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A Quebec man who was recently released after spending more than three decades behind bars has cleared a major legal hurdle. The federal justice minister has ordered a new trial for Daniel Jolivet, after finding reasonable grounds to believe there may have been a miscarriage of justice. The 69 year old spent 33 years in...

Imagine purchasing a new home for the first time but being forced to camp outside the new property because the former tenants refuse to move out? That’s what a family of nine is going through in Montreal’s Saint-Michel district after failing to get a housing tribunal decision in their favour in time for moving day...

Yet another earthquake was reported off Venezuela’s northern coast on Saturday, days after two strong back-to-back earthquakes struck within seconds of each other, causing significant damage. Nathaniel Dove reports on the frantic search for survivors and the Canadian response. Plus, the Canadian border could soon see a significant influx of refugees after a pivotal court...

The city of Montreal is investing more than half a million dollars to speed up renovations on 45 vacant apartments owned by the Montreal housing and development corporation. It comes less than one week before moving day, as the city faces a growing housing crisis and rising homelessness ahead of moving day. As Elizabeth Zogalis...

Quebec’s largest English school board is blasting the CAQ government’s plan to extend Bill 101 to adult and vocational education, calling it a “political stunt” that could hurt both English schools and Quebec’s economy. The proposal could redirect up to 27,000 students from English to French-language programs even though many immigrants are still waiting for...

Community leaders, activists, and elected officials gathered in Pointe-Claire to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, as well as the 25th anniversary of a historic march on the West Island that paved the path for landmark human rights tribunal decisions. Elizabeth Zogalis reports.

The series between the Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning shifts to Montreal Friday night for Game 3 of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. The series is tied 1-1 after two overtime games. The Canadiens now return to the Bell Centre with home-ice advantage and a raucous crowd expected. Elizabeth Zogalis...

April 10th is Indigenous Nurses Day, a tradition that started in British Columbia back in 2022 in memory of Canada’s first Indigenous registered nurse. It’s the first time the day is celebrated in Quebec which marks an important milestone. As Elizabeth Zogalis reports, one Quebec nurse hopes it will help honour the legacy of Joyce...

Following reports that White House officials met with Alberta separatists, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May demanded answers on what the federal government is doing to “prepare” for a possible referendum in Alberta. House Leader Steven MacKinnon said the government would “take very firm steps” to prevent foreign parties from “undermining” Canadian unity.

The numbers don’t lie – Super Mario Galaxy achieved several milestones this Easter weekend, delivering this year’s biggest three-day opening not only in North America, but globally as well! Soaring to $190M in the U.S. and $372M Globally. The first Mario Bros. Movie posted a five-day domestic debut of $204M, including a three-day weekend haul...

Report by British Columbia Ferry Commission reveals the vessels on the Langdale route may not be replaced for more than a decade. New proposed program at Queen Elizabeth park going before the Vancouver Park Board this week. And YVR is looking to position itself as a major cargo hub.

Canada’s political leaders are reacting after a shooting at a secondary school in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., left multiple people dead and others injured. Prime Minister Mark Carney called it “a very difficult day for the nation,” saying Canada stands with the community and that federal officials are working with B.C.’s premier to offer support. Pierre...

Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Island hosted its 26th annual Valentine’s Day breakfast on Thursday. It brought together donors, volunteers and community members to support local youth mentoring programs. Elizabeth Zogalis reports.

Big Brothers Big Sisters West Island hosted its 26th annual Valentine’s Day Breakfast Thursday morning at Jack Astor’s. The funds raised from the event go directly toward programs that serve more than 200 children and teens across the West Island. Global’s Elizabeth Zogalis was on-site and joined Global News Morning with a couple of special...

A man charged with impaired driving causing death after allegedly backing a boat trailer into his driveway and crushing his friend will go to trial in front of a jury. The decision was made following four witness testimonies on Friday. Elizabeth Zogalis reports.

Thousands of people who moved to Quebec for a better life may now be forced to leave, after the province abruptly ended its Quebec Experience Program. The initiative once gave temporary foreign workers and students a clear path to permanent residency but has now been replaced with a points-based system. Elizabeth Zogalis reports on what...

The federal government is working on a new energy accord with Alberta and there are reports the new deal could include an oil pipeline to B.C.’s coast. Federal Green Party Leader Elizabeth May discusses the potential agreement with Global News Morning.

An at-home DNA test given as a birthday gift solved an 80-year family mystery by revealing that a man in Quebec and a man in the Netherlands were long-lost brothers. The families reunited in Montreal this week following a first meeting back in April that highlighted striking similarities and an immediate bond. Elizabeth Zogalis reports.

Asked if she would vote no on the federal government’s 2025 budget, tabled Tuesday, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May responded, “Absolutely,” suggesting Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet reach out to opposition parties to see what they can do to get a vote in favour of the spending plan.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget has passed in the House of Commons Monday night by a slim margin of 170-168. Green Party Leader Elizabeth May voted with the Liberals while Conservative MPs Matt Jeneroux and Shannon Stubbs, and NDP MPs Gord Johns and Lori Idlout abstained from the vote, ensuring the motion passed. The...