The police union highlights severe understaffing, leading to burnout and mandatory overtime for officers in MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais MRC des Collines Police Facing Staffing Crisis, Union Claims Officers Overworked Gatineau: The police union in MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais is sounding the alarm. They say a shortage of officers is pushing the remaining staff to work overtime,…
Despite tougher measures, human smuggling along the Canada-U.S. border remains a serious issue, with recent incidents highlighting ongoing challenges. Human Smuggling Continues at Canada-U.S. Border Despite Increased Crackdown Quebec: Human smuggling is still a big problem along the border with the U.S., even with the cold weather and more law enforcement. Recent court records show…
Montreal is cracking down on short-term rentals, limiting when residents can rent their homes to help tackle housing issues. Montreal Enforces Stricter Regulations on Short-Term Rentals for Residents Montreal: The city is stepping up its game when it comes to short-term rentals. They’re adding more inspectors and tightening the rules for renting out primary residences.…
A Montreal woman is upset after a paramedic refused to speak English during a medical emergency Montreal Woman Claims Paramedic Denied English Service During Emergency Montreal: A woman named Lana Mastromonaco is sharing her experience after a paramedic in Côte-Saint-Luc allegedly told her, “We’re in Quebec, we speak French.” This happened while she was helping…
Montreal is changing its Airbnb rules, allowing rentals in summer while cracking down the rest of the year to tackle illegal listings. Montreal to Allow Airbnbs in Summer, Tighten Rules for Rest of the Year Montreal: The city is shaking things up with its short-term rental rules. Mayor Valérie Plante thinks the current regulations just…
Eight years after the tragic mosque shooting, the Quebec City Muslim community stands strong against hate and remembers the victims. Quebec City Muslim Community Fights Hate Eight Years After Mosque Attack Quebec City: The memories of that fateful night on January 29, 2017, still haunt Boufeldja Benabdallah. He recalls the panic as he arrived at…
Montreal is stepping up efforts to regulate short-term rentals to address housing issues, with new rules and fines on the horizon Montreal Aims to Tackle Illegal Short-Term Rentals Amid Housing Crisis Montreal: The city is really looking to get a handle on illegal short-term rentals. They’re worried about the housing crisis and want to make…
Montreal’s iconic St. Joseph’s Oratory faces damage as thrill-seekers climb for social media fame Climbers Damage Historic St. Joseph’s Oratory in Montreal Amid Social Media Craze Montreal: A popular landmark is facing some serious issues lately. St. Joseph’s Oratory, a beautiful Catholic shrine, is attracting a new crowd. These aren’t your typical visitors; they’re urban…
A midair collision near Washington involved an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter, sparking a major rescue operation in the Potomac River. American Airlines Plane with 64 People Collides with Army Helicopter Near Washington Washington: A passenger jet with 60 people on board collided with a military helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National…
Montreal residents are concerned as rental prices rise, fearing they may soon match those of Toronto and Vancouver, known for their high costs. Could Montreal’s Rents Become as Unaffordable as Toronto and Vancouver? Montreal: Ken Cervera has called his two-bedroom apartment in Saint-Henri home for 12 years. It’s the longest he’s stayed in one place…