New Hampshire utility proposes transmission line from Canada to carry renewable power to New England
May 10, 2023 GMTThe newest proposal for a major electrical transmission line from Canada that would be able to carry power to New England from Canada, would also be able to send to Quebec renewable energy produced by future power generators off the New England coast or other sources.
800,000 lose power as freezing rain hits Ontario and Quebec
April 6, 2023 GMTFreezing rain and thunderstorms pummeled parts of Ontario and Quebec on Wednesday, knocking out power for about 800,000 people, officials reported.
Canada migrant death toll at 8, after 2 more bodies found
March 31, 2023 GMTAKWESASNE, Quebec (AP) — The bodies of two more migrants who died trying to cross from Canada into the United States, were found Friday, bringing the death toll to eight, including two children, police in the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne said.
Canadian police say 6 dead found near Quebec border with US
March 31, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service said late Thursday it was investigating the discovery of six bodies in a marshy area of Quebec near Canada's border with New York state.
Police said they were awaiting the results of post-mortem and toxicology tests to determine the cause of death.
6 missing after Montreal building fire that included Airbnb
March 21, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Montreal’s mayor vowed Monday to tighten regulation of Airbnb as a search continued for six people missing after a fire swept through a building that included Airbnb units in a historic city section where they are banned.
Quebec officials allege driver purposely rammed pedestrians
March 14, 2023 GMTTORONTO (AP) — A 38-year-old Canadian man is facing two charges of dangerous driving causing death and authorities said Tuesday they expect more charges, alleging he purposely drove into pedestrians chosen at random, including children.
2 dead, 9 injured after truck hits pedestrians in Quebec
March 14, 2023 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Two men died Monday after a pickup truck plowed into pedestrians beside a road in the eastern Quebec town of Amqui, although a senior Canadian official rapidly ruled out a terrorism attack or a national security incident.
Canada investigates alleged Chinese police posts in Quebec
March 9, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Canadian police are investigating allegations that China is secretly operating two overseas police stations in Quebec, police officials said Thursday.
Canadians of Chinese origin have been victims of activities carried out by the stations, Sgt.
Agents added to US Northern border amid crossing spike
March 7, 2023 GMTFederal authorities have added 25 border patrol agents at a section of the northeastern U.S. border with Quebec in response to a spike in illegal crossings.
The team, which started on Monday, will help to deter and disrupt human smuggling activities in the sector that includes the border areas of New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and parts of upstate New York, a U.S.
New England’s biggest dog sled race has 1st female victor
March 7, 2023 GMTFORT KENT, Maine (AP) — The first woman mushed her way to victory across 250 miles (400 kilometers) of wilderness in northern Maine, making history in the 30th Can-Am Crown.
Katherine Langlais, 39, of Glenwood, New Brunswick, called it a “dream” after crossing the finish line with her dog sled team on Monday.
Quebec junior hockey league commissioner resigns
March 6, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Quebec Major Junior Hockey League commissioner Gilles Courteau announced his resignation Sunday amid intense scrutiny among the province’s politicians over hazing and initiations.
The 65-year-old Courteau announced his departure after 37 years at the helm of the junior hockey league and just a year away from a planned 2024 retirement.
Northern border immigrant death highlights crossing spike
February 23, 2023 GMTThe death of a Mexican man who had just entered the United States from Canada illegally is highlighting the spike in illegal crossings along the border between Quebec and parts of New England, officials say.
St-Germain surprises Shiffrin with slalom gold for Canada
February 18, 2023 GMTMERIBEL, France (AP) — Canadian skier Laurence St-Germain isn't used to winning big races. Or even getting to the podium for that matter.
That's why she had no idea what to do while leading the slalom at the world championships on Saturday with only Mikaela Shiffrin still to come down.
Ukraine peewee hockey team knocked out of tournament
February 17, 2023 GMTQUEBEC CITY (AP) — Ukraine Team Select’s dream run at the Quebec International Peewee Hockey Tournament came to an end Friday with a 2-1 loss to Vermont Flames Academy.
After the game, a Ukrainian flag was displayed on the ice with the name of one of the players' fathers who died in combat and the name of another father who is currently fighting on the front lines.
CAE: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot
February 14, 2023 GMTST-LAURENT, Quebec (AP) — ST-LAURENT, Quebec (AP) — CAE Inc. (CAE) on Tuesday reported fiscal third-quarter net income of $57.5 million.
On a per-share basis, the St-Laurent, Quebec-based company said it had profit of 18 cents.
Ukrainian boys team embracing respite from horrors back home
February 10, 2023 GMTQUEBEC CITY (AP) — The travel, the diplomatic paperwork and out-of-pocket cost of $20,000 Sean Berube estimated spending crisscrossing Europe to gather a group of 21 Ukrainian refugees to form a hockey team of 11- and 12-year-old boys is a mere pittance compared to the payoff.
Quebec parents recount moments after bus hit daycare center
February 9, 2023 GMTLAVAL, Quebec (AP) — Parents returned Thursday to the Montreal-area daycare center where two children were killed when a bus rammed into the building, stopping to grieve and to recount the difficult moments they witnessed.
Federal appeals court hears case of hidden murals
January 27, 2023 GMTAssociated Press (AP) — A federal appeals court in New York is considering whether a law school in Vermont modified a pair of large murals when it concealed them behind a wall of panels against the artist's wishes after they were considered by some in the school community to be racially offensive.
Scattered by war, Ukrainian preteens head to hockey tourney
January 26, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Sean Bérubé said he thought it was a joke when he was first asked to help assemble a team of Ukrainian preteen refugees, displaced by war and spread out across Europe, to play in a renowned Quebec City hockey tournament.
At least 1 worker missing after propane explosion in Quebec
January 12, 2023 GMTSAINT-ROCH-DE-L’ACHIGAN, Quebec (AP) — An explosion hit a propone facility in Quebec on Thursday, and at least one worker is missing, municipal officials said.
Quebec provincial police said evacuations were underway in St-Roch-de-l’Achigan, a town about 50 kilometers (30 miles) north of Montreal.
Jones gets 27th career shutout, Kraken beat Canadiens 4-0
January 10, 2023 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Vince Dunn and Eeli Tolvanen each had a goal and an assist, Martin Jones stopped 21 shots for his second shutout of the season as the Seattle Kraken beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-0 on Monday night for their fifth straight win.
Power plants fined $39M for coming up short on Christmas Eve
January 10, 2023 GMTPORTLAND, Maine (AP) — As New Englanders celebrated Christmas Eve, the power grid operator came closer to ordering rolling blackouts than it had in more than four years as several power plants failed to deliver on reserve capacity.
Winter storm cancels flights, closes schools in Canada
December 23, 2022 GMTTORONTO (AP) — A major winter storm hitting Ontario and Quebec on Friday caused widespread flight cancellations and school closures, and knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of customers on Friday, with an Environment Canada meteorologist warning of a possible once-in-a-decade weather event.
Vatican cardinal sues for defamation in Quebec assault claim
December 13, 2022 GMTROME (AP) — A Vatican cardinal sued a Canadian woman for defamation in a Canadian court on Tuesday after she accused him of sexual assault while he was archbishop of Quebec.
Cardinal Marc Ouellet, head of the Vatican’s bishops’ office, is seeking 100,000 Canadian dollars (US$74,000) in compensatory damages for “injury to his reputation, honor and dignity,” according to a copy of the complaint provided by Ouellet’s office.
MLB, union resume blood testing after pandemic, lockout
December 2, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — In the first acknowledgment that MLB and the players' association resumed blood testing for human growth hormone, the organizations said none of the 1,027 samples taken during the 2022 season tested positive.
Referendum targeting foreign government influence approved
December 1, 2022 GMTA proposed referendum aimed at restricting foreign government influence on Maine elections has enough signatures to appear on the 2023 ballot, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said Thursday.
The proposal was spurred by the costliest referendum in state history — a proposal to stop an electricity transmission line in western Maine — in which Canada's Hydro Quebec was one of the big donors.
Sharks come into matchup with the Canadiens on losing streak
November 28, 2022 GMTSan Jose Sharks (6-9-3, seventh in the Pacific Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (8-7-1, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: The San Jose Sharks are looking to stop a three-game losing streak with a win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Canadiens host the Sabres following Caufield’s 2-goal showing
November 21, 2022 GMTBuffalo Sabres (7-9-0, seventh in the Atlantic Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (8-7-1, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens host the Buffalo Sabres after Cole Caufield's two-goal game against the Philadelphia Flyers in the Canadiens' 5-4 shootout win.
Flyers bring 5-game losing streak into matchup with the Canadiens
November 18, 2022 GMTPhiladelphia Flyers (7-6-3, sixth in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (8-7-1, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Flyers aim to end a five-game slide with a victory over the Montreal Canadiens.
Man charged with planning to overthrow Haitian government
November 17, 2022 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — A Canadian man has been charged with planning a terrorist act to overthrow the Haitian government of the late Jovenel Moïse, authorities said Thursday.
Gérald Nicolas, 51, will appear at the Quebec City courthouse on Dec.
Canada police charge Hydro-Québec employee with China spying
November 14, 2022 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Canadian police charged a Hydro-Québec employee on Monday with espionage for allegedly sending trade secrets to China.
Yuesheng Wang, 35, will appear in court in Longueuil, Quebec, Tuesday to face charges of obtaining trade secrets, using a computer without authorization, and with fraud and breach of trust by a public officer.
Devils take win streak into game against the Canadiens
November 14, 2022 GMTNew Jersey Devils (12-3-0, first in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (8-6-1, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils will attempt to keep a nine-game win streak alive when they take on the Montreal Canadiens.
Hoffman plays hero, Canadiens beat Penguins 5-4 in overtime
November 13, 2022 GMTMontreal, Quebec (AP) — Mike Hoffman scored 63 seconds into overtime as the Montreal Canadiens completed the comeback with a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night.
Sean Monahan’s power-play goal at 14:42 of the third period tied the game for Montreal and forced the overtime.
Canadiens take on the Penguins after Dach’s 2-goal game
November 12, 2022 GMTPittsburgh Penguins (5-6-2, seventh in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (7-6-1, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Penguins -156, Canadiens +130; over/under is 6.5
Golden Knights bring win streak into matchup with the Canadiens
November 4, 2022 GMTVegas Golden Knights (10-2-0, first in the Pacific Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (5-5-1, seventh in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Saturday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Vegas Golden Knights are looking to prolong a six-game win streak with a victory against the Montreal Canadiens.
Canadiens get D Beaudin from Blackhawks for C Hills
October 26, 2022 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — The Montreal Canadiens acquired defenseman Nicolas Beaudin from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for center Cam Hillis on Wednesday.
Beaudin had two goals and four assists in 22 games over three seasons for Chicago.
Canadiens and Wild hit the ice for non-conference matchup
October 24, 2022 GMTMinnesota Wild (1-3-1, seventh in the Central Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (3-3-0, eighth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens take on the Minnesota Wild in a non-conference matchup.
CF Montreal hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference semifinals
October 22, 2022 GMTNew York City FC (16-11-7, third in the Eastern Conference during the regular season) vs. CF Montreal (20-9-5, second in the Conference during the regular season)
Canadiens host the Coyotes after overtime victory
October 19, 2022 GMTArizona Coyotes (1-2-0, seventh in the Central Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (2-2-0, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens host the Arizona Coyotes after the Canadiens took down the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in overtime.
Canadiens host the Penguins in Eastern Conference action
October 16, 2022 GMTPittsburgh Penguins (2-0-0, first in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (1-2-0, seventh in the Atlantic Division)
Montreal, Quebec; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens and the Pittsburgh Penguins take the ice in Eastern Conference play.
Orlando City takes road losing streak into game with CF Montreal
October 15, 2022 GMTOrlando City SC (12-11-6, fifth in the Eastern Conference during the regular season) vs. CF Montreal (17-9-5, second in the Conference during the regular season)
Hydro-Quebec subsidiary buys 13 dams in New England
October 12, 2022 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — A Hydro-Quebec subsidiary is buying a company that operates 13 hydropower generating stations in Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts, strengthening its relationship with New England.
Wayne Rooney’s DC to finish with fewest points in MLS
October 2, 2022 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Wayne Rooney’s D.C. United was assured of finishing with the fewest points in Major League Soccer after Montreal took advantage of an own goal in a 1-0 win on Saturday night.
Rooney, a former Manchester United and England great, took over as coach in July from Hernán Losada.
Canadian navy vessel headed to areas hit hardest by Fiona
September 26, 2022 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Canada’s defense minister said Monday that 100 soldiers have been deployed to each of three Atlantic provinces hit by former Hurricane Fiona and a navy vessel will visit the most devastated area of Newfoundland, where 76 homes were destroyed or structurally damaged.
Quebec politicos: New Habs captain Suzuki must learn French
September 13, 2022 GMTMONTREAL (AP) — Several of Quebec’s major party leaders say new Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki needs to learn French.
Coalition Avenir Québec leader François Legault said the Habs made an “excellent choice,” describing the center as one of the team’s best players, before adding that Suzuki now has to learn French.
Duran Palacio and the Chicago Fire visit CF Montreal
September 12, 2022 GMTChicago Fire (9-13-8, 11th in the Eastern Conference) vs. CF Montreal (16-9-5, second in the Eastern Conference)
Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Montreal -136, Chicago +333, Draw +283; over/under is 2.5 goals
Advocates make push for Montreal-to-Boston passenger rail
September 10, 2022 GMTPORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Rail advocates are dusting off a proposal for passenger train service between Montreal and Boston, riding a renewed interest in train travel to bolster a concept that has been around for more than a decade.
Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup with CF Montreal
September 8, 2022 GMTColumbus Crew (9-6-13, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. CF Montreal (16-9-4, second in the Eastern Conference)
Montreal, Quebec; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Montreal -116, Columbus +297, Draw +261; over/under is 2.5 goals
Canadiens sign Dach to 4-year, $13.45 million deal
September 7, 2022 GMTBROSSARD, Quebec (AP) — Kirby Dach has agreed to a four-year, $13.45 million contract with the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday.
The 21-year-old center, who was a restricted free agent, had 26 points (nine goals, 17 assists) in 70 games with the Chicago Blackhawks last season.
CF Montreal takes shutout streak into matchup with the New York Red Bulls
August 30, 2022 GMTNew York Red Bulls (12-8-8, fourth in the Eastern Conference) vs. CF Montreal (15-8-4, second in the Eastern Conference)
Montreal, Quebec; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Montreal -114, New York +287, Draw +261; over/under is 2.5 goals