Hénia Ould-Hammou

Journalist

Hénia Ould-Hammou is a journalist with CBC Montreal. She previously completed an internship with La Presse after graduating from McGill University with a double major in political science and psychology. Hénia is interested in international and societal issues, soccer, politics and rap music. Send her an email at [email protected]

Latest from Hénia Ould-Hammou

Montreal Roses bloom at home, plant seeds for future of women's soccer in Quebec

Young girls and women filled the stands on Saturday afternoon to witness history: the Montreal Roses FC's first-ever home game. Many of those in attendance reflected on what it felt like to witness the historic moment.

Quebec's Eastern Townships chosen for giant cargo airship project

The French company Flying Whales plans to build a 50-hectare site on the grounds of the Sherbrooke airport to assemble, test and launch airships.

Quebec must recognize families with more than 2 parents, Superior Court rules

A group of families that feature more than two parents each scored a partial but significant legal victory in court after a judge ruled that Quebec's Civil Code must be amended to give those families legal recognition.

Public inquiry into SAAQclic debacle begins today. Here's a recap of how we got here

Since its launch in 2023, SAAQclic has been plagued by a string of failures, including a rocky launch that led to a customer service crisis and a $500-million cost overrun, revealed recently in a scathing report by the auditor general. 

What's the hype about Ivan Demidov, the Canadiens recruit making his NHL debut?

The Montreal Canadiens' new Russian star Ivan Demidov has been the talk of the town since he was signed last week. So, what's all the hype about?

Montreal artist cancels U.S. tour over visa policies targeting his gender identity

Montreal-based singer-songwriter Bells Larsen cancelled his upcoming U.S. tour after finding out new U.S. policies mean border officials might not accept his travel documents.

Quebec Native Friendship Centre in Wendake temporarily closed after major fire

A fire broke out on Friday evening at the Quebec Native Friendship Centre in Wendake, forcing the organization to temporarily close its building.

Quebec minister's office vandalized after province authorizes expansion of toxic waste dump

Two weeks after Quebec passed legislation that forces the City of Blainville to sell a parcel of land to Stablex, a private company that treats and buries toxic waste, the constituency office of Natural Resources Minister Maïté Blanchette Vézina was vandalized.

Montreal police arrest 7 suspects with alleged ties to Italian Mafia

Six men, aged 34 to 59, and a 44-year-old woman were arrested by Montreal police on Wednesday morning, in the final phase of the Americano Project. The seven suspects have alleged connections to an Italian Mafia clan.

Montreal's Festival sur le Canal cancelled this year after 17 editions showcasing local talent

The Festival sur le Canal, an annual event along the banks of the Lachine Canal, has been cancelled this year due to lack of funding. Co-founder Carl Comeau blames rising production costs and the amount of paperwork required to secure funding.