Latest Quebec News - NewsNow
Latest news on Quebec, covering Canada's French-speaking province, Montreal, Quebec City, politics, economy, culture, language issues and regional developments
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Supreme Court of Canada appeal on Bill 21: The case related to Quebec’s secularism law is progressing, with the Supreme Court having granted permission to appeal in early 2025, marking a major step in the ongoing legal battle over religious freedom and equality. This remains a live legal row with potential implications for minority communities in Quebec.[1]
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Quebec politics and policy updates: The Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) government continues to implement its agenda, including language and secularism-related policies like Bill 96 and related administrative measures, with language protections and integration policies frequently in the public discourse.[2]
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Economic and infrastructure initiatives: Quebec has been advancing infrastructure projects, including extensions to Montreal’s REM light-rail system and other northern development efforts, as part of broader economic diversification and infrastructure modernization.[2]
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Trade and international engagement: Quebec’s government has been active in pursuing international ties, including economic missions to Europe to strengthen trade links, notably with France, as part of its broader strategy to expand export markets and investment.[3]
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Public health and digital services: Quebec has rolled out digital health dashboard pilots to streamline administrative processes in healthcare, though authorities have faced scrutiny over security and reliability concerns in early implementations.[3]
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