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Carney Brings Marc Miller Back as Culture Minister Amid Cabinet Shake-Up

Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Montreal MP Marc Miller as the new Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture. Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Montreal MP Marc Miller as the new Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture , marking a significant return for the Trudeau-era minister. The move comes after Steven Guilbeault resigned last week , following Ottawa’s new pact with Alberta on a proposed pipeline. Miller, who served in several roles under former prime minister Justin Trudeau—including immigration and Indigenous services—was not initially included in Carney’s cabinet when he took office earlier this year. His appointment signals Carney’s intent to stabilize the government’s cultural portfolio while reinforcing ties with Quebec. Miller will also oversee official languages , a role that underscores the importance of bilingualism in Canada’s national identity. The shuffle extends beyond Miller’s appointment. Joël Lightbound , Minister of Government Transformati...
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Amazon's Union Efforts in Quebec Meet Resistance

 


In a surprising turn of events, Amazon has announced the closure of all seven of its warehouses in Quebec, resulting in nearly 2,000 job losses. This decision comes just months after workers at a warehouse in Laval successfully unionized, marking the first unionized Amazon workforce in Canada. Despite Amazon's insistence that the closures are unrelated to the unionization efforts, many are skeptical, viewing this move as a direct attempt to quash the union push.

The closures have sparked outrage among workers and union leaders, who argue that Amazon is trying to send a message to other employees considering unionization. Quebec's Labour Minister has vowed to ensure that Amazon respects all labour laws, while federal officials are calling for a review of Ottawa's business relationship with the company.

As the debate continues, the future of unionization efforts at Amazon remains uncertain. What is clear, however, is that the fight for workers' rights in Quebec is far from over.



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