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Your Quebec driver's license will cost double in 2026 — but some drivers get a discount

Quebec drivers will be paying a lot more to renew their Class 5 driver's licence next year. The SAAQ announced this week that the cost of a standard licence will nearly double in 2026, even with a built-in discount that applies only to people with a clean record.

On November 20, the provincial agency confirmed it will offer a 75% reduction on the regular licence fee in 2026. That sounds generous, but it still leaves most Class 5 drivers with a bill of $50 — almost twice the $26.25 charged this year.

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richest people in canada

The 7 richest people in Quebec are worth $54B — Here's how they made their fortunes

Quebec is home to plenty of successful business owners, but only a small group reaches the kind of wealth where your net worth has a "B" after it.

According to Maclean's newly released 2025 Rich List, seven Quebecers (and their families) are among the 40 richest people in Canada — and together, they're worth just over $54 billion. The ranking focuses only on publicly accessible financial data, and Maclean's even calls its estimates "conservative," meaning the real totals could be higher.

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best companies in canada

Canada's best employers were revealed and these 13 Quebec companies made the cut

If you're on the hunt for a new job in Quebec, a national ranking just dropped that might help you narrow the search.

The 2026 edition of Canada's Top 100 Employers is out, and a handful of Quebec-based companies made the cut, including several with head offices right here in Montreal. The list highlights employers that stand out for things like benefits, work culture, time off, flexibility and community involvement, and this year’s winners range from software firms to banks, universities and global manufacturers.

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Services Québec is hiring with no degree required & some jobs pay nearly $60k a year

If you're looking for a solid, well-paying job in Quebec that doesn't require a university degree and can be done partly or fully from home, Services Québec has some new openings that might be worth a look. The provincial agency is currently hiring customer service agents across Quebec, and the salary can reach up to $59,592 a year, depending on experience.

It's not bad for a role where a high school diploma or equivalent work experience is enough to apply.

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Canada Child Benefit: 2026 payment dates are out and some families could get up to $8,000

The arrival of a new child can change just about everything in your life, including your budget. To help with that reality, the federal government offers the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a non-taxable monthly payment for families raising kids under 18. The benefit is administered through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and is available across the country, including in Quebec.

If you have never applied before, the CCB must be requested by the person who is primarily responsible for the child. That means the parent or guardian who lives with them full-time and handles their daily care, well-being and education.

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Old Age Security payments are coming and some Quebec seniors can get over $800 this month

Heads up, Quebec seniors. November brings another Old Age Security payment for taxpayers across the province, and this month's deposit reflects the most recent rate adjustment linked to inflation.

OAS payments are managed by Service Canada and provide monthly financial support to Canadians aged 65 and older. These deposits typically arrive during the final week of each month and form a key part of retirement income for millions of seniors.

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Quebec's best workplaces were revealed & some companies got a 100% employee happiness score

If landing a job you actually enjoy is on your 2026 to-do list, this new data could help.

Greatplacetowork.ca has released its annual list of the Best Workplaces in Quebec for 2025, highlighting over 70 companies where employees say they feel valued, supported and proud to work.

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How the 'average' Quebec salary compares to every other Canadian province right now

If you live in Quebec and feel like your paycheque is not going as far as it used to, you are definitely not alone. New numbers from Statistics Canada give a clearer picture of what "average" earnings look like across the country, and Quebec's position may surprise you.

According to salary data released by Statistics Canada for August 2025, the average weekly earnings in Canada reached $1,312. That is up 3 percent compared to the same time last year, although the pace of growth slowed a little from July's 3.2 percent increase.

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Quebec parents can get up to $666 per child from the Canada Child Benefit in November

If you're raising kids in Quebec, another round of payments from the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is on its way. And for some families, that could mean up to $666 per child hitting your bank account this month.

If you're wondering when your cheque is arriving or how to apply for the benefit, here's what you need to know.

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quebec news

Quebec's highest-paying job fields were revealed & the top spot is not medicine or law

If you've been thinking about switching careers or just wondering where the money really is in Quebec, new Statistics Canada data might surprise you. The agency's latest September 2025 report breaks down the median weekly wages of full-time employees in every major industry, and some unexpected sectors are near the top.

While the overall average for Quebec sits at $1,264.90 per week, several industries pay well above that — in some cases, way above. Here's how each sector compares, ranked from the lowest to the highest-paying right now.

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This new Canadian coin looks like a gold penny but it's worth over $7k

Pennies may no longer be in circulation, but Canada's newest coin brings back the familiar maple-leaf look — along with a heavy price tag.

The Royal Canadian Mint's new Multifaceted Maple Leaves – 1-oz. Pure Gold Coin takes the classic penny-style stem-and-leaves motif and turns it into a showpiece.

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Most Quebecers are still boycotting American goods but another country's brands are winning

Months after the start of the Canada–U.S. trade war, Quebecers are still steering clear of American products, but that shift is also changing where their money goes.

A new survey from the Conseil québécois du commerce de détail (CQCD) found that 85% of Quebecers still avoid American-made products, while 87% now seek out local or Canadian brands. The web survey, conducted by ORAMA Marketing between August 4 and 15, 2025, polled 1,013 Quebecers aged 18 and older and was weighted by region, gender, age, and household size.

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