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News in the media
N.B. hydro deal good for Quebec: Charest
Quebec Premier Jean Charest says Hydro-Québec's $4.8-billion acquisition of a majority of New Brunswick's energy assets is in the interest of both provinces. Charest and New Brunswick Premier Shawn Graham signed the agreement on Quebec's acquisition [...] Full Story
Appeal for calm as vaccination continues
Quebec Premier Jean Charest appealed for calm, and criticism of the government’s vaccination plan mounted Thursday as people anxious to be vaccinated against the H1N1 virus flooded to vaccination centres in some regions [...] Full Story
Quebec forms squad to investigate
construction industry
The Quebec government has announced the creation of a new specialized squad to investigate alleged collusion and corruption in the construction industry. pération Marteau, French for Operation Hammer [...] Full StoryMore news
Press releases
27 / 10 / 2009
The government is adding $800 million to its action plan to support the economy
“Québec's economy is faring better than other economies. We have suffered less than our key trading partners have from the recession. Our plan to support employment and prepare for economic recovery has produced the anticipated results. However, the recovery is fragile and we must more broadly support the economy. For this reason, the government is announcing today $800 million in additional funding to help Québec businesses and thus protect jobs,” noted Finance Minister Raymond Bachand [...] Full StoryAlready announced
