Federal Leaders Condemn Murder of Montreal Woman on Zoom
Federal leaders, including the Prime Minister, denounced the killing of a Montreal woman who died during a work Zoom call.
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Mayor denies further encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada
The mayor said Montreal will not allow any new encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s expansion plans. The comment follows inquiries about the organization’s proposed enlargement of its training centre.
Historic Montreal Church Faces Multi‑Million Dollar Repair Funding Gap
St. James United Church is looking for funding to meet multi‑million‑dollar repair costs, as rising upkeep has created a cash shortfall for the historic downtown parish.
Quebec Starts Advance Voting Ahead of Oct. 5 Election
Advance voting began across Quebec on September 27, 2026, with polls open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. as part of a two‑day pre‑election period before the Oct. 5 provincial vote.
Man Stabbed in Downtown Montreal Stabilized, Suspects Flee
An unidentified man stabbed in downtown Montreal on September 26 is now stable, while suspects aged 25 to 30 fled before police could intervene.
Helicopter crash near Montreal kills four
A helicopter crash in Sainte‑Brigide‑d’Iberville on September 26, 2026, killed four people.
Weekend disruptions hit Montreal UCI Road World Championships
The UCI Road World Championships in Montreal and Montérégie face weekend disruptions on September 26-27, 2026, while races continue through Sunday.
Mayor Plante apologises for flippant police comment
Mayor Valérie Plante apologized for a flippant comment about the police made at a council meeting, calling it poorly expressed and retracting it after criticism.
Bureaucratic delays hold up Montreal's $16 million sponge park opening
Bureaucratic setbacks are blocking the full launch of Montreal’s $16 million Pierre‑Bédard sponge park, raising fears that flood water could mix with the sewer system and cause contamination.
Five First‑Time Candidates Launch Quebec Election Campaigns
Five first‑time candidates began campaigning for the 2026 Quebec provincial election, citing a desire to represent their communities despite personal sacrifices.
Mayor Rules Out Further Jarry Park Encroachment
The mayor declared that Montreal will not allow further encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s expansion, responding to concerns about the project's land use.
Montreal and Blue‑Collar Union Reach Deal, Strike Called Off
On September 21, 2026 the city and the blue‑collar union reached a principle agreement to renew their contract, cancelling the strike planned for September 22.
CSIS Contacted Over U.S. Election Interference Claims
CSIS was contacted about U.S. interference allegations in the Quebec election, and party leaders demanded transparency as the vote nears its conclusion.
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured After Collision in Montreal
A 47-year-old motorcyclist suffered serious injuries after a vehicle collision in Montreal's Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve district on September 26, 2026.
Montreal scientists examine black squirrels for urban evolution
Researchers in Montreal are studying black squirrels to see how the city's varied habitats influence their evolution.
Advance Voting Begins in Quebec Ahead of Oct. 5 Election
Quebec’s advance voting opened on September 27‑28, 2026, letting voters cast ballots from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ahead of the Oct. 5 provincial election.
Man Convicted of Prison‑Based Human Trafficking
A Quebec man was found guilty in Manitoba of multiple offenses, including human trafficking and obstruction of justice, after using prison phone calls to coordinate the crime.
24-Year-Old Man Hospitalized After Attempted Murder in Downtown Montreal
A 24-year-old man suffered serious injuries in an attempted murder on downtown Montreal streets early Saturday, and police reported the suspects fled before they arrived.
Montreal Fashion Week Kicks Off Sixth Edition Highlighting Quebec Designers
Montreal Fashion Week launched its sixth edition, offering runway shows, collection launches and talks to highlight Quebec designers, makers and trendsetters.
Delays Halt Full Opening of Montreal’s $16 Million Sponge Park
Administrative delays are stopping the complete launch of Pierre‑Bédard sponge park, prompting contamination worries as flood water may mix with sewer water.
