Ticks could spread throughout Quebec in coming decades, says public health institute

Quebec’s public health institute is warning of a possible spread of the black-legged tick population in the province due to climate change. The Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ) has created maps of the projected growth to help communities and governments plan and adapt over the next several decades. “These maps are actually … Read more

Federal government to launch $1.5B fund to protect affordable rentals

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says a new $1.5-billion housing fund will help non-profit organizations acquire more rental units across Canada and make sure they remain affordable. The new Canada Rental Protection Fund will be included in the upcoming federal budget, to be tabled on April 16. The fund will provide $1 billion in loans and … Read more