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A 64‑year‑old Quebec man received North America’s first regenerated liver transplant, a procedure that could soon supply dozens of additional organs and help ease the region’s persistent liver donor shortage.
Canadiana Village in Quebec reopened to the public on August 13, 2026 after thirty years of primarily serving as a film set. The owners aim to preserve its 19th‑century buildings and antiques while providing a modern experience for tourists and independent filmmakers.
Fabre metro station's main entrance on the Blue Line will remain closed for major construction until winter 2028, as part of extensive upgrades to the line.
A Flock license‑plate camera was spotted in Montreal on August 12, 2026, but city officials and the SPVM said they did not install it. The incident adds to ongoing discussions about the use and oversight of traffic‑monitoring technology.
Residents and property managers in Montreal’s Chinatown report heightened safety worries as homeless and drug‑using individuals gather near homes and businesses, prompting the city to coordinate a response with community groups.
SPCA of Montreal constables began daily patrols on August 11, 2026, to investigate and intervene in animal‑cruelty cases, using their seizure powers to rescue mistreated animals across the city.
An influencer is being sued for posting a viral, staged video of a fake zip‑line crash at Montreal’s Old Port, prompting legal action over the misleading content.
Evenko has relaxed its bag restrictions for Parc Jean‑Drapeau events, allowing certain non‑transparent bags that meet size limits, including at the upcoming LASSO festival. The change follows an earlier policy that permitted only clear bags at ÎleSoniq and other park events.
Montreal opened its first skatepark in the West Island on 11 August 2026, located in Pierrefonds‑Roxboro’s À‑Ma‑Baie neighbourhood as part of a municipal plan to expand youth resources after years of community demand.
A Quebec lawyer filed a legal challenge on August 11, 2026, contesting the 2022 law that ended the mandatory oath of allegiance to the king, raising questions about its constitutional compatibility.
A cat in Saint‑Anicet was confirmed as the second rabid feline this summer, leading Santé Québec to treat three people who handled it, amid a rise in wildlife rabies cases across Quebec.
Ashton opened its first Montreal restaurant inside Complexe Desjardins on August 11, 2026, with marketing director Vincent White noting the brand’s differentiation from rivals and hinting at future expansion in the province.
Twenty‑one firms have submitted proposals to the Quebec government for a third crossing between Quebec City and Lévis, initiating the review phase for a new St. Lawrence River link.
Quebec is tightening its bottle deposit refund rules to ease long lines at collection sites, a move that may restrict Ontario residents from redeeming containers in the province.
On August 11, 2026, Montreal SPCA special constables and investigators conducted citywide patrols and emergency interventions to rescue abused animals, using their seizure powers to enforce animal‑welfare laws.
A Flock automatic license‑plate‑reading camera was observed in Montreal on August 12, 2026, and both the city and police denied installing it. Officials offered no further comment, leaving the device’s purpose unclear.
A sinkhole discovered beneath Highway 40 near Saint‑Cuthbert forced officials to close the westbound lanes on August 12, 2026, prompting detours and a safety assessment of the roadway.
ASSAM, a Montreal nonprofit for visually impaired athletes, now offers guided cycling, urban walking, kayaking and cross‑country skiing to promote active participation and independence.
The main entrance of Fabre metro station on Montreal’s Blue line will remain shut until winter 2028 due to extensive construction, adding to existing disruptions on the line.
A rare celestial phenomenon will be visible across Quebec on the night of August 12, 2026, an event astronomers say occurs only occasionally in the province.
