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2520 storiesnewest firstlatest June 12, 2026page 122 of 126
UPAC is investigating alleged confidential data leaks from Quebec's Economy Ministry after the ministry requested the probe, while opposition parties claim the Fréchette government may be using the inquiry to target political rivals.
Quebec’s projected deficit for 2025‑26 has been lowered to $7.2 billion from an earlier $13.6 billion estimate, according to a new financial report.
Lachine entered a water‑conservation alert on June 11, urging households to cut potable‑water use as Montreal’s system faces strain. The precaution aims to avoid shutdowns while the city monitors consumption across the borough.
Montreal police and partner agencies dismantled an auto‑theft ring on June 11, 2026, believed to be linked to the Hells Angels, aiming to curb the biker group’s organized‑crime activities in Quebec.
A 35‑year‑old woman was hit by a vehicle while crossing St‑Laurent Boulevard in downtown Montreal on June 11, leading to a hit‑and‑run investigation and temporary closure of St‑Laurent and René‑Lévesque Boulevards.
CF Montréal confirmed that head coach Patrice Eullaffroy, who took over in April after Marco Donadel's departure, will stay in his role until the season ends.
Pascal Vincent left his role as Laval Rocket head coach after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, with both clubs confirming the change on June 11, 2026.
A 28-year-old male driver was arrested after a police chase on Montreal's outskirts following reports of dangerous, impaired driving, and now faces multiple charges.
Montreal added Lachine to its water‑use vigilance list on June 11, 2026, asking residents to cut consumption because the city cannot shut off the water supply. The request is part of a city‑wide effort to manage water demand amid tighter supplies.
Montreal police and partner agencies disrupted a vehicle‑theft ring on June 11, citing suspected ties to the Hells Angels, in an effort to combat a persistent auto‑theft problem in Quebec.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Montreal Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, with the change announced on June 11, 2026.
Montreal will use drones this summer to monitor downtown construction projects, aiming to verify compliance and ease traffic congestion as part of a new municipal oversight strategy.
CF Montréal confirmed on June 11 that coach Martin Eullaffroy, who took over in April after Marco Donadel, will stay in his role through the end of the season.
On June 11, 2026, Quebec's government enacted a ban preventing retailers from selling energy drinks to anyone under 16, requiring age verification for all such sales.
Quebec’s latest financial report cuts the projected 2025‑26 deficit to $7.2 billion, down from the earlier $13.6 billion estimate.
Quebec has lowered its electric‑vehicle sales goal to 80% of new vehicle sales by 2035, scaling back from a previously higher target announced on June 11, 2026.
Justice Alexandre Pless halted a Montreal homeless encampment eviction on June 11, 2026, citing constitutional rights to safety, security and dignity. The ruling emphasizes the legal duty to protect the rights of people experiencing homelessness.
The 37th Francos de Montréal festival, running June 12–20, 2026, will feature ten free concerts across the city, expanding access to its annual celebration of francophone music.
Montreal will host the UCI world road cycling championships from September 20‑27, 2026, with the event slated to begin in about 100 days, bringing a week of elite racing to the city.
Montreal has started a public consultation to redesign Avenue du Parc after 13 deaths in 13 years, aiming to lower the street’s high danger level.
