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Quebec public sector unions call for one-day strike to be held Nov. 6

Quebec public sector unions call for one-day strike to be held Nov. 6

MONTREAL — Quebec's common front of public sector unions are gearing up for a one-day strike on Nov. 6 as the province prepares to make a fresh contract offer this weekend.
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Jean Charest's son reacts after Legault says comparison to ex-premier is 'insulting'

Jean Charest's son reacts after Legault says comparison to ex-premier is 'insulting'

QUEBEC — Jean Charest's son is sticking up for his father after Quebec Premier François Legault suggested it's an insult to be compared to the former premier.
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Drought reveals cracks in Canada-U. S. Columbia River Treaty as B.C. lake dries up

Drought reveals cracks in Canada-U. S. Columbia River Treaty as B.C. lake dries up

Victoria Youmans says she hasn't seen Arrow Lakes Reservoir looking so low in more than 20 years.
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Montreal to ban most natural gas heating, cooking in new buildings

Montreal to ban most natural gas heating, cooking in new buildings

Montreal will ban gas-powered systems in new construction starting next fall, with some notable exceptions.
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Food Banks Canada report paints dire picture of Canada-wide affordability crisis

Food Banks Canada report paints dire picture of Canada-wide affordability crisis

VANCOUVER — There are many heartbreaking tales behind the record number of Canadians using food banks as they struggle with high inflation and mounting housing costs, says a Vancouver food bank executive.
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In the news today: Israel's bombardment in Gaza surges, reducing buildings to rubble

In the news today: Israel's bombardment in Gaza surges, reducing buildings to rubble

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
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Prison officials 'intervened' to stop Paul Bernardo from making public statement

Prison officials 'intervened' to stop Paul Bernardo from making public statement

OTTAWA — Newly released documents show that Correctional Service Canada stopped Paul Bernardo from having his lawyer make a statement to the media as controversy swirled around the notorious killer's transfer to a medium-security prison.
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Canadians want Ottawa to maintain current spending levels on Ukraine, survey suggests

Canadians want Ottawa to maintain current spending levels on Ukraine, survey suggests

OTTAWA — A new survey suggests more Canadians want Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to maintain Canada's current level of spending on helping Ukraine fight Russia's ongoing invasion, rather than boosting financial support.
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No winning ticket sold for Tuesday's $32 million Lotto Max jackpot

No winning ticket sold for Tuesday's $32 million Lotto Max jackpot

There was no winning ticket sold in Tuesday's Lotto Max $32 million draw. The jackpot for the next draw on Oct. 27 will be an estimated $50 million, with two $1 million Maxmillion prizes up for grabs. The Canadian Press
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Lotto Max winning numbers for Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023

Lotto Max winning numbers for Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023

TORONTO — The winning numbers in Tuesday's Lotto Max draw for an estimated $32 million: 04, 15, 16, 17, 23, 27 & 47. Bonus: 01 In the event of any discrepancy between this list and the official winning numbers, the latter shall prevail.
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