Education minister Bernard Drainville has announced that, starting in September 2025, cellphone use by students would be prohibited in all schools in Quebec, even during break periods. 听The decision comes after an interim report by the parliamentary commission on the impacts of screen time on young people. It will be up to the schools to decide how to implement the new rules.听
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Quebec is grappling with a significant infrastructure maintenance deficit, which has doubled since 2018, according to Quebec Treasury Board figures. The Ordre des ing茅nieurs du Qu茅bec has raised concerns about public safety and is initiating a province-wide consultation to propose steps to be taken. These 乐视频 experts are available to provide insights on this topic.听
As the U.S. government moves to erase large amounts of scientific data, including climate data, from its websites, researchers at 乐视频 in Montreal are helping the scientific community safeguard what might otherwise be lost.听听
Canada鈥檚 April 28 federal election is now only a few days away. Voter interest appears high. There was a record turnout last weekend at advance polls. These experts are available to share their insights about the campaign and the issues at stake:
New for treating childhood obesity focus on reducing stigma and supporting mental health, and recommend using medical options like GLP-1 drugs or surgery when appropriate.
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The recent volley of tariffs and counter tariffs between the U.S. and China appears to signal the beginning of a trade war between the world鈥檚 two largest economies. These experts can provide insight into the situation:
The flesh-eating screwworm parasite 鈥� whose larvae feed on animals and, in rare cases, humans 鈥� into Central America and Mexico, prompting Costa Rica to . The parasite has historically been confined to parts of South America and the Caribbean.
Stock markets in the United States and around the world are plunging as tariffs and counter-tariffs are announced and make themselves felt.
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Montreal's public health authority is asking health professionals to be following the report of two highly contagious pulmonary tuberculosis cases in recent months.
A new Netflix series, Adolescence, about a teenager accused of the murder of a classmate, is attracting a great deal of attention. It is not a true story but draws inspiration from news reports about misogynistic incels and about boys in the United Kingdom who are involved in knife crimes.
Many Canadians are increasingly choosing to buy Canadian products, especially at the grocery store. But identifying which foods are produced or made in Canada can be complicated. These experts can shed light on the subject:听
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop fighting in the Black Sea. The agreement would also cease strikes on energy infrastructures in both countries. It would be the first significant step toward a ceasefire, but it remains unclear how and when this limited truce would be implemented.
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Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy in the U.S., raising concerns about the fate of genetic data of millions of customers who used its at-home DNA testing kits to learn about their ancestry and health risks.
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, released Thursday, ranks countries based on survey data measuring people's self-reported life satisfaction. Canada, once among the top 10, has dropped from 6th place in 2013 to 18th in 2025, mirroring a wider decline among industrial nations.
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is a United Nations observance that raises awareness of the importance of fresh water and sustainable water management. This year鈥檚 theme is preserving glaciers, which are melting faster than ever due to climate change.听
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