Daily sequence of events
Quebec has been a hotbed of activity in recent times, with several significant developments taking place. Here's a summary of some of the key events that have caught our attention.
Over the past year, 203 unaccompanied minors have sought asylum in Quebec. Meanwhile, the US-Canada trade relations continue to thrive under the USMCA agreement, which replaced NAFTA in 2020. Although occasional disputes or tariffs may arise, these are typically resolved through negotiations, dispute resolution mechanisms, or temporary measures, avoiding escalation into full-blown trade wars.
However, a recent development has shaken the trade landscape. The U.S. President has signed a decree to increase tariffs on Canadian exports to 35%, effective from Friday. This decision is likely to have far-reaching implications and will be closely watched by both countries.
In the cultural sphere, the musical adaptation of Michel Tremblay's play, "Les Belles-Sœurs Symphonique," has received mixed reviews, with many finding it uninspired.
On the domestic front, Hydro-Quebec has proposed annual rate increases of 3% for residential customers and 4.8% for commercial and industrial clients over the next three years. This move is likely to impact a wide range of consumers and businesses in the province.
The STM union has threatened a strike, potentially causing disruptions in the public transportation system. Negotiations are ongoing to resolve this issue.
In a positive development, Carney is set to negotiate with Indigenous peoples, a move that could pave the way for meaningful dialogue and potential resolution of long-standing issues.
Lastly, the Quebec Court of Appeal has recognized a fatality of an agricultural worker as a workplace accident. This ruling could open the door to compensation for similar cases, marking a significant step towards ensuring worker safety in the province's agricultural sector.
As always, we will continue to monitor these developments and bring you the latest updates as they unfold.
The proposed annual rate increases by Hydro-Quebec is a matter of general news, affecting a wide range of consumers and businesses in the province.
The US President's decision to increase tariffs on Canadian exports could have far-reaching implications in the realm of politics and crime-and-justice, as the trade landscape shifts, and will be closely watched by both countries. Meanwhile, in the cultural sphere, the musical adaptation of "Les Belles-Sœurs Symphonique" has garnered mixed reviews, while in the domain of labor rights, the STM union's threat of a strike looms and Carney's negotiations with Indigenous peoples could pave the way for meaningful dialogue. Lastly, the Quebec Court of Appeal's recognition of a fatality of an agricultural worker as a workplace accident is a significant step towards ensuring worker safety.
