Quebec News

The Quebec News Centre offers you quick access to the provincial news of the day.

  1. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On January 23, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

  2. Stéphane Lauzon announces just under $875,000 in Government of Canada support for Centre de géomatique du Québec

    Saguenay organization will be able to strengthen its capacity for innovation and technology transfer in support of businesses and organizations across Quebec’s regions.

  3. Invitation to media – Stéphane Lauzon to announce Government of Canada support for Saguenay’s Centre de géomatique du Québec

    Stéphane Lauzon, Member of Parliament for Argenteuil‒La Petite-Nation and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to support the growth of the Centre de géomatique du Québec, an organization that helps businesses and organizations with their research and development activities in geomatics.

  4. Canadian tourism ministers are committed to pursuing shared objectives and planning for the recovery of the tourism sector

    The annual Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers meeting (CCTM) was held today, co-chaired by the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, and Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism of Quebec.

  5. The Government of Canada announces the launch of the next critical step for the Lac-Mégantic Rail Bypass Construction Project

    The Government of Canada announces the launch of the next critical step for the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass construction project

  6. La Vague will propel Îles-de-la-Madeleine entrepreneurs forward better than ever

    CED grants a $227,665 financial contribution to the Corporation d’innovation et de développement des Îles-de-la-Madeleine

  7. Young Côte-Nord entrepreneurs developing range of non-alcoholic beers and Nordic fruit seltzers

    CED grants $134,900 in financial support to Baie-Comeau’s Microbrasserie Saint-Pancrace to acquire innovative equipment.

  8. Invitation to media – Honourable Pascale St-Onge to announce Government of Canada support for Îles-de-la-Madeleine organization La Vague

    The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to support the growth of La Vague, an accelerator and incubator for innovative Îles-de-la-Madeleine businesses.

  9. Information about COVID-19 at Drummond and Donnacona Institutions

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that six inmates at Drummond Institution and three inmates at Donnacona Institution have tested positive for COVID-19. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize the spread of the virus within the institutions.

  10. Invitation to media – Honourable Pascale St-Onge to announce Government of Canada support for Baie-Comeau SME Microbrasserie Saint‑Pancrace

    The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to support the growth of Microbrasserie Saint-Pancrace, an SME specializing in the development of craft beers representing the Côte-Nord region.

  11. Government of Canada implements key measures with the Government of Quebec to address labour shortages  

    As Canada and countries around the world respond to the pandemic, key sectors in the economy continue to need more workers to build a strong workforce. This is particularly true in Quebec where the province continues to experience long-standing workforce recruitment challenges.

  12. Information about COVID-19 at Cowansville Institution

    Le Service correctionnel du Canada (SCC) indique que 11 détenus et 27 employés de l’Établissement de Cowansville ont été déclarés positifs à la COVID-19.

  13. Information about COVID-19 at the Federal Training Centre

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that 14 inmates and 19 staff at the Federal Training Centre multi-level security institution in Quebec have tested positive for COVID-19.

  14. The CRA is recruiting candidates across all Québec regions

    The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) seeks to fill several customer service positions of various levels. It is no longer necessary to live in a city where there is a CRA office; working remotely makes it possible to obtain interesting positions everywhere in Quebec.

  15. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution 

    On December 29, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Drummond Institution, a federal medium security facility.

  16. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On December 26, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

  17. Death of an inmate from the Federal Training Centre

    On December 25, 2021, Daniel Gendron, an inmate from the Federal Training Centre, died while in our custody

  18. Information about COVID-19 at La Macaza Institution

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that four inmates and 15 staff members at La Macaza Institution have tested positive for COVID-19. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize the spread of the virus within the institution.

  19. Death of an inmate from Cowansville Institution 

    On December 15, 2021, Paul Cyr, an inmate from Cowansville Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  20. Government of Canada invests more than $28 million to support the funding of virtual health care services in Quebec

    Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced a Canada-Québec agreement for virtual health care services in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through this agreement, Quebec is receiving more than $28 million to expand its virtual health care services.

  21. Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution 

    On December 14, 2021, Gratien Murray, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  22. Propelled forward by Government of Canada support, Cordé électrique pursues its ascent

    CED grants nearly $380,000 in financial assistance to the Maricourt-based business for its project to expand and acquire digital equipment.

  23. $14M in Support for Solutions murales Proslat for New Factory in Quebec

    The Government of Quebec, Investissement Québec and the Government of Canada are granting $14 million in financial support to Solutions murales Proslat to acquire innovative equipment and build an Industry 4.0 factory in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, in the Montérégie region.

  24. CBSA Quebec Region: Enforcement and operational highlights in 2021

    CBSA Quebec Region: Enforcement and Operational Highlights in 2021

  25. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On December 5, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

  26. Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists  

    Gatineau, Quebec, December 8, 2021 – Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for the stormwater infrastructure work conducted by the National Capital Commission (NCC) .

  27. Information about COVID-19 at the Regional Reception Centre 

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that seven inmates in one sector of the Regional Reception Centre in Quebec have tested positive for COVID-19. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize the spread of the virus within the institution.

  28. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution 

    On December 1, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a federal medium security institution.

  29. New Winter Activities and Lighting at the Joan of Arc Garden

    Members of the media are invited to the unveiling of the Plains of Abraham winter program and the inauguration of the new lighting at the Joan of Arc Garden.

  30. Maison Francine Leroux receives federal boost to make food more accessible in Drummondville

    This week, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted an investment of up to $78,338 to Maison Francine Leroux under the Local Food Infrastructure Fund’s second phase.

  31. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Regional Reception Centre

    On November 24, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a federal multi-level security institution.

  32. Seizure of contraband at Drummond Institution 

    On November 20, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband items was seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.

  33. Annual closure of Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in Quebec

    The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations in Québec, Tadoussac, Kegaska, Rivière-au-Renard and Havre-Saint-Pierre will close on November 30. The Cap-aux-Meules station will close on December 30.

  34. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at the Regional Reception Centre 

    As a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a federal multi-level security institution.

  35. Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for the stormwater infrastructure work conducted by the National Capital Commission/

  36. Quebec Fisheries Fund grants more than $1 million for six projects in the Gaspé region 

    The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce more than $1 million in funding to improve the efficiency, quality and sustainability of Quebec’s fish and seafood sector. The Government of Canada’s contribution to these six projects in the Gaspé region is $895,761, and the Government of Quebec’s contribution is $383,899.

  37. Quebec Fisheries Fund grants more than $1 million for six projects in the Gaspé region

    Six projects in the Gaspé region funded by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ) under the Quebec Fisheries Fund (QFF).

  38. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution 

    On November 11, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a federal medium security institution.

  39. Important announcement by Minister Lebouthillier, Minister Lamontagne and Minister Julien to support Quebec's fishing industry

    Rivière-au-Renard (Quebec) – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue and member of Parliament for Gaspésie─Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, on behalf of the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, with Mr. André Lamontagne, ministre de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’alimentation du Québec , will hold a press conference to announce support to the Quebec fishing industry. They will also be accompanied by Mr. Jonatan Julien, ministre de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles du Québec.

  40. Cancellation of planned closure of Alexandra Bridge

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will remain open to vehicular traffic on Saturday, November 13, and Sunday, November 14, from 7 am to 5 pm, following the cancellation of a planned closure.

  41. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On November 4, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a maximum security federal institution.

  42. Cancellation of boardwalk reduction on Alexandra Bridge

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge boardwalk will remain open from Tuesday, November 9, to Thursday, November 11, from 9 am to 3 pm, following the cancellation of a planned boardwalk reduction.

  43. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On October 29, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

  44. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution 

    On October 25, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a federal medium security institution.

  45. Lane closures on Alexandra Bridge

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for inspection and maintenance work.

  46. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Archambault Institution 

    On October 15, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Archambault Institution, a federal multi-level security institution.