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He fought years for financial aid for his long-term disability. He says system must change
A Quebec man with serious health issues is calling for changes to the way people with long-term disabilities are provided financial support from the province after spending four years fighting for adequate help.
Quebec's 1st married same-sex couple reminisces on 20th anniversary
Michael Hendricks and René Leboeuf celebrated their 20th anniversary of marriage on Monday — a wedding that had been broadcast to the whole province as it was the first time a same-sex couple got married in Quebec.
Montreal refugee struggles every day apart from family, with no reunion in sight
Mohamed Nafeel has been waiting four years for his wife and children to join him in Canada. But with long delays in processing refugee sponsorships, he doesn't know when he'll be able to see them again.
Mexican family fearing deportation marks 1 year of sanctuary at Sherbrooke, Que., church
Fearing deportation, a Mexican family of three has lived in a church in Sherbrooke, Que., for a little more than a year. Although the mother, father and son fear having to go back to Mexico, they're grateful for the local support they've received.
Closure of private seniors' home in Quebec City leaves vulnerable residents without a place to stay
Seniors who live at the private seniors' home La Seigneurie de Salaberry in Quebec City are facing eviction. The building they call home was recently sold to a real estate investor from Montreal who plans to convert it into rental condos by the spring.
Voices from Kahnawake on what truth and reconciliation means to them
For the people of the Kahnawá:ke Mohawk Territory near Montreal, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to embrace their identity, remember the past and work toward a better future.
Rouyn-Noranda, Que., residents torn between hometown loyalty and fear of toxic emissions
Many residents have fond memories of growing up in the mining town in northwestern Quebec and were eager to raise their own families there. But pollution from the local smelter that helped build the town is now making them question their plans.
Voters in Rouyn-Noranda, Que., want stricter air-quality rules for Horne Smelter
The Horne Smelter has been an economic driver and a thorn in Rouyn-Noranda residents sides for decades. Now it is shaping up to be a priority issue as people prepare to casts their votes in this fall's provincial election.
Ottawa says Barriere Lake, Que., school has no mould but Algonquin community is unconvinced
Indigenous Services Canada says based on reports from the Grand Council of Waban-Aki Nation, the First Nations Education Council and by the departmental representative of the ISC, the "building is safe for use."
Quebec housing shortage exacerbating discrimination against large families, minority groups
A recent report by a Montreal-based tenants' rights group says apartment hunters in Quebec are experiencing an increase in housing discrimination, making it all the more difficult to find a home during this housing shortage.