COVID-19 – No holiday cheer for Montreal restaurants in red zones
Just last week Quebec was proposing a ”moral contract” with Quebecers that would allow them to enjoy the holidays at home
Expect a Canada alert test today on your device
Across Canada today the government will be sending out an emergency public alert ‘ Canada alert test’ to test their
What you need to know about COVID-19
COVID-19 vaccine 95% effective seeking approval for use
Pfizer has released a statement saying their vaccine is 95% effective and they are seeking approval for distribution to the elder who are most at risk of dying from the virus. Pfizer have not release
Almost half of working Canadians say they need mental health support
Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today released its monthly Mental Health Index™ report, revealing a consistent negative mental health score among Canadians at the seven-month
Quebec government considering closing schools
The Quebec government might be considering closing schools across the province to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The Quebec Premier Francois Legault said they might have to extend the holiday break this winter to help
Pfizer announces a coronavirus vaccine that could be 90% effective
Pfizer, a multinational pharmaceutical corporation and one the largest worldwide, announced on November 9th that the data on their coronavirus vaccine (to date), shows the potential of being 90% effective. A very important and encouraging
The role of medical logistics during a pandemic
The current coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly taken a toll on the entire world. And suddenly, the most crucial supply chain in the world became the medical one. Whether we’re in the middle of a pandemic
COVID-19 – Quebec hits over 100 000 cases and keeps rising
It is a grim milestone. On Sunday October 25th, Quebec reported another 879 confirmed, positive cases of the Covid-19 virus – bringing the total number of cases in the province since the start of the
Food & Wine
How to building the best charcuterie board
Charcuterie boards have become a social media phenomenon. After all, who doesn’t love a good spread of meats and cheeses?
Heinz Ketchup is coming back and being produced in Montreal
Starting next summer Heinz ketchup will be produced in a Mount-Royal factory in Montreal. The Heinz Ketchup will be packaged
Keeping the family warm this winter with hearty Potato Soup
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work, shop and even the way we eat. More than ever, we
Montréal Passion Vin went virtual for its 19th edition raising money for Hôpital maisonneuve-Rosemont
Given the exceptional context, the 19th edition of the Montréal Passion Vin benefit event was virtual. The unique event raised $435,190 net. Added to the $133,004 raised
Guinness launches no-alcohol Guinness 0.0
Guinness 0.0. has hit the shelves in Britain and Ireland for those gents who want a booze-free version of the Irish stout. The traditional 261
Students turning to a nice glass of wine
In university, I would say wine is the least consumed type of alcohol. Wine is one of those things where you either love it or
Five impressive wines for Fall
The strange times continue to roll in with the second wave of COVID-19 and we don’t seem to totally break free from the human confinement idea. In
The world of virtual wine tastings
In a post COVID-19 world, society wont be the same anymore and the world of wine is no stranger to that. The pandemic has brought
Autumn season wines to try
Autumn season wines – September represents the start of a new school year and the return to a hopefully regular routine for many. The month
Montreal Restaurants
COVID-19 – No holiday cheer for Montreal restaurants in red zones
Just last week Quebec was proposing a ”moral contract” with Quebecers that would allow them to enjoy the holidays at home with their families and friends.
Canada Takeout urges Canadians to make #TakeoutDay a staple
When Canada Takeout (CT) first launched near the beginning of the pandemic, on April 15th, the goal was to turn Wednesday into #TakeoutDay as a
Montréal Passion Vin went virtual for its 19th edition raising money for Hôpital maisonneuve-Rosemont
Given the exceptional context, the 19th edition of the Montréal Passion Vin benefit event was virtual. The unique event raised $435,190 net. Added to the $133,004 raised
Business
Gold Coast Garage Doors: A brief tutorial on insulation and safety
A garage can serve a lot of purposes other than just a parking place. The space in the garage is perfect for storage and even as your personal workshop. But
The effects of credit cards on credit score
Credit score is the defining metric that banks and other credit providers use to determine whether to lend money or not. The significance of a credit card’s impact on your
Are comparison sites good for your business?
This is the age of consumer choice one might ask, are comparison sites good? Whatever you might need to buy this weekend, from a pot of yogurt to a new
How social media can aid your SEO efforts
No one can deny the power of social media when it comes to the distribution of information and make any person and anything famous. What is trending in social media
Clean out under your mattress – Some Canadian bank notes will be worthless
If you have stashed away Canadian bills under your mattress for a rainy day you better get them ASAP. The Bank of Canada (BoC) have issued a warning that certain
No down payment auto insurance needed
If you want to do some research and find out more information about no down payment car insurance before getting a quote then we have plenty of resources to help. Lots of information about different kinds of insurance
Real estate
Gold Coast Garage Doors: A brief tutorial on insulation and safety
A garage can serve a lot of purposes other than just a parking place. The space in the garage is perfect for storage and even
Lifestyle
6 crucial benefits of a sturdy bed frame
Many individuals think that bed frames are not that useful as beds just sit on the ground. Although it’s not entirely wrong, there is a
Tips to reduce your anxiety attacks at night
Picture this situation, you are finally relaxing after a long day. You are feeling tired and your body falls into a state of calmness, but
Entertainment
Commemorative Nelson Mandela mural unveiled in Montreal
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the visit to Montreal by the late African National Congress (ANC) leader and President of
Movies
Cinemania online
With two extra days added at the end of this year’s edition, Cinemania finished its first online version. This festival,
I AM GRETA: The unexpected activist
It is certainly uncommon to see a teenage girl becoming a media phenomenon of global dimensions and interacting with world
RUSTIC ORACLE: In search of a missing indigenous girl (official trailer)
The disappearance of indigenous girls and women has been on the news for some time now. “Rustic Oracle,” a feature
The Festival du nouveau cinema is virtual but prizes are real
Deprived of physical screenings due to the pandemic, the Festival du nouveau cinema was still able to mobilize many movie
Music
Quebecer Brittany Kennell named SiriusXM top of the country semi-finalist 2020/21
After spending ten years in the United States, and successfully becoming the first Canadian to appear on NBC’s The Voice
ORCHAD In Bloom
ORCHAD – To be seated next to Justyn Vynn is an experience. Let me tell you, because I know. It
How do you feel about renaming a metro station in honour of Oscar Peterson
As far back as 2008, a group of people in Montreal wanted to have the Lionel-Groulx metro station renamed in
OSM FREE online concerts -Week 5
OSM FREE online concerts – This week the OSM is offering another great line up of online concerts for your
More OSM free online concerts plus more!
OSM free online concerts – The response to the OSM’s free online concerts during this challenging time, have been more
Books
Book reviews – Holocaust survivor memoirs make sure we never forget
Holocaust survivor memoirs – The year 2020 has not only been a tumultuous year, but a significant milestone year when it came to one of
Book Review: You Look So Much Better in Person by Al Roker
You Look So Much Better in Person – For as long as there has been television and television news, the weather person has always been
Book Review: Creature Feature by Steven Paul Leiva
Picture this, if you will. – Creature Feature by Steven Paul Leiva. A popular local TV horror movie show hostess during the height of the Kennedy
The Butcher of Park Ex by Andreas Kessaris
The Butcher of Park Ex – There is this certain rule of thumb when it comes to writers who are stuck finding a subject matter
Travel
The ultimate guide to Portland in a weekend
Ah, Portland in a weekend! Iconically weird and lovably quirky, it’s one of the most popular cities in the Pacific Northwest. Home to hipsters and
WestJet to offer approved pre-flight testing
WestJet today announced it has collaborated with the State of Hawaii to begin offering a pre-flight COVID-19 testing program for guests travelling to the islands.
Is Las Vegas still the best place to visit for gamblers?
Las Vegas – The popularity of gambling has not faded in the thousands of years that it’s been around. Many players enjoy trying their luck
WestJet adds holiday sun destinations to December schedule
WestJet today released its updated December schedule featuring up to 55 daily flights to sun destinations in the Caribbean, the United States (including Hawaii) and
Will Rapid Covid-19 testing at airports change your approach to travel?
Airlines across the country have been particularly hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, with many struggling to survive – including at Trudeau National Aeroport. However,
New mandatory requirements for travellers to Canada
As part of Canada’s efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19, all travellers are required to provide specific information upon and after entry into Canada.
Montreal
Montreal car tempo – legal or not legal?
With the winter season at our doorsteps, the subject of driveway car shelters is once again creating a debate on whether they are an ugly
Montreal weather alert – Snow expected!
Montreal weather alert – Environment Canada has issued a weather warning for Montreal and surrounding areas. Snowfall amounts of 5 to 10 cm are expected
Montréal Passion Vin went virtual for its 19th edition raising money for Hôpital maisonneuve-Rosemont
Given the exceptional context, the 19th edition of the Montréal Passion Vin benefit event was virtual. The unique event raised $435,190 net. Added to the $133,004 raised
Quebec withdraws funding for REM station at Trudeau Airport
The Quebec government said the province will be withdrawing funding for the REM station at Montreal’s Trudeau Airport. The news came at a time when
Commemorative Nelson Mandela mural unveiled in Montreal
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the visit to Montreal by the late African National Congress (ANC) leader and President of South Africa Nelson Mandela (which
Montreal offers free parking at night – Is it enough to save downtown
The Montreal Mayor is offering free parking on the streets of Montreal past six o’clock every night until December 31, 2020. Montreal Mayor Plante tweeted,
