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Brendan Gallagher Gave An Update On His Health After His Hard Fall Last Game

The man who was constantly being referred to as a "warrior" in the past few days, Brendan Gallagher, is proving himself to be exactly that. The player will be back in the lineup for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals even though many questioned whether he has a concussion after leaving the ice with a bloody face in the last game.

On June 30, just hours before the next game, the 29-year-old player gave an update on his health.

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A Quebecer Made A Massive George Floyd Snow Sculpture On His Front Lawn (PHOTOS)

This summer, thousands flocked to the streets of Montreal to protest police brutality, in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.

The protests called for an end to systemic racism and for defunding the Montreal police — rallying cries met with skepticism by Quebec's premier, François Legault, who claimed there is "no systemic discrimination" in the province.

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A Splurge & Save Holiday Gift Idea For Every Quebecer, Based On Their Astrological Sign

The holidays are around the corner, with Christmas in Quebec just days away. If you're looking for a last-minute gift option, or you're stuck on what to get that distant relative, quirky friend or significant other in your life, we've rounded up gifts you can choose from for each astrological sign.

There are two options, one cheaper (save) and one more lavish (splurge) — so no matter your budget, you can get that last-minute shopping done.

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No, Your Scarf Does NOT Replace A Mask & Other Winter Tips From Montreal Health Officials

As colder weather approaches and the gloves slide on, Montrealers will have to keep best health practices in mind. Health officials have put out some reminders ahead of our first winter with COVID-19.

In a tweet, Santé Montréal reminded the population that scarves and neck-warmers "don't replace" face coverings.

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Quebec Is Getting Rid Of Sales Tax On Masks & Face Shields This Month

Good news, my fellow mask-wearers! You'll soon be able to buy certain face masks in Quebec tax-free — although it's only temporary.

The Canadian government issued its Fall Economic Statement 2020 on November 30, which declared a new measure in which certain masks and face shields will be sold tax-free.

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The STM Is Calling Out People Who Don't Wear Their Masks Right In A Funny New Campaign

In an effort to get people to wear their masks correctly on the Montreal metro and bus networks, the STM is once again resorting to humour.

In a new campaign, the transit company is reminding customers that "there's only one way to wear" masks properly.

New signage shows "18 useless ways to wear a face covering."

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A Guy Allegedly Punched A Quebec Bus Driver In The Face After She Asked Him To Wear A Mask

On September 26, a passenger refused to wear a mask on a local bus and the situation left a Quebec bus driver with a fracture in her face.

According to a news release sent out by the Terrebonne Police, a man entered a bus heading to the train station in Sainte-Thérèse and the driver asked him to put on a mask before entering, so he put a bandana over his face. But throughout the ride, the driver had to remind him to put it on again. 

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