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U.S. firms are releasing hundreds of thousands of mosquitoes in Montreal to biologically control Asian tiger mosquitoes and reduce the spread of dengue, chikungunya and Zika, with oversight from University of Montreal researchers.
Quebec Premier confirmed that American alcoholic drinks will remain absent from the province's government‑run liquor stores, noting that any change is a provincial decision despite Canada’s broader review of the U.S. alcohol ban.
A small island between Montreal and Laval has been listed for $50,000 by Sacha De Santis on August 7, 2026, offering a rare and affordable waterfront property in the region.
Researchers confirmed that a tornado struck Repentigny, Quebec, on August 2, damaging trees and buildings, an uncommon event for the area. The verification adds a rare tornado instance to the region's weather record.
Quebec's viral duo Angine de Poitrine has selected several local musicians to join them on a U.S. tour, expanding their national profile and showcasing provincial talent abroad.
Quebec emergency departments saw no typical summer decline in patient numbers in 2026, forcing physicians to abandon traditional staffing and treatment methods amid sustained high workloads.
Quebec will not add new e‑scooter regulations despite health professionals reporting a rise in serious child injuries. Officials say existing rules suffice while monitoring safety trends.
Quebec and Ontario police are jointly investigating a property in Sainte-Julie where dozens of stolen vehicles and aluminum ingots were found, marking a coordinated inter‑provincial effort to address the thefts.
Quebec will have moonless skies on August 6, providing dark conditions for the 2026 Perseids meteor shower. The lack of lunar illumination is expected to improve visibility across the province.
Quebec provincial police located a 15‑year‑old girl reported missing earlier in the week in Saint‑Hyacinthe, confirming she is safe and unharmed. The search involved coordinated efforts by provincial and municipal officers, and the teenager was reunited with her family on August 5.
Quebec travelers from Centre-du-Été and Estrie are stranded in Mexico after WestJet halted flights due to a labor dispute, leaving them unable to return home.
July 2026 in Quebec featured multiple tornadoes, unusually large hail and brief heat spikes, contrasting with generally normal monthly temperatures. The severe incidents caused localized damage and prompted emergency and health advisories.
Michel Leblanc was confirmed as the Quebec Liberal Party’s candidate in Montreal on August 5, 2026, as the party finalizes its lineup for the October 5 provincial election.
The Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal has asked Quebec to fund a project that will map flood‑prone buildings, citing a rise in severe rainstorms and related flooding across the city.
Director Jacob Tierney asked fans to stay away from filming sites in Montreal and Toronto as Season 2 of Heated Rivalry began production on August 5, 2026, to allow uninterrupted shooting.
Historian Geneviève Pronovost explained that Montreal’s Beaubien Street was named to honor a notable historical figure, linking the busy thoroughfare to the city’s heritage.
Maxime Bergeron of La Presse Montréal walked Notre-Dame East in summer 2026 to assess its condition and discuss future revitalization, launching a series on the street’s stalled projects and outlook.
Quebec cultural heritage officials have added the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games to the province's heritage registry on the 50th anniversary of the event, which was viewed by roughly one billion people worldwide.
ÎleSoniq’s new rule allowing only transparent bags for the August 7‑9 festival sparked criticism from attendees, who say it limits personal items and adds inconvenience. Organizers introduced the measure to streamline security for the event’s large crowds.
Weather services have issued a minimal thunderstorm outlook for southern Quebec on Thursday, indicating a low chance of severe storms but a small possibility of isolated showers.
