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Montreal Business News

U.S. Alcohol Stays Off SAQ Shelves as Quebec Holds Firm Amid Trade Collapse

SAQ begins selling limited stock of U.S. alcohol starting February 12, 2026, but reordering ban stays in place…

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Update: Why Quebec Business Owners Say Trade Uncertainty Hurts More Than the Tariffs

Trump delays 50% tariffs on $28 billion in Canadian goods, but Quebec businesses say the reprieve solves nothing…

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Explainer: What the New Churchill Falls Deal Means for Your Hydro Bill

Quebec’s new $45-billion Churchill Falls deal will raise your hydro bill by 2029 Quebec has agreed to pay…

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Quebec’s Auditor General Warns Next Government Faces Up to $5B in Cuts

Quebec’s next government will need to cut at least $2 billion from spending in 2027-2028, and possibly as…

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Little Room to Spend: Auditor General’s Pre-Election Warning to Quebec Parties

Auditor general warns Quebec needs $2 billion in cuts by 2027-2028 You have about a year before Quebec…

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Turning the Page on 1969: Inside the New Churchill Falls Agreement

Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador sign new Churchill Falls power deal worth billions Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador…

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Canadian National Railway (CN) has announced an ambitious expansion plan, revealing

Montréal, QC – Canadian National Railway (CN) has announced an ambitious expansion plan, revealing investments exceeding CAD $2…

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Canadian National Railway Unveils $2 Billion Expansion Plan

Montréal, QC – Canadian National Railway (CN) has announced an ambitious expansion plan, revealing investments exceeding CAD $2…

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Vancouver Hosts International Tech Conference, Showcasing Global Innovations and Opportunities

Vancouver, a burgeoning hub of technology and innovation, recently opened its doors to the international community by hosting…

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Toronto Tech Startups Secure Funding in Strong Market

In a remarkable show of resilience and potential, Toronto’s tech startup ecosystem has experienced a surge in funding,…