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Quebec police report that a Facebook account is sharing AI‑generated videos that mimic crime scenes, gathering millions of views and prompting concerns that the fabricated footage could disrupt investigations and distort public perception.
Maggie Flaherty has signed a new two‑year contract with Montreal’s community organization La Victoire, extending her role as defender and advocate through 2028.
The City of Montreal’s General Director is leaving his post on June 10, 2026, receiving a $1 million severance, as the administration of Soraya Martinez Ferrada begins the search for a replacement.
The Quebec Auditor General’s June 10 report criticizes the province’s lack of systematic planning for the battery industry and highlights safety and environmental risks, urging the government to create a coordinated strategy.
On June 10, 2026, Quebec reinstated the PEQ fast‑track immigration program for a two‑year period, allowing eligible temporary workers and international students to apply for permanent residency more quickly.
Montreal added Lachine to its vigilance list, prompting a city request for residents to cut water consumption as the municipality cannot shut off the supply. The appeal is part of broader efforts to manage water constraints across the city.
A coordinated multi‑agency raid on Thursday broke up a car‑theft network suspected of Hells Angels links, police said.
Montreal’s child‑welfare agency processed child‑protection reports at three times the provincial average in the 2025‑2026 fiscal year, indicating a significantly higher workload for the city’s regional office.
Dollarama reported sales up over 20% on June 11, 2026, despite slipping consumer confidence, and warned that a continued Iran war could force a revision of its sales outlook due to rising operating costs.
CF Montréal announced that head coach Philippe Eullaffray will remain in charge until the end of the 2026 MLS season, following his appointment in April after Marco Donadel’s departure.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Laval Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, announced on June 11, 2026.
Montreal will use drones this summer to monitor downtown construction sites, aiming to quickly identify completed or unauthorized work and reduce traffic congestion caused by ongoing projects.
Quebec announced on June 11, 2026 that 80 % of new vehicle sales must be electric by 2035, revising its previous target and setting a mandatory benchmark for the province’s auto market.
Justice Alexandre Pless halted a planned eviction of a Montreal homeless encampment on June 11, 2026, citing constitutional rights to safety, security and dignity.
Lachine residents were ordered to reduce drinking water use on June 11 after the borough was added to Montreal's water‑conservation vigilance list, as the city cannot shut off the water network. The directive is part of broader citywide efforts to promote water‑saving measures.
Montreal police and partner agencies conducted a coordinated raid on June 11, 2026, breaking up a vehicle‑theft ring suspected of Hells Angels ties, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat organized crime’s role in auto theft across Quebec.
Dollarama reported sales growth of over 20% despite falling consumer confidence, but warned that a continued Iran war could raise costs and lead to a revised outlook.
CF Montréal confirmed on June 11, 2026 that head coach Martin Eullaffroy, who took over in April after Marco Donadel’s exit, will stay in his position until the season ends, providing continuity for the team.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Montreal Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken, prompting staffing adjustments for both teams.
The City of Montreal will deploy drones this summer to monitor downtown construction projects, aiming to verify work compliance and reduce traffic disruptions. The initiative is part of a larger effort to incorporate aerial technology into urban development oversight.
