Quebec Parties Launch Pre‑Campaign Ads Ahead of Election
The CAQ and PQ released pre‑campaign ads on August 10, 2026, emphasizing the economy and a bid to win back voters, respectively, as Quebec’s provincial election draws near.
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Montreal Man Arrested for Threatening Prime Minister
A 51-year-old Montreal resident was arrested on August 10, 2026 by the RCMP for allegedly threatening Prime Minister Mark Carney's life, facing a federal charge for the offense.
Protesters Oppose Tennis Canada's Jarry Park Revamp Plans
Protesters gathered at Montreal’s Jarry Park on August 10, 2026, to oppose Tennis Canada’s plan to fully revamp the site, including the IGA Stadium. Tennis Canada says the upgrades are necessary to meet rising professional tour standards.
Quebec Liberal Party Names Sébastien Daoust Candidate for Blainville
The Quebec Liberal Party named Sébastien Daoust, a former business professional turned wine entrepreneur, as its candidate for the Blainville riding on August 11, 2026, ahead of the upcoming provincial election.
Port of Quebec Takes Lead on Container Terminal Environmental Review
The Port of Quebec will conduct the environmental assessment for a planned container terminal after the federal Impact Assessment Agency declined to do so, ensuring the project proceeds under regulatory guidelines.
Toddler Survives Car‑Stroller Collision in Montreal
A vehicle struck a stroller in Saint‑Laurent on August 6, injuring a 20‑month‑old child who later survived after hospital treatment. Police are investigating the crash amid ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in Montreal.
PQ candidate Pierre-Luc Brillant to run again in Rosemont
Pierre-Luc Brillant will again stand as the Parti Québécois candidate in Montreal’s Rosemont riding, after finishing third in the 2022 election behind Québec solidaire and the CAQ.
Nighttime gunfire reported in Rivière-des-Prairies and Saint-Michel
Montreal police are investigating nighttime gunfire reported on August 7 in Rivière-des-Prairies and Saint-Michel, with no arrests made so far.
Police Remove Three Children from Schoolyard Soccer Game
On August 7, 2026, five Montreal police officers arrived in two patrol cars at Maisonneuve elementary school and removed three children from a soccer game, wearing tactical gear. Witness Noam Arbaoui confirmed the orderly removal, though no reason was given.
Researchers Confirm Tornado Struck Repentigny on Aug. 2
Researchers have confirmed that a tornado struck Repentigny, Quebec on August 2, causing damage to trees and buildings. The verification follows an earlier storm that was later identified as a tornado, highlighting the event’s impact on the Montreal suburb.
Saint‑Pie Council Sets Aside Racetrack Land for Potential High School
Saint‑Pie officials voted to reserve part of the 57‑year‑old Sanair racetrack for a potential new high school, marking a step in ongoing discussions about the site’s future use.
Journalist Jean‑François Cloutier Joins PQ Race in Montarville
Journalist Jean‑François Cloutier of the Journal de Montréal has been named the Parti Québécois candidate for the Montarville riding on the South Shore of Montreal. The PQ confirmed his candidacy on August 7, 2026, as the party prepares for the upcoming provincial election.
STM Plans Green Line to Run Only MR‑73 Cars by 2031
The STM will operate the Green Line exclusively with older MR‑73 subway cars starting in 2031, noting the cars are eleven times less reliable than newer wagons.
Canada unemployment falls as 75,000 jobs added, Quebec up slightly
Canada's unemployment rate fell slightly in August 2026 after 75,000 jobs were added, while Quebec saw a modest rise in its unemployment rate. The disparity highlights uneven benefits of recent job growth across the country.
Quebec Premier Reaffirms Ban on U.S. Alcohol in Provincial Stores
Quebec’s Premier confirmed that U.S. alcoholic drinks will remain off provincial liquor store shelves, emphasizing that any change to the national ban must be decided by the province alone.
U.S. Firms Release Hundreds of Thousands of Mosquitoes in Montreal
U.S. firms are releasing hundreds of thousands of mosquitoes in Montreal to curb the invasive Asian tiger mosquito that spreads dengue, chikungunya and Zika, with researchers monitoring the effort's impact on disease control.
Morissette Group Begins 16-Day St. Lawrence River Cleanup
Morissette, a Quebec environmental group, launched a 16‑day shoreline cleanup of the St. Lawrence River in Montreal to remove pollution threatening whales, turtles and other wildlife.
PQ's Pierre-Luc Brillant Announces Repeat Run in Rosemont
Pierre-Luc Brillant will run again as the Parti Québécois candidate in Rosemont, after finishing third in the 2022 election behind Québec solidaire and the CAQ. The upcoming campaign will see him contest the seat once more against those same parties.
Researchers Confirm Tornado Hit Repentigny on August 2
Researchers have confirmed that a tornado struck Repentigny on August 2, damaging trees and buildings. The finding is based on radar data and damage analysis, highlighting the rarity of such events in the Montreal area.
Journalist Jean‑François Cloutier Announces PQ Candidacy in Montarville
Jean‑François Cloutier, a journalist with the Journal de Montréal, announced on August 7, 2026 that he will run as the Parti Québécois candidate in the Montarville riding on Montreal's South Shore. The Parti Québécois confirmed his nomination as it prepares for the upcoming provincial election.
