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CHSLDs : Marguerite Blais takes her share of responsibility but points the finger at the Liberal government
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
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
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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5:30 pm Update – Jane Toller – May 06 2020
Daily update from the Warden of the MRC Pontiac Jane Toller regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19.
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WQSB asks for leniency in the reopening dates for Elementary schools and Daycare centers
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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New web poll at CHIPfm.com
A new survey is available on the chipfm.com home page for CHIP 101.9 readers and listeners, on a new question concerning the Pontiac. This month we are asking your opinion on the most recent announcements from the Government of Quebec, including the upcoming lifting of roadside checks. “Do you believe that the Quebec government made […]
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The return of bingo on CHIP 101,9
CHIP 101.9 radio bingo was presented for the first time since March last night. The radio was authorized to restart the bingos, however, the safety of all our players and supporters remain our priority. We would therefore like to reiterate that the government’s sanitary measures are still in place and that it is imperative that […]
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5:30 pm Update – Jane Toller – May 05 2020
Daily update from the Warden of the MRC Pontiac Jane Toller regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19. CHIP101.9 · May 05 2020_Update Jane Toller
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Report – Quebec Government’s 1 p.m. press briefing- May 05 2020
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 restaurant La Gare Waltham Station adjusts to the COVID-19 Pandemic
La Gare – Waltham Station, a restaurant in the municipality of Waltham has adjusted their services in accordance to the Government of Quebec’s health and social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. In an interview with CHIP the owner of Waltham Station, Cobi Rabb, explained that prior to the health crisis many of their clients […]
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