
Charlotte Lepage
Journalist
Charlotte Lepage is a journalist from Gatineau, Que. She'll cover just about anything but has a keen interest in transit, infrastructure and environmental stories.
Latest from Charlotte Lepage

How an oversaturated tattoo market is hurting some professional Montreal artists
An influx of new artists coupled with rising costs are hurting some professional tattoo businesses in Montreal. While artists are adapting to the market, others are reconsidering their future in the profession.
Canada -Montreal |

Hydro-Québec using AI to reduce power outages caused by trees
Hydro-Québec is using new technologies, like artificial intelligence and LiDAR, to prevent power outages caused by tree branches before they happen.
Canada -Montreal |
U.S. science funding uncertainty reshapes grad school choices for Canadians
Thousands of Canadians go to the U.S. for graduate school every year. Now, uncertainty around science funding — from cuts and freezes announced by the Trump administration — mean some U.S. universities are cutting back on admissions.
Science |

Millions of seahorses worth $29M smuggled illegally, study finds
A Canadian-led study found nearly 300 instances of seahorse smuggling in 62 countries over a decade — and researchers say the findings highlight only part of the true scale of the illegal trade.
Science |

An AI bot might be asking the questions at your next job interview
While some companies are turning to artificial intelligence to streamline their recruitment processes, some job candidates are concerned about how they’re being evaluated and losing the chance to connect with recruiters.
Business |

Plastic mulch extends Quebec's growing season. Some residents worry it's polluting the region
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean farmers are in disagreement with some of their neighbours over the future of plastic mulch in the region. This comes after a study found potential health harms that can come with its use.
Canada -Montreal |