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Edmonton Journal
a day ago
- Automotive
- Edmonton Journal
Why Quebec won't make a bilateral trade deal with Ontario
Article content An official in Ford's office, speaking on a not-for-attribution basis to discuss internal matters more freely, said they respect Quebec's wish to go solely the legislative route. Article content 'Certainly, we respect that process, and our door continues to remain open,' they said. Article content The official added each MOU does not need dedicated legislation to enact the terms set out between Ontario and each province or territory, but specific agreements could help with the free flow of direct alcohol sales to consumers, for instance. Article content Legault has a majority government in Quebec, which means that Bill 112 will almost certainly pass in the fall. But the bulk of the work on determining which goods should be excluded by regulation from internal trade will commence right after, said Skeete. Article content 'The clock starts when we pass the bill,' he said, adding that different departments inside the Quebec government will have about 12 months to get back to the government and give them a list of goods that they want to opt out of or want to exclude from internal trade. Article content Article content 'In other words, if there's something that's being sold outside of Quebec that you absolutely want to have a different norm, you're going to have to tell us, and then we will publish that on our (ministry of the) Economy website for transparency.' Article content Article content Many requirements that are considered not essential would be dropped once Bill 112 is in place. For instance, Transport Quebec currently has requirements that scooters should have reflectors be a specific colour, and be located both on the wheels and in the back. Article content 'That kind of thing creates a barrier. So, we can agree that the scooter needs to have certain safety measures … but certainly, the colour and the location of the reflectors is really not the dealbreaker. So, that's the kind of thing that would disappear,' said Skeete. Article content Article content Some things, however, will not change under Bill 112. A senior government official in Quebec said French language laws will continue to apply for goods, and that professional orders in Quebec could require the mastery of French to practice in the province. Article content Quebec also has more stringent consumer protection laws, which means that goods coming into the province are still subject to certain guarantees, warranties and other norms bound by Quebec's Office de la protection du consommateur, noted Skeete. Article content The example of the scooter made in another province would not be exempt from warranty obligations unique to Quebec nor would it be exempt from having instructions in French for how to handle the scooter if it were to be sold in the province, he said.
Calgary Herald
a day ago
- Automotive
- Calgary Herald
Why Quebec won't make a bilateral trade deal with Ontario
Article content An official in Ford's office, speaking on a not-for-attribution basis to discuss internal matters more freely, said they respect Quebec's wish to go solely the legislative route. Article content 'Certainly, we respect that process, and our door continues to remain open,' they said. Article content The official added each MOU does not need dedicated legislation to enact the terms set out between Ontario and each province or territory, but specific agreements could help with the free flow of direct alcohol sales to consumers, for instance. Article content Legault has a majority government in Quebec, which means that Bill 112 will almost certainly pass in the fall. But the bulk of the work on determining which goods should be excluded by regulation from internal trade will commence right after, said Skeete. Article content 'The clock starts when we pass the bill,' he said, adding that different departments inside the Quebec government will have about 12 months to get back to the government and give them a list of goods that they want to opt out of or want to exclude from internal trade. Article content Article content 'In other words, if there's something that's being sold outside of Quebec that you absolutely want to have a different norm, you're going to have to tell us, and then we will publish that on our (ministry of the) Economy website for transparency.' Article content Article content Many requirements that are considered not essential would be dropped once Bill 112 is in place. For instance, Transport Quebec currently has requirements that scooters should have reflectors be a specific colour, and be located both on the wheels and in the back. Article content 'That kind of thing creates a barrier. So, we can agree that the scooter needs to have certain safety measures … but certainly, the colour and the location of the reflectors is really not the dealbreaker. So, that's the kind of thing that would disappear,' said Skeete. Article content Article content Some things, however, will not change under Bill 112. A senior government official in Quebec said French language laws will continue to apply for goods, and that professional orders in Quebec could require the mastery of French to practice in the province. Article content Quebec also has more stringent consumer protection laws, which means that goods coming into the province are still subject to certain guarantees, warranties and other norms bound by Quebec's Office de la protection du consommateur, noted Skeete. Article content The example of the scooter made in another province would not be exempt from warranty obligations unique to Quebec nor would it be exempt from having instructions in French for how to handle the scooter if it were to be sold in the province, he said. Article content 'The way to do business in Quebec doesn't change just because you're importing things from other provinces now.' Article content
Ottawa Citizen
a day ago
- Automotive
- Ottawa Citizen
Why Quebec won't make a bilateral trade deal with Ontario
Article content An official in Ford's office, speaking on a not-for-attribution basis to discuss internal matters more freely, said they respect Quebec's wish to go solely the legislative route. Article content 'Certainly, we respect that process, and our door continues to remain open,' they said. Article content The official added each MOU does not need dedicated legislation to enact the terms set out between Ontario and each province or territory, but specific agreements could help with the free flow of direct alcohol sales to consumers, for instance. Article content Legault has a majority government in Quebec, which means that Bill 112 will almost certainly pass in the fall. But the bulk of the work on determining which goods should be excluded by regulation from internal trade will commence right after, said Skeete. Article content 'The clock starts when we pass the bill,' he said, adding that different departments inside the Quebec government will have about 12 months to get back to the government and give them a list of goods that they want to opt out of or want to exclude from internal trade. Article content Article content 'In other words, if there's something that's being sold outside of Quebec that you absolutely want to have a different norm, you're going to have to tell us, and then we will publish that on our (ministry of the) Economy website for transparency.' Article content Article content Many requirements that are considered not essential would be dropped once Bill 112 is in place. For instance, Transport Quebec currently has requirements that scooters should have reflectors be a specific colour, and be located both on the wheels and in the back. Article content 'That kind of thing creates a barrier. So, we can agree that the scooter needs to have certain safety measures … but certainly, the colour and the location of the reflectors is really not the dealbreaker. So, that's the kind of thing that would disappear,' said Skeete. Article content Article content Some things, however, will not change under Bill 112. A senior government official in Quebec said French language laws will continue to apply for goods, and that professional orders in Quebec could require the mastery of French to practice in the province. Article content Quebec also has more stringent consumer protection laws, which means that goods coming into the province are still subject to certain guarantees, warranties and other norms bound by Quebec's Office de la protection du consommateur, noted Skeete. Article content The example of the scooter made in another province would not be exempt from warranty obligations unique to Quebec nor would it be exempt from having instructions in French for how to handle the scooter if it were to be sold in the province, he said. Article content 'The way to do business in Quebec doesn't change just because you're importing things from other provinces now.' Article content
National Post
a day ago
- Business
- National Post
Why Quebec won't make a bilateral trade deal with Ontario
Article content An official in Ford's office, speaking on a not-for-attribution basis to discuss internal matters more freely, said they respect Quebec's wish to go solely the legislative route. Article content 'Certainly, we respect that process, and our door continues to remain open,' they said. Article content The official added each MOU does not need dedicated legislation to enact the terms set out between Ontario and each province or territory, but specific agreements could help with the free flow of direct alcohol sales to consumers, for instance. Article content Legault has a majority government in Quebec, which means that Bill 112 will almost certainly pass in the fall. But the bulk of the work on determining which goods should be excluded by regulation from internal trade will commence right after, said Skeete. Article content 'The clock starts when we pass the bill,' he said, adding that different departments inside the Quebec government will have about 12 months to get back to the government and give them a list of goods that they want to opt out of or want to exclude from internal trade. Article content 'In other words, if there's something that's being sold outside of Quebec that you absolutely want to have a different norm, you're going to have to tell us, and then we will publish that on our (ministry of the) Economy website for transparency.' Article content Many requirements that are considered not essential would be dropped once Bill 112 is in place. For instance, Transport Quebec currently has requirements that scooters should have reflectors be a specific colour, and be located both on the wheels and in the back. Article content 'That kind of thing creates a barrier. So, we can agree that the scooter needs to have certain safety measures … but certainly, the colour and the location of the reflectors is really not the dealbreaker. So, that's the kind of thing that would disappear,' said Skeete. Article content Some things, however, will not change under Bill 112. A senior government official in Quebec said French language laws will continue to apply for goods, and that professional orders in Quebec could require the mastery of French to practice in the province. Article content Article content Quebec also has more stringent consumer protection laws, which means that goods coming into the province are still subject to certain guarantees, warranties and other norms bound by Quebec's Office de la protection du consommateur, noted Skeete. Article content The example of the scooter made in another province would not be exempt from warranty obligations unique to Quebec nor would it be exempt from having instructions in French for how to handle the scooter if it were to be sold in the province, he said. Article content
Boston Globe
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Through Hyde Park skills camp, the likes of Boston College's Jaedn Skeete and Max Tucker savor the chance to give back
Now, with help from Owen McGowan (BC), Mekhi Dodd (BC), Jojo Uga (UAlbany), David Afogho (Bowling Green), JD Rayner (James Madison), Brandon Sullivan (Harvard), Merv Amazan (Sacred Heart), and many more, they took it upon themselves to inspire the next generation of talent at Reservation Road Park. Advertisement The Hyde Park to Catholic Memorial to Boston College pipeline is as robust as ever, and they know free and accessible events fortify the future for both their community and schools. 'It's something that I've been thinking about for a year now,' said Tucker, a junior defensive back. 'Seeing it come to fruition, and seeing these guys having fun, it's just amazing. I wouldn't ask for anything else. I'm just happy right now. Too happy.' Advertisement The first Boston Built Different Skillz Camp took place at Reservation Road Park in Hyde Park. Trevor Hass The full-circle nature felt like destiny for those involved, especially for Tucker and Skeete, who grew up two doors from each other in Hyde Park. Once Tucker's mother, Carleen, finally let him leave the porch, Skeete taught him how to ride a bike around the neighborhood. They played kickball, manhunt, and, of course, two-hand touch football in the street. Their friendship blossomed at elementary school, then with the Cowboys, as Hyde Park's dynamic D team booked back-to-back trips to Florida under coach Phil Wornum. Another coach along the way, Walter Egli, said while they certainly won a lot of games, that's not what he cherishes the most. He still admires his players' resilience and mental fortitude. 'It was about teaching these kids the game of football,' said Egli, who showed up to support his former players and reminisce about the glory days. 'Now I get to see them play college ball. It's unbelievable.' The Hyde Park players understood the odds were against them, but that never deterred them. If anything, they motivated them even more, because they knew their best friends would never settle for anything less than reaching their full potential. Tucker said these lifelong friends will likely be groomsmen at his wedding someday. The families still go out to dinner, and Traore's mother, Rose, still braids Carleen's hair. 'What really brought us together was our brotherhood,' said Traore, a sophomore defensive lineman. 'We were always around each other. We always did everything together. Us having a close bond and friendship, that's what made us play the way we played.' Mack Mahoney drew some inspiration from Boston College's Owen McGowan (left) at the first Boston Built Different Skillz Camp. Trevor Hass When McGowan was a senior at Catholic Memorial, he mentored a standout 2023 class as sophomores. With the Hyde Park Cowboys core, it captured Division 2 Super Bowls in 2021 and 2022 in dominant fashion. Advertisement Skeete, Tucker, and Catholic Memorial teammate Datrell Jones all committed to BC. Tucker's recruiting process had its challenges, as he considered UMass, Merrimack, and more, but didn't initially receive any Power Four offers. Tucker was close to commiting to Akron, but two days before signing day, then-BC head coach Jeff Hafley discovered him and offered him a spot. Eagles quarterbacks coach Jonathan DiBiaso, the son of Catholic Memorial coach John DiBiaso, has helped maximize the connection between the schools under Bill O'Brien. Dodd, a freshman running back, could be the next Boston-area star to make it big for the Eagles, with others likely to follow. Jonathan DiBiaso and BC strength and conditioning coach Craig Fitzgerald were in attendance Saturday, taking a back seat as their players morphed into coaches for the day. Skeete, Tucker, and McGowan will all be catalysts for a talented team hoping to build on last year's 7-6 campaign. McGowan is still a mentor, just like he was all those years ago. 'It's great to help out the Hyde Park guys,' said the redshirt senior linebacker. 'I've been with them a while, and I've watched them grow up from eighth grade to now.' Boston College junior wide receiver Jaedn Skeete signed 11-year-old Dorchester resident Tristan Callistro's shirt at the first Boston Built Different Skillz Camp. Trevor Hass When Tucker reached out to former Catholic Memorial assistant Kevin Mahoney about giving back to the community, Mahoney was thrilled and helped spearhead the operation. They hosted two hours of skills and drills for fifth through eighth graders, with the counselors showing just as much exuberance as the players on a highlight-reel touchdown or interception. Next up was a wide receiver vs. defensive back tournament — a battle Skeete and Tucker know quite well — for grades 9-12. Advertisement 'It's wonderful to see that they've taken it on themselves to realize how important it is to give back to a community that gave them so much,' Carleen Tucker said. The counselors hung around afterward and caught up with old friends who have become family. Not long after they were fantasizing about shining on a grand stage, they were proud to help kids like Callistro believe in the power of their dreams. 'It was amazing,' said Skeete. 'I think we should do this every year.' Trevor Hass can be reached at
