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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, 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.
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 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.
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.
STM announced that from 2031 the Green Line will run only older MR‑73 subway cars, which are reported to be 11 times less reliable than newer models.
Applications to contest or adjust rents in Quebec City have nearly tripled over five years, driven by larger rent hikes and a tighter rental market, according to housing advocates.
Five Montreal police officers arrived at Maisonneuve Elementary School courtyard on August 7, 2026, and forced three children playing soccer to leave, observed by neighbor Noam Arbaoui.
Quebec’s premier reaffirmed on August 7, 2026 that U.S. alcoholic drinks will stay off provincial liquor shelves, despite national discussions about easing the ban. The province will maintain the current restriction while Canada evaluates potential changes.
Statistics Canada reported that 75,000 new jobs lowered the national unemployment rate, while Quebec’s unemployment rate rose slightly, reflecting regional differences in the latest labour market data.
Actor Pierre‑Luc Brillant has been re‑nominated as the Parti Québécois candidate for Rosemont, returning to the riding he previously represented as the party prepares for the upcoming provincial election.
On August 9, 2026, 60% of Montreal and Laval paramedics voted to reject a tentative agreement negotiated last month with the Quebec government, prompting a return to negotiations.
Three separate road crashes across Quebec overnight on August 9, 2026 resulted in three deaths, with each incident being investigated individually.
A highway crash in the greater Quebec region on August 9, 2026 resulted in two deaths and one injury, prompting emergency response and an ongoing police investigation amid broader concerns about road safety in the province.
Quebec elected officials have created a land reserve on the 57‑year‑old Sanair racetrack in Saint‑Pie, paving the way for a potential new high school. The move secures the site for future educational development while preserving options for community input.
U.S. companies are releasing hundreds of thousands of mosquitoes as a biological control to suppress disease‑carrying Asian tiger mosquitoes, with monitoring by researchers from the University of Montreal.
An 80-year-old Cowansville woman was found on August 7, 2026, leading the Sûreté du Québec to end the Silver Alert that had been issued for her disappearance.
Morissette, a Quebec environmental group, launched a 16‑day shoreline cleanup of the St. Lawrence River in Montreal to remove pollution harming whales, turtles and other wildlife. The effort reflects local concerns over river contamination and its impact on marine animals.
Three separate incidents on August 7 swept from east to west across Montreal, leading police to investigate a possible organized‑crime link.
Statistics Canada reported that the national unemployment rate edged down after 75,000 jobs were created, while Quebec's unemployment rate rose modestly. The monthly data highlight a divergence between the national trend and the province.
