 12 Winter Style Tricks I'm Stealing From Locals-Starting at $20

Québec offers European-style winter charm and stylish locals, requiring curated warm, chic clothing like fleece-lined faux-leather leggings to stay fashionable in cold weather.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Quebec latest province to take shot at Ontario premier's upcoming Crown Royal whisky ban | CBC News

Ontario plans to ban Crown Royal whisky made in Amherstburg after Diageo closed its local bottling plant, prompting interprovincial objections.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Newcomers, Nutrition, and Canadian Politicians | The Walrus

Debates emphasize preference for stable technocratic leadership, criticize political opportunism undermining solidarity, and call for policy shifts toward local, healthy agriculture.
Canada news
fromFortune
2 months ago

'Canada thrives because we are Canadian': Carney fires back at Trump after return from Davos | Fortune

Canada thrives because of Canadian values and self-determination, not because of the United States.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Quebec mosque attack anniversary renews call to end anti-Muslim hate

Islamophobic laws and rhetoric in Canada contribute to real-world violence and must stop following the deadly Quebec City mosque attack.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Canada is having a moment - and the world is finally paying attention

To get the bad out of the way, its most important ally - the United States - has grown increasingly antagonistic, with renewed tariff threats and talk of annexation coming from the White House. On the upside, Canada is signaling it can stand more firmly on its own. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has identified a "rupture" in North American integration and is moving his country in a more self-sufficient direction - both economically and politically.
Canada news
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fromThe Globe and Mail
2 months ago

Dozens gather outside Montreal's U.S. Consulate to protest Trump's immigration crackdown

Protesters across North America rallied against ICE enforcement after recent killings of American citizens by federal agents, targeting consulates, companies and coordinating strikes.
Canada news
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I moved from the US to Canada, and it's the best decision I've ever made. Here's what made it possible - and my advice for anyone considering it.

Elliott Waehner moved from Texas to Calgary in 2023 on a student visa with his wife and son seeking safety and acceptance as transgender people.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

ICE has offices in 5 Canadian cities. Is your city on the list? | CBC News

Homeland Security Investigations operates from the U.S. embassy and consulates across Canada to investigate transnational crimes and assist in tracking suspects.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Mississauga council encourages residents to fly Canadian flag alongside foreign flags | CBC News

Mississauga city council unanimously encouraged residents to display the Canadian flag alongside foreign flags as a voluntary gesture promoting unity and national pride.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

The Conservatives Know Who They Want. Do They Know What They Want? | The Walrus

Conservative Party must show unity and regain momentum while balancing pro‑Trump factions against broader electoral appeal during a mandatory leadership review.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Heated rivalry cools after Montreal company gets shout-out for viral jacket | CBC News

Kuwalla Tee's white fleece was used and modified for Heated Rivalry's viral jacket; the company sought credit and a resolution was reached.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Poilievre Isn't Pivoting. His Party Just Made That Very Clear | The Walrus

The Conservative Party has overwhelmingly reaffirmed Pierre Poilievre's leadership, signaling unified support and a strategy to win by appealing to voters dissatisfied with Liberal gains.
Canada news
fromYahoo News
2 months ago

Montrealers protest Trump immigration crackdown, call out Canadian 'complicity'

Montreal protesters rallied outside the U.S. consulate denouncing ICE tactics and Canadian corporate and governmental complicity after recent killings by U.S. federal agents.
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