TL;DR
- Quebec’s new PQ government was sworn in and unveiled a slim 23‑member cabinet on Oct 21, including a minister responsible for Quebec’s accession to independence; key portfolios include Health (Marie‑Karlynn Laflamme), Education (Joël Arseneau), Finance (Nicolas Marceau) and Treasury Board (Alain Therrien). (globalnews.ca)
- The National Assembly will resume on Nov 24; a court bid to force MNAs to swear the King’s oath remains pending after Bill 4 (2022) made it optional. (tvanouvelles.ca)
- Festival du nouveau cinéma (Oct 8–18) closed; the Louve d’or went to I Plant My Hand in the Garden (Boris Hadžija & Hoda Taheri). FNC also launched the new Queer Louve award in partnership with Cannes’ Queer Palm. (filmfestivals.com)
- Canada–U.S. trade: PM Mark Carney said the U.S. tariffs are hurting Americans; Canada’s counter‑measures are in force and a tariff‑remission process for exceptional cases is open. (apnews.com)
- ADISQ 2026: Premier Gala performers were announced (Oct 20); TV dates are Nov 4 (Premier Gala, Télé‑Québec) and Nov 8 (main gala, ICI TÉLÉ). (adisq.com)
Quebec’s new cabinet: smaller team, independence file assigned
- Key facts and current state of the topic
- On Oct 21, Premier Paul St‑Pierre Plamondon swore in a 23‑member cabinet and emphasized a leaner executive. Catherine Gentilcore becomes deputy premier, immigration minister, government House leader—and minister responsible for Quebec’s accession to independence. Other key posts: Marie‑Karlynn Laflamme (Health), Joël Arseneau (Education), Nicolas Marceau (Finance), Alain Therrien (Treasury Board). (globalnews.ca)
- Important context and background information
- The PQ governs in minority. The “independence” file is positioned as a mandate to organize preparation and reflection, not an immediate referendum timetable. (globalnews.ca)
- Recent developments or changes
- Francophone outlets underscored the cabinet’s reduced size and portfolio bundling to signal austerity and tighter coordination. (tvanouvelles.ca)
National Assembly: Nov 24 return; oath‑to‑the‑King injunction pending
- Key facts and current state of the topic
- The Assembly is slated to reconvene on Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026. (tvanouvelles.ca)
- Important context and background information
- A non‑profit legal group has asked Quebec Superior Court to suspend Quebec’s 2022 law (Bill 4) that made the royal oath optional and to require MNAs to swear the King’s oath pending a full constitutional challenge. (globalnews.ca)
- Recent developments or changes
- The injunction application was filed in early October; hearings were expected before the fall sitting. The PQ MNAs were sworn in without the royal oath on Oct 15. (globalnews.ca)
Festival du nouveau cinéma 2026: winners and a new award
- Key facts and current state of the topic
- The 55th FNC wrapped Oct 18; the Louve d’or (best feature, international competition) went to I Plant My Hand in the Garden (Boris Hadžija & Hoda Taheri). (filmfestivals.com)
- Important context and background information
- This edition introduced the Queer Louve, created with Cannes’ Queer Palm, to honor LGBTQ‑themed works—replacing FNC’s former Fierté Montréal prize. (nouveaucinema.ca)
- Recent developments or changes
- Industry coverage highlights a strong Quebec slate alongside international titles; full laureates lists were posted by festival/industry outlets. (filmfestivals.com)
Canada–U.S. tariffs: Ottawa stance and business relief
- Key facts and current state of the topic
- PM Mark Carney said this week that U.S. tariffs are raising costs for Americans and disrupting a decades‑old relationship; Canada’s dollar‑for‑dollar counter‑tariffs remain in effect. (apnews.com)
- Important context and background information
- Canada formalized its counter‑measures in the United States Surtax Order (2026), after the U.S. imposed 50% duties under Section 338. (gazette.gc.ca)
- Recent developments or changes
- Finance Canada confirmed the tariff‑remission process for exceptional relief is open, with guidance for firms on eligibility and how to apply. (canada.ca)
ADISQ 2026: broadcast dates and first performers
- Key facts and current state of the topic
- ADISQ announced Premier Gala performers (Fredz, Alicia Moffet, Cruzito) for Nov 4 on Télé‑Québec; the main televised gala airs Nov 8 on ICI TÉLÉ/ICI TOU.TV. (adisq.com)
- Important context and background information
- This follows Sept 16 nomination reveals featuring Angine de Poitrine, Fredz, JF Pauzé, Lou‑Adriane Cassidy and Les Louanges among top nominees. (presse.radio-canada.ca)
- Recent developments or changes
- Broadcasters have published platform details (TV, streaming, audio) to facilitate viewing in and beyond Quebec. (presse.radio-canada.ca)