What's On in Montreal: Drag, Markets & Holiday Events
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Israel sharply criticizes Canada and other nations for condemning new West Bank settlements, calling the stance 'morally wrong.' Get the latest on this diplomatic rift.
Montreal woke up to a snowy Christmas morning, but the snow is giving way to sun, cloud, and plunging temperatures with a wind chill of -25 C expected overnight.
Purolator donates a retired delivery vehicle to Edmonton's Food Bank, bolstering logistics for holiday food drives. The gift aids community support during the winter season.
Montreal's forecast for Dec. 20, 2025, calls for sunny skies turning cloudy, with a high of -3°C and wind chill near -14. Periods of snow expected overnight. Plan your day.
World stock markets climbed after the Bank of Japan hiked its benchmark interest rate to the highest level seen in three decades. Discover the details and global market implications.
Japan's central bank raises its key interest rate to the highest level in three decades, triggering an advance in the Nikkei index. Explore the market implications and global context.
Toronto, backed by Premier Doug Ford and Mayor Olivia Chow, officially launched its campaign on December 17, 2025, to become the headquarters for a new international Defence, Security and Resilience Bank. Learn about the city's strategic push.
Bank of Montreal's head of global credit trading, Steve Thom, is retiring. The veteran banker joined BMO five years ago after a long career at RBC. Learn about the changes in BMO's capital markets division.
Toronto officially launched its bid to host the new Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, competing with four other Canadian cities for a project that could create up to 3,500 local jobs. Discover why Ontario's leaders are confident.
A delegation of six Canadian MPs, including Montreal's Sameer Zuberi, was turned away at the West Bank border by Israeli authorities. The MPs express shock and cite concerns over blocked humanitarian dialogue.
Federal Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon commits to major rail and port upgrades after Vancouver's ranking fell to 398th worldwide. Plans aim to boost Canada's non-U.S. exports.
RBC Capital Markets warns that limited market-maker capital could strain the $13 trillion ETF industry as U.S. regulators greenlight ETF share classes of mutual funds, potentially creating a bottleneck for new listings.
The Calgary Food Bank has launched a new downtown location modeled after a grocery store, allowing clients to choose their own food using a points system. The pilot project aims to address urban food insecurity with dignity and autonomy. Learn how this in
The Calgary Food Bank has officially launched a new downtown facility to provide more accessible food support to residents in need. Learn more about this vital community expansion.
Canada's annual inflation rate remained at 2.2% in November, while Quebec's rate fell to 3.0%. BMO economist Sal Guatieri discusses the economic outlook. Read the latest data and analysis.
Financial expert Christopher Liew outlines key factors for Canadians selecting a bank, comparing big banks, credit unions, and online-only options. Make an informed choice for your finances.
Drivers in Montreal face traffic disruptions this weekend due to planned road closures. Plan your route with our detailed list of affected areas and construction zones.
Canada's largest lenders set aside 15% more for bonuses in fiscal 2025, driven by busy capital markets and trading. Discover which banks led the increase and the factors behind the surge.
Canada's largest banks increased performance-based compensation by 15% in fiscal 2025, driven by robust capital markets and wealth management profits. Discover which banks led the pay hikes.
Discover 10 unique Vancouver Christmas markets for 2025, from gothic oddities to artisan crafts. Find dates, locations, and what makes each market special for your holiday shopping.
Laurentian Bank of Canada saw its fourth-quarter profit decline compared to the previous year. Get the full financial breakdown and analysis here.
Canada's largest banks reported a combined $16.45 billion profit in the fourth quarter, driven by a boom in capital markets. Discover the key factors behind this financial surge.
Conexus Venture Capital's second fund has been oversubscribed, hitting its $30 million target to fuel high-growth tech startups in Saskatchewan. Discover how this capital injection will accelerate the province's innovation ecosystem.
TD, BMO, and CIBC surpassed analyst forecasts in Q4, driven by capital markets and wealth management. Despite economic uncertainty, credit loss provisions remained manageable. Get the full analysis.
Old Montreal transforms into a winter wonderland with the Parcours Lumineux light installations and cozy fire pits, aiming to attract visitors during the cold season. Discover the magic.
Former executives from the collapsed Signature Bank have launched a new financial institution powered by blockchain technology. Discover the details of this major fintech move.
BMO Financial Group announced a robust fourth-quarter profit of $2.3 billion and has raised its dividend, signaling confidence in its financial stability and future growth prospects for Canadian investors.
Bank of Montreal surpasses Q4 earnings estimates, driven by wealth management and capital markets. The bank announces a dividend increase to $1.67 per share. Read the full analysis.
Toronto-Dominion Bank reports a rise in quarterly profit, driven by increased interest income. Get the key financial details and analysis for Canadian investors.