Quebec News

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

  1. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination to Recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in orange from sunset to 9:30 p.m. to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

  2. Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution

    On September 29, 2023, Jean Hamelin, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  3. La Tuque tourism offering to be enhanced thanks to Government of Canada support

    Five La Tuque organizations receive a total of over $600,000 in financial assistance from CED.

  4. Backgrounder: CED finances five projects to kickstart tourism in Mauricie region

    The following information is in addition to the news release issued on September 29, 2023, on CED’s financial assistance, the recipient businesses, and their respective projects.

  5. Club de golf et curling La Tuque to have enhanced facilities thanks to Government of Canada support  

    CED grants $300,000 to the organization for its project to improve its outdoor facilities.

  6. Over $4.1M in support for Pro‑Mec Élite to boost its growth and shift to digital

    The Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec and Investissement Québec are providing financial assistance to Pro‑Mec Élite in the amount of $4,138,200 as part of its growth plan, launched in 2019.

  7. Minister MacAulay to announce new financial support for the dairy sector

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Saint-Hyacinthe to announce significant financial support for the dairy sector. The Minister will be accompanied by Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.

  8. Closure of Canadian Coast Guard Seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat Stations in Quebec

    The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat stations of Longueuil, Trois-Rivières, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac, Beaconsfield and Saint-Zotique will be closing this Sunday, October 1 at 20:00.

  9. Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution

    On September 25, 2023, Daniel Belisle an inmate from Archambault institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  10. Twelve projects will help enhance tourism experience in Québec region thanks to Government of Canada support

    Twelve tourism organizations receive a total of over $3.7M in financial assistance from the Government of Canada.

  11. Backgrounder: CED supports 12 tourism development projects in the Québec region

    The following information is in addition to the news release issued on September 27, 2023, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient organizations and their respective projects.

  12. Invitation to media – The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne to announce Government of Canada financial support for six La Tuque organizations

    The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Member of Parliament for Saint Maurice–Champlain and Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce CED financial contributions for the Club de golf et curling La Tuque and five organizations in the tourism sector.

  13. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution

    Between September 14 and 21, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a medium-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included hashish, saw blades, tobacco and cell phones with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of the items seized is $202,900.

  14. Chaudière Crossing reopening to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Chaudière Crossing will be reopening to motorists as of Wednesday, September 27, at 9 am, due to construction activities being completed ahead of schedule.

  15. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

    On September 21, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included hashish, marijuana, a ceramic blade, tobacco and a cell phone with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of the items seized is $27,890.

  16. Invitation to media – Minister Soraya Martinez Ferrada to announce Government of Canada financial support for 12 projects that will contribute to tourism development in Québec region

    The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, will take the opportunity during her visit to Wendake to announce Government of Canada financial assistance for several tourism organizations in the Québec region and to highlight the contribution of players in this sector on the occasion of World Tourism Day.

  17. Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Hull Causeway of the Chaudière Crossing for repair work.

  18. Change of Command Ceremony at Federal Training Centre in the Quebec Region

    On September 19, 2023, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at the Federal Training Centre in the Quebec Region. This occasion marked the change in command from the outgoing Warden Geneviève Thibault to the incoming Warden Pascale-Andrée Thibodeau.

  19. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joliette Institution 

    On September 12, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Joliette Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  20. Grand Opening of the Isuarsivik Regional Recovery Centre in Nunavik

    The effects of trauma are extensive and intricate, impacting multiple generations, particularly due to substance abuse.

  21. Cancellation of planned closure of Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Chaudière Crossing will remain open on Saturday, September 23, from 9 am to 3 pm, following the cancellation of a planned closure. The work on the crossing will now take place during a different period. An updated notice will be issued to inform users.

  22. New recovery centre opens in Kuujjuaq

    Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; Ian Lafrenière, Quebec’s Minister responsible for relations with First Nations and Inuit; Dave Forrest, President of the Isuarsivik Regional Recovery Centre; as well as several regional dignitaries and partners, will be taking part in the grand opening of the Isuarsivik Regional Recovery Centre in Kuujjuaq.

  23. Boardwalk reduction on Alexandra Bridge

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that there will be a boardwalk reduction on the Alexandra Bridge to accommodate an inspection.

  24. Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Hull Causeway of the Chaudière Crossing for repair work.

  25. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On September 5, 2023, 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 maximum-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included hashish, marijuana, shatter and cell phones. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $138,520.

  26. Statement by Minister O’Regan on International Equal Pay Day

    Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., issued the following statement marking International Equal Pay Day:“For every dollar a man earns in Canada, a woman earns about 90 cents.

  27. The Government of Canada and Quebec invests in Flood Protection Installation in Coaticook

    Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue and Geneviève Hébert, member for Saint-François and Assistant Government Whip on behalf of François Bonnardel, Minister of Public Security and Minister Responsible for the Estrie Region, announced a joint investment of more than $5.8 million to support the implementation of flood risk management measures in Coaticook. The announcement took place in the presence of Simon Madore, Mayor of Coaticook.

  28. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Coaticook

    Coaticook (Quebec), September 14, 2023 — Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Compton—Stanstead, Geneviève Hébert, Member for Saint-François, and Simon Madore, Mayor of Coaticook.

  29. CBSA investigation in the Quebec Region leads to the seizure of prohibited weapons and explosive substances - Montreal man charged

    CBSA investigation in the Quebec Region leads to the seizure of prohibited weapons and explosive substances Montreal man charged

  30. History and Nature in Focus During Halloween on the Plains

    From September 30 to November 12, the Plains of Abraham fall programming will offer guided activities to celebrate Halloween and allow visitors to discover the mysteries of the park.

  31. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Archambault Institution 

    On September 5, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Archambault Institution, a multi-level security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included methamphetamine, cocaine, hashish, cannabis concentrate and tobacco. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $94,550.

  32. The Canadian Coast Guard celebrates the dedication of the CCGS Vincent Massey

    Icebreakers are an essential component of the Canadian Coast Guard fleet, ensuring safe navigation, preventing ice jams and flooding, and keeping shipping routes open.

  33. Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists on Sunday, September 17, from 7:30 am to 2 pm to accommodate the 2023 Canadian Army Run.

  34. The Canadian Coast Guard dedicates new medium class icebreaker to service

    The Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, will welcome the new medium class icebreaker CCGS Vincent Massey with a dedication to service ceremony.

  35. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On August 31, 2023, 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 maximum-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included crystal methamphetamine, fentanyl, hashish, marijuana, shatter, tobacco and cell phones with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $99,600.

  36. Grands Prix Cyclistes de Québec et de Montréal will enable Quebec to shine internationally thanks to Government of Canada support

    Government of Canada grants nearly $2.8 million to the Grands Prix Cyclistes de Québec et de Montréal to promote the event and the tourist attractions in both host cities.

  37. The event “Battlefields” on the Plains of Abraham will highlight the reality of women during the Seven Years’ War

    The Plains of Abraham will be taken back to the 18th century on September 9 and 10 for the event “Battlefields.”

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

    On August 29, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.

  39. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution

    On August 25 and 27, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a medium-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included hashish, tobacco and a cell phone with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of the items seized is $103,300.

  40. Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic to perform essential rehabilitation and repairs to keep the bridge safe and in service until deconstruction. The closure will start after the reopening of the Chaudière Crossing.

  41. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

    Between August 21 and 25, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included tablets of methamphetamine, hashish, tobacco, cell phones and chargers. The total estimated institutional value of the items seized is $163,820.

  42. Lane closure on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to inform users that there will be a lane closure towards Gatineau on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge to accommodate maintenance work.

  43. Government of Canada announces investment in BioFuelNet Canada to strengthen bioeconomy

    Today, Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, Quebec, announced an investment of up to $5.3 million on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, to BioFuelNet (BFN) Canada under the AgriScience Program – Clusters Component, part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  44. MP Scarpaleggia to make an important announcement to BioFuelNet

    Mr. Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce funding to support the growth of BioFuelNet Canada.

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

    On August 23, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a multi-level security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included marijuana, hashish, tobacco and a cell phone with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $23,280.

  46. Media Invitation - The Homes of Cove Fields

    The National Battlefields Commission is inviting media representatives to the launch of a pop-up installation: The Homes of Cove Fields.

  47. Assault between inmates at Cowansville Institution

    On August 23, 2023, two inmates were the victims of an assault in Cowansville Institution, a federal medium security institution.

  48. Saint-Tite-des-Caps residents to benefit from new community centre thanks to Government of Canada support  

    CED grants $750,000 to Municipalité de Saint-Tite-des-Caps for its development project.

  49. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

    On August 14, 2023, 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 maximum-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included hashish, fentanyl, tobacco and cell phones with accessories. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $38,000.

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

    On August 17, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a multi-level security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included marijuana, tobacco and cell phones. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $37,860.