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Quebec and Manitoba are leading Canada's poverty reduction efforts, earning the only passing grades in a national report card that shows growing momentum for change. While challenges remain across the country, new legislation and coordinated efforts between governments and communities signal real progress ahead.
Quebec's massive pension fund dumped oil investments and went all-in on renewable energy. The result? An extra $4 billion in returns compared to sticking with fossil fuels.
More than 300 energy leaders packed a Montreal conference room to tackle Quebec's massive clean energy expansion. The province plans to add over 150 TWh of renewable electricity in 25 years.
Two anonymous musicians in polka-dot costumes and floppy-nosed masks went from Quebec underground to global phenomenon in weeks. Their experimental math rock is healing what AI-generated music broke.
A Quebec family doctor is trading his stethoscope for a shot at Olympic glory as flag football prepares for its 2028 debut. Athletes across Canada are competing for spots on the team heading to Germany this August, where the top two finishers earn Olympic berths.
A new Quebec home nestles deep in the woods, using courtyards and glass walls to make the forest feel like part of every room. The design proves modern comfort and nature immersion can live under one roof.
Scientists discovered a perfectly preserved ancient jellyfish ancestor in Quebec, filling a 450-million-year gap in evolution. The rare find shows how fragile ocean life survived against impossible odds.
Coca-Cola Canada just quietly surpassed 40 electric semi trucks in its delivery fleet, proving clean transportation works even in freezing northern winters. The family-owned bottler is rolling out seven more Volvo electric semis this month across Quebec and British Columbia.
A new 196-megawatt wind farm just started construction in rural Quebec, bringing clean energy and hundreds of millions in investment to three small communities. The project marks a major milestone in Canada's renewable energy growth.
Hydro-Quebec's call for solar projects attracted 481 MW of proposals when they only expected 300 MW, with Indigenous communities and local municipalities leading nearly half the submissions. Canada's solar boom is just getting started.
SiriusXM Canada just opened applications for a major competition that gives emerging Francophone musicians a shot at $25,000, performances at Quebec's top festivals, and a showcase in Paris. The search for Canada's next French-language music star is on.
A new nationwide competition is giving emerging French-language musicians in Canada a shot at stardom, international stages, and serious cash prizes. The Nouvelles Ondes program opens doors to Paris performances and major Quebec festivals.
Hydro-Québec just launched a major wind energy tender that could bring up to 3,000 MW of clean power while putting communities and First Nations at the center of decision-making. The three-round procurement process prioritizes local benefits and social acceptance over speed alone.
A massive wind energy project in Quebec just cleared its biggest hurdle, bringing clean power to thousands of Canadian homes. The 274-megawatt facility will inject $181 million into local communities while creating hundreds of jobs.
A 339-mile underground transmission line from Canada to Queens will deliver enough clean hydropower to supply one million New York City homes starting this spring. The $6 billion project creates the longest buried transmission line in North America.
New research proves beaver dams didn't cause major Quebec floods, overturning court decisions that blamed the animals. The study offers hope for better river management that protects both communities and vital ecosystems.
A youth hockey team from Kazakhstan just won one of the world's most prestigious tournaments, defeating Canada on home ice. The Astana Team's victory at the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament marks a first for the Central Asian nation.
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Six ice fishermen in Quebec battled freezing temperatures and a two-hour struggle to reel in a massive 244-pound Atlantic halibut, breaking the regional record while helping scientists understand these mysterious fish. The catch will provide crucial data about migration patterns in the Saguenay Fjord while feeding the team that made it happen.
A new Canadian professional soccer club is building its entire roster from players born or raised in Quebec, inspired by Spain's Athletic Bilbao. FC Supra du Quebec kicks off their first season in April, proving local talent can compete at the highest level.
Seven Quebec community groups will each receive $5,000 to launch electric bikes, clean transit, and eco-friendly mobility projects that cut carbon emissions. Applications open now through March 2026 for ready-to-go initiatives across the province.