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The FADOQ calls for caution

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

Aware that confinement can have a negative impact on the health of seniors, the FADOQ Network believes that the easing of the rules will generate positive effects, provided that those with a medical condition who feel reassured by containment measures. The FADOQ Network recalls the importance of acting with caution when reducing constraints because the […]


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Still “too early” for gatherings with friends, says Dr. Arruda

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

Although several measures have been eased with public health recommendations, it is still too early to organize gatherings with several people from different residences. The National Director of Public Health, Dr. Horacio Arruda, believes that the risks of transmission of the virus are still too great. CHIP101.9 · Extrait – Horacio Arruda – Ce n’est […]


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Additional premiums for full-time workers in the health network

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The Premier of Quebec, François Legault, indicated that 11,200 workers in the health care system are missing in the province. Full-time workers, in particular, are sorely lacking. During his press briefing, Tuesday, François Legault launched a new appeal for help, especially full time, in CHSLDs. He asks employees who have finished their quarantine to return […]


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CHSLDs : Marguerite Blais takes her share of responsibility but points the finger at the Liberal government

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The minister Responsible for Seniors and Informal Caregivers in Quebec, Marguerite Blais, took some responsibility for the crisis unfolding in the CHSLDs, but added that the cuts made by the Liberal government of Philippe Couillard have damaged the centers accommodation. CHIP101.9 · Extrait – Marguerite Blais – Responsabilité Marguerite Blais was also minister Responsible for […]


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Lifting of the ban on visits to palliative care units

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The Government of Quebec has widened access for families to people at the end of their lives. For the Minister Responsible for Seniors and Informal Caregivers, Marguerite Blais, this ease of the measures for residents of palliative care units is a question of human dignity. CHIP101.9 · Extrait – Marguerite Blais – Soins palliatifs Visits […]


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Report – Quebec Government’s 1 p.m. press briefing- May 06 2020

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The Quebec government held a press briefing today to update citizens regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19 across Québec. These press briefings are broadcast live on the air in French at 1 p.m. on CHIP 101.9. During The Drive on CHIP 101.9, after 5p.m., the following English report was presented to summarize the briefing and its […]


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The media will also not be able to participate in the public meeting

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The public extraordinary meeting of the Ile-du-Grand-Calumet municipal council, scheduled for this evening Wednesday May 6th, will be held not only without an audience, but also without the news media. Following the announcement by Ile-du-Grand-Calumet, Wednesday morning, saying that it would be impossible to allow citizens to participate in the online meeting, the CHIP 101.9 […]


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5:30 pm Update – Jane Toller – May 06 2020

6 May 2020 à 12:00 am

Daily update from the Warden of the MRC Pontiac Jane Toller regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19.


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Citizens gather to demand the mayor’s resignation

5 May 2020 à 12:00 am

On Saturday afternoon, citizens of the municipality of L’Ile-du-Grand-Calumet gathered in their cars to request that the council hold a vote of no confidence towards the mayor Serge Newberry. Another purpose of this manifestation was to demand the resignation of mayor Newberry. CHIP 101.9’s Elizabeth Séguin was on site to cover the event. CHIP101.9 · […]


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WQSB asks for leniency in the reopening dates for Elementary schools and Daycare centers

5 May 2020 à 12:00 am

The Western Québec School Board (WQSB) issued a press release on its website addressing the Quebec government’s plan for reopening preschools, elementary schools and daycare centers on May 11 in cold regions such as the Outaouais. ”Western Québec wishes to make clear that while it respects the provincial directive to reopen elementary schools, it remains […]


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