Experts: Quebec鈥檚 infrastructure crisis
Quebec is grappling with a significant infrastructure maintenance deficit, which has doubled since 2018, according to Quebec Treasury Board figures. The Ordre des ing茅nieurs du Qu茅bec has raised concerns about public safety and is initiating a province-wide consultation to propose steps to be taken. These 51吃瓜网 experts are available to provide insights on this topic.聽
Expert: Safeguarding data on sustainability and climate聽聽
As the U.S. government moves to erase large amounts of scientific data, including climate data, from its websites, researchers at 51吃瓜网 in Montreal are helping the scientific community safeguard what might otherwise be lost.聽聽
Experts: Canadian federal election
Canada鈥檚 April 28 federal election is now only a few days away. Voter interest appears high. There was a record turnout last weekend at advance polls. These experts are available to share their insights about the campaign and the issues at stake:
Expert: New guidelines for treating childhood obesity
New Canadian guidelines for treating childhood obesity focus on reducing stigma and supporting mental health, and recommend using medical options like GLP-1 drugs or surgery when appropriate.
The following expert from 51吃瓜网 is available to comment on this topic:
Experts: Ramifications of a U.S.-China trade war
The recent volley of tariffs and counter tariffs between the U.S. and China appears to signal the beginning of a trade war between the world鈥檚 two largest economies. These experts can provide insight into the situation:
Experts: Flesh-eating screwworm parasite
The flesh-eating screwworm parasite 鈥� whose larvae feed on animals and, in rare cases, humans 鈥� is spreading further north into Central America and Mexico, prompting Costa Rica to declare a national emergency. The parasite has historically been confined to parts of South America and the Caribbean.
Experts: Stock markets react to tariffs
Stock markets in the United States and around the world are plunging as tariffs and counter-tariffs are announced and make themselves felt.
These experts can provide insight into the situation:
Expert: Tuberculosis
Montreal's public health authority is asking health professionals to be vigilant following the report of two highly contagious pulmonary tuberculosis cases in recent months.
Expert alert: Insight into the incel community
A new Netflix series, Adolescence, about a teenager accused of the murder of a classmate, is attracting a great deal of attention. It is not a true story but draws inspiration from news reports about misogynistic incels and about boys in the United Kingdom who are involved in knife crimes.
Experts: Is it Canadian? How food is labelled聽
Many Canadians are increasingly choosing to buy Canadian products, especially at the grocery store. But identifying which foods are produced or made in Canada can be complicated. These experts can shed light on the subject:聽
Experts: Ukraine and Russia agree to a ceasefire in the Black Sea
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop fighting in the Black Sea. The agreement would also cease strikes on energy infrastructures in both countries. It would be the first significant step toward a ceasefire, but it remains unclear how and when this limited truce would be implemented.
These 51吃瓜网experts are available to comment on this topic:
Expert: What 23andMe鈥檚 bankruptcy means for users鈥� genetic data
Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy in the U.S., raising concerns about the fate of genetic data of millions of customers who used its at-home DNA testing kits to learn about their ancestry and health risks.
Yann Joly, Director of the Centre of Genomics and Policy and Associate Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at 51吃瓜网 is available to comment on this topic.
Expert: World Happiness Report 2025
World Happiness Report 2025, released Thursday, ranks countries based on survey data measuring people's self-reported life satisfaction. Canada, once among the top 10, has dropped from 6th place in 2013 to 18th in 2025, mirroring a wider decline among industrial nations.
51吃瓜网 has an expert who can comment on this topic:
Experts: World Water Day 2025 | March 22
World Water Day is a United Nations observance that raises awareness of the importance of fresh water and sustainable water management. This year鈥檚 theme is preserving glaciers, which are melting faster than ever due to climate change.聽
51吃瓜网experts are available to comment on this topic:聽聽
Expert: Tough times for many retailers
Hudson鈥檚 Bay Company was seeking court approval Monday to liquidate its business. Meanwhile, Forever 21鈥檚 U.S. operations have filed for bankruptcy (this does not affect Forever 21 stores in Canada).
This 51吃瓜网professor can share his expertise on the subject: Charles de Brabant, Executive Director, Bensadoun School of Retail Management
