Looking for an independent news source in Montreal? Produced by CUTV and hosted by Savanna Craig, Local 514 provides bi-weekly updates on a range of issues that are affecting Montrealers from the perspectives of local voices.
Some of the ongoing issues that Local 514 covers include Montreal’s housing crisis and tenant advocacy, the effects of municipal, provincial, and federal policies that disenfranchise marginalized communities, the prevailing matter of climate change, and much more!
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In episode 3 of Local 514, we look at how the mental health care system is drained during the pandemic, as more Montrealers are in need of mental health support. In November of 2020, 19,000 people were on a waiting list to receive mental health support. We discuss how the pandemic has created a decline …
Jesus, an undocumented worker, is making $10 at his job, while his co-workers with status are making $20. This is not uncommon for non-status workers, as they are often exploited in the workforce and threatened with deportation. In this episode of Local 514, we’ll look at the exploitation of undocumented workers in Montreal and the …
Local 514 is a new Montreal-focused news show covering topics of community interest underreported by mainstream media. The show is hosted by Savanna Craig. Check out the newest episode of Local 514 below, or follow CUTV’s Facebook or Instagram for new episodes!
The homeless population has roughly doubled in Montreal since March 2020. With shelters forced to run at half capacity, combined with recent COVID-19 outbreaks in shelters and the closure of two of Montreal’s tent cities – how can the unhoused stay warm and safe during the winter months? The situation is aggravated by the housing …
