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Quebec author Kevin Lambert in contention for prestigious Prix Goncourt award

The author's latest work was endorsed by Quebec Premier François Legault earlier this summer, which led to a rebuke from Lambert, who said the politician had clearly misunderstood the book's message.

Quebec declares former company town Arvida in Saguenay a heritage site

The Quebec government has recognized the Arvida neighbourhood in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region as a heritage site.

Pauline Marois recalls Quebec election night shooting 5 years later

Former premier Pauline Marois says she has forgiven the man who murdered a lighting technician that night and who was also intent on killing her.

Jewish hairdresser who was fired over Sabbath spat wins legal case

A Jewish hairdresser in Montreal who was not allowed to work on Saturdays and was eventually fired has won a discrimination case against his former employer.

Canada announces $54M for disaster relief and long-term aid in Haiti

Canada will give $54 million over five years to Haiti, including more than $2 million in immediate aid. International Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau announced the funds today on the final day of her three-day trip to the country.

Canadian aid money being put to good use in Haiti, says Bibeau

International Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau says she's reassured about the management of Canadian humanitarian donations to Haiti following the devastation of hurricane Matthew last month.