Laval police bust fraud ring worth $750K

Laval police say tips from the public have led to the dismantling of a two-man fake identification operation worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Alouettes expected to name new GM on Wednesday

The Montreal Alouettes are expected to name their new general manager at a news conference on Wednesday afternoon after firing Jim Popp in September.

Montreal snow-removal operations now underway

by Sabrina Marandola

The City of Montreal is promising to have all streets and sidewalks in its 19 boroughs cleared of snow by Saturday.

Exclusive Indigenous military members endure 'systemic' racism, report claims

by Ashley Burke

Indigenous members of the Canadian military face "systemic racism," according to a draft report obtained by CBC News that calls for an external review.

Marijuana chain to defy law, open outlets in Montreal

by Brennan Neill

Cannabis Culture, which operates dispensaries in 12 locations across British Columbia and Ontario, said it will announce the new locations on Dec. 14. They will open their doors to the public the next day.

Ex-Liberal organizer Jacques Corriveau to appeal sponsorship fraud conviction

Convicted ex-Liberal organizer Jacques Corriveau is appealing his fraud conviction related to the federal sponsorship scandal.

Frustration as Westmount synagogue waits for sponsored Syrian families to arrive

As some Syrian refugees celebrate the one-year anniversary of their arrival, members of a Westmount synagogue say they have no idea what’s going on with their ongoing attempts to bring two Syrian families to Montreal.

Work halted on giant Hydro-Québec project following yet another death

Hydro-Québec says it is suspending all work at its La Romaine work site on Quebec’s North Shore after yet another deadly accident.

Morneau yanks budget provision allowing banks to circumvent Quebec's consumer protection laws

The federal government is withdrawing certain proposed changes to the Bank Act because of opposition from Quebec.

Rona big-box stores to take Lowe's brand name as part of overhaul

Six months after acquiring do-it-yourself retailer Rona, Lowe's says it plans to convert 40 Rona stores outside Quebec to the Lowe’s name.

Quebec father won't be charged after infant son died in hot car

by Kate McKenna

Crown prosecutors have decided not to charge the father of a baby boy who was found dead in a parked car at a daycare in Saint-Jérôme, Que.

Half of accused in Laval corruption bust want their charges thrown out

More than a dozen people arrested in connection with the same police operation that brought down Laval Mayor Gilles Vaillancourt are trying to have their charges thrown out because of delays in the justice system.

Ottawa announces new National Energy Board members to review Energy East pipeline

by John Paul Tasker

Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr has announced the appointment of three new National Energy Board members who will be tasked with reviewing TransCanada's Energy East pipeline.

Taxi monopoly over: Quebec City, Montreal airports allow Uber

Uber and the Montreal Trudeau International airport have signed a deal to allow drivers to take an passengers to and from the airport.

$15 minimum wage would help women climb out poverty, Quebec activists say

A coalition calling for a $15 hourly minimum wage in Quebec is turning its focus toward female cabinet ministers, arguing a raise would help women climb out of poverty.

Quebecer Denis Villeneuve's film Arrival gets 2 Golden Globe nods

Arrival's lead actress, Amy Adams, up for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Drama and the film's score is up for Best Original Score.

Montreal isn't the only city dumping untreated waste water

by Elizabeth Thompson

Four years after the federal government adopted new regulations to clean up Canadian rivers and oceans, CBC News has learned that billions of litres of raw sewage and untreated waste water are still being dumped into waterways across the country.

'We're trying': Syrian refugees gather in Montreal to mark 1 year since first arrivals

For Syrian refugees George Kasbarsoum and Chama Zakko, living in Montreal has brought both new opportunities and new anxieties.

5 festive, family-friendly events in Montreal this December

The days are turning dark and cold but Montrealers know that’s no reason to stay inside — especially with the holidays inspiring festive events all around the city.

'Superb': A look back at CBC Montreal's Christmas Sing-In

The halls at the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul were ringing with the sound of Christmas choral music on Sunday afternoon for CBC Montreal's Christmas Sing-In.

MUHC accused of lack of 'accountability' over budget cuts

by Brennan Neill

A union representing most of the province's nurses says the McGill University Health Centre is keeping staff in the dark about how it will slash its budget by $28 million over the next two years.

2 Rivière-des-Prairies businesses targeted by firebombs

Montreal police’s arson squad is investigating after what appears to be a failed attempt to firebomb two businesses in the city's Rivière-des-Prairies neighbourhood.

Residents of Val-d'Or rally to show support, solidarity with local police

Among the demonstrators were a dozen officers in civilian dress accompanied by their families, and citizens who came to affirm their confidence in the work of Val-d'Or police officers.

How Quebec's ski hills are adapting to warmer winters

by Alison Northcott

After the worst ski season in decades, ski hills in Quebec's Eastern Townships are hoping for better weather conditions this year — while planning for more difficult winters ahead.

Family killed after head-on collision near Lac-des-Écorces

A man, woman and an infant between the ages between the ages of two and three months old were all sent to the hospital where they later died of their injuries.

Q&A; 'It's just unbelievable': Veteran officer on the challenges facing Quebec's Indigenous recruits

by Kim Garritty

Ivan Gray, the officer in charge of training for the Indigenous program at Quebec's police academy in Nicolet, Que., sheds light on the challenges of recruiting and retaining Indigenous officers.

Never mind the full moon — go out and try to catch some meteors

by Nicole Mortillaro

The most active meteor shower of the year is upon us. Get ready to bundle up and catch some "shooting stars."

Not happy with pick and pay TV? CRTC says it's up to you to find a better deal

by Sophia Harris

The CRTC wants Canadians to know that if they don’t like their current TV plan, they should shop around. The commission is also offering shopping tips online. Critics say the commission needs to do more to help customers snag a fair TV deal.