Should university staff at McGill be allowed to demand students identify themselves on campus? Montreal’s McGill University’s board of governors has voted in favour of a controversial new policy. It’s called the Identification Policy for Access to Properties Owned, Occupied, or Used by the University. This policy was proposed by Professor Fabrice Labeau on January …
The National Post recently published a column by Terry Newman that referred to an event organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement Montreal as “pro-terror.” The event was intended to share the experiences of former Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli prisons. As Ali Salman explains, PYM aimed to shed light on stories that are often hidden …
Environmental activists, politicians and concerned Montrealers gathered for an annual earth day protest at Places des Festivals. The theme of the protest was “no more cuts”, it comes as the federal government eliminated the consumer carbon tax. The event hosted a fair, musical acts and a puppet show before taking to the streets for a …
In this episode, Local 514 host Kalden Dhatsenpa sits down withvenue owner and former municipal political candidate Sergio Da Silva to discuss his recent criticism of Montreal’s new nightlife policy. Sergio acknowledges that the policy brings some positive developments—particularly for venues that have put in the work to earn special designation allowing them to stay …
Migrant rights groups and healthcare workers teamed up to call on the federal government to reverse planned changes to the Interim Federal Health Program. The program offers healthcare to refugees. Changes will reduce the amount of free coverage refugees receive. A “No cuts to care” campaign was launched with several actions to get the attention …
On April 8, 2026, hundreds of protestors gathered outside the United States Consulate in Montreal demanding an end to the war in the Middle East. The protest came after a ceasefire was announced between the United States and Iran, and as Israeli strikes killed hundreds in Lebanon. The gathering was organized by the Palestinian Youth …
In a recent tweet, border scholar Harsha Walia described Bill C-12 as “absolutely horrific,” warning that it could become “the country’s largest machinery of deportation.” As the bill moves from the Senate to the House of Commons, concerns about its potential impact are growing. In this episode, Local 514 host Kalden Dhatsenpa speaks with Mostafa …
Local 514 host Kalden Dhatsenpa is joined by journalist Katia Lo Innes for a look at the stories making headlines in Montreal this month. The OQLF is planning on unleashing “secret shoppers” across Quebec but more than half of the visits will be in Montreal. The secret shoppers will report back to the OQLF on …
On March 8, 2026, thousands gathered in downtown Montreal to mark International Women’s Day, commemorating 115 years. More than 3,000 people took part in the demonstration, bringing together labour unions, women’s rights organizations, and anarchist, trans, and queer collectives. The march moved through the city, with stops including the Israeli consulate and Cabot Square. As …
In 2026, 7 women have been killed in and around Montréal. Ruba Ghazal, co-spokesperson of Quebec Solidaire claims that the CAQ government is contributing by underfunding prevention and support systems for women in danger. During a previous femicide spike in 2021 the CAQ promised to expand shelters and funding for services but currently at the …
