ARTM Moves to Unify Adapted Transit in Greater Montreal
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STM rejects firearms for constables, hires ex‑police chief
The STM said it will not arm its constables and has hired former Sûreté du Québec chief Martin Prud'homme to tackle metro security concerns.
UBC Study Questions Reliability of Forensic Evidence
A UBC study suggests that common forensic methods may be less reliable than believed, challenging their usual presentation as conclusive evidence in courts.
Montreal municipal workers begin evening and weekend strike Oct. 19
Roughly 3,000 Montreal municipal employees will commence an evening and weekend strike on Oct. 19, following a one‑day walkout on March 30, 2026.
Police Probe Suspected Arson at Dollard-des-Ormeaux Restaurant
Police and firefighters are probing a suspected arson at a Dollard-des-Ormeaux restaurant fire that started around 2:30 a.m. on Oct. 5, 2026.
Scottish Volunteer Targets Digital Apathy in Montreal
Scottish volunteer Callum McCadden relocated to Montreal to learn French and provide free digital assistance, helping 28 individuals as part of a citywide effort to fight digital apathy.
STM investigates fatal track accident at Lionel‑Groulx station
The STM is investigating a fatal accident in which a man fell onto the tracks at Lionel‑Groulx station and was struck by a train.
Quebec Votes in Provincial Election on Oct. 5, 2026
Quebec voters cast ballots on Oct. 5, 2026, after early voting involved 1.6 million people and over a quarter of eligible voters, with 908 candidates seeking office for the next four‑year term.
Montreal Singer Sass Jordan Dies at 63
Sass Jordan, a Montreal‑raised Canadian singer known for her powerful vocals, died at age 63 on October 2, 2026.
Man in 30s Injured by Sharp Object Near Jean‑Talon Station
A man in his 30s was wounded by a sharp object during an assault near Jean‑Talon station on Sunday night, prompting a police response in Montreal's Villeray‑Saint‑Michel‑Parc‑Extension area.
Suspect in Montreal Murder Arrested in Mexico
A murder suspect from a Montreal case was arrested in Mexico, the third arrest since the investigation started in March 2025.
Monday Showers Give Way to Warmer Week in Montreal
Monday starts cloudy with a 60% chance of showers and strong west winds, then clears to a mix of sun and clouds with warmer temperatures later in the week.
Montreal Municipal Workers to Strike Evenings and Weekends Starting Oct. 19
Around 3,000 Montreal municipal workers will strike evenings and weekends starting October 19, after a one‑day strike on March 30.
STM Rejects Armed Constables, Names Ex-Police Chief to Lead Security
The STM decided not to arm its constables and hired former Sûreté du Québec chief Martin Prud’homme to oversee metro security improvements.
Green Line Service Restored After Hour-Long Shutdown
An emergency‑services intervention halted the green line for about an hour on Oct. 1, 2026, delaying commuters before service was restored later that morning.
Experts say screen‑time caps won’t curb risky social‑media use
Experts in Toronto say screen‑time limits are insufficient to address risky social‑media use among youth, calling it a public‑health issue amid sharply rising digital consumption.
Volunteer Fights Digital Apathy in Montreal
Scottish volunteer Callum McCadden moved to Montreal to learn French and give free help to strangers, tackling digital apathy, and has assisted 28 people so far.
Quebec Holds Provincial Election on Oct. 5
Quebecers are voting in a provincial election on October 5, 2026, to determine the province's future government.
Montreal Singer Sass Jordan Dies at 63
Sass Jordan, a Montreal-raised singer known for her powerful voice, died at 63 on October 2, 2026.
Data Centers and AI Projects Use Half Quebec's Power Requests
Data centers and AI projects represent about half of Quebec’s megawatt electricity requests, adding pressure to the province’s power grid as demand climbs.
