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(May 4–10) brings attention to mental well-being across Canada. This year’s theme emphasizes social connection as a critical component of mental health, aiming to combat loneliness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.

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Published on: 30 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney presents the federal government's spring economic update Tuesday. These Թ experts can provide insights:

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Published on: 28 Apr 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) have announced it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) as of Friday, May 1.

The decision, which the UAE said is motivated by a desire for greater flexibility in its own oil production and exports, comes as the war in Iran has created a worldwide energy crisis.

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Classified as: Faculty of Arts
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Published on: 28 Apr 2026

As winter transitions into spring, pollen in the air is triggering seasonal allergies for many. A warming climate is contributing to earlier seasonal onset, longer growing seasons and increased pollen production. Թ experts are available to comment on this topic.  

David Wees, Faculty Lecturer in the Department of Plant Science, can discuss the impacts of climate on pollen production and seasonal allergies.  

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Published on: 24 Apr 2026

International energy research organization Ember has released its annual . It reports that clean energy sources have met all new energy demand since 2025, while electricity generation from fossil fuels has remained unchanged. The review notes that solar power is growing at the fastest rate. However, in Canada, it notes, solar and wind make up less than 10 per cent of the country’s electricity generation, compared to the G7 average of 19 per cent.

Classified as: François Bouffard, renewable energy, solar power, Amy Janzwood, djordje romanic, Jeffrey Bergthorson
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Published on: 21 Apr 2026

A by the Canadian Medical Association finds that 97 per cent of doctors report having intervened to prevent harm or address consequences after a patient followed false or misleading health information obtained online, including advice from AI.

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Published on: 21 Apr 2026

released today shows cannabis use has risen modestly since legalization, with 17 per cent of Quebecers reporting use in 2025, up from 14 per cent in 2018, though trends differ across age groups.

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Published on: 14 Apr 2026

In an election that brought a record-high turnout, Viktor Orbán, Hungary’s prime minister for the last 16 years, was defeated Sunday by Péter Magyar, leader of the country’s centre-right, pro-European Union Tisza Party.

This change could have important repercussions for Hungary as well as for Europe.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

An estimated 254,100 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer and 87,900 will die from the disease in 2026, according to new modelling published in the . Lung cancer remains the deadliest form overall, with concerning projected increases in several other types, including cervical cancer.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

European non-profit AI Forensics  this week on how massive, organized user networks are spreading and monetizing non-consensual intimate images, including child sexual abuse material, on a popular private messaging app. The report, which focused on cross-border networks in Italy and Spain, also notes that content circulates across several well-known platforms. 

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Classified as: Emmanuelle Vaast, Gender-based violence, technology, platform governance, online privacy
Published on: 10 Apr 2026

The war in Iran and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted the international oil trade, resulting in a dramatic increase in fuel prices worldwide and energy crises in several African and Asian countries. Broader economic impacts are also being felt.

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Published on: 26 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of Canada has begun hearing arguments on Quebec’s secularism law, Bill 21.

A Թ expert is available to comment:

Pearl Eliadis, Associate Professor (professional) at the Max Bell School of Public Policy, member of the Centre for Human Rights & Legal Pluralism at the Faculty of Law, is a practising lawyer specializing in human rights. She has expertise in equality and anti-discrimination law and minority rights.

Classified as: Faculty of Law, max bell school of public policy
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Published on: 23 Mar 2026

As Quebec seeks to implement its Digital Health Record (DSN) project, concerns are emerging about translation errors and inefficiencies in the platform, resulting in ballooning costs and potentially severe delays to patient care.

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Classified as: samira rahimi, Digitization, AI, health care system
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Published on: 19 Mar 2026

, released Thursday, ranks countries based on survey data of self-reported life satisfaction. Canada, once in the Top 10, has fallen to 25th, extending a decade-long decline. The report also links heavy social media use to a marked drop in well-being among young people, particularly among teenage girls.

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Classified as: Christopher Barrington-Leigh, World Happiness Report, Department of Equity, Ethics and Policy
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Published on: 19 Mar 2026

Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard is presenting his 2026-2027 budget today, March 18.

These Թ experts are available to comment:

Julian Karaguesian, Faculty Lecturer, Department of Economics, can speak about budgetary issues, as well as wider fiscal and economic policy issues.

Julian.karaguesian [at] mcgill.ca (English, French, German)

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Published on: 18 Mar 2026

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