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Québecor divisions in Quebec have begun installing heat sensors under desks to monitor occupancy and enhance hybrid workspace utilization, reflecting a broader move by employers toward sensor‑based office management.
West Island residents are demanding action after a June 2026 storm delivered 150 mm of rain, causing repeated floods and prompting criticism of limited responses from Environment Canada.
Montreal police are seeking public assistance to identify a male suspect in his forties linked to a May 2026 stabbing in Rivière‑des‑Prairies‑Pointe‑aux‑Trembles, where a victim of the same age survived. The investigation remains open with no motive disclosed.
Denis Shapovalov withdrew in the third set of his Montreal match against Zachary Svajda, while Chan advanced to a point where another upset is possible.
Gabriel Diallo won his first ATP tour match at the National Bank Open in Montreal on August 4, 2026, advancing to the second round of the tournament held at Stade IGA.
Former Montreal Chamber of Commerce president Michel Leblanc announced his candidacy for the Parti libéral du Québec, citing inspiration from party leader Charles Milliard. His move adds a business background to the provincial Liberal lineup.
A Quebec Superior Court judge temporarily reinstated Air Liaison as an authorized carrier in the Regional Air Access Program on August 4, 2026, pending a final decision on government allegations of false declarations.
A Montreal judge barred a small assistance pony from the courtroom, delaying a hearing and sparking debate over assistance animal policies in Canadian courts.
Maxime Bergeron of La Presse walked Notre‑Dame East in summer 2026 to assess its condition after repeated, unfulfilled revitalization plans, offering a snapshot of the street’s current state and its prospects for future renewal.
Tennis Canada revealed plans to add a retractable roof to Montreal's IGA Stadium, aiming to provide a covered, weather‑proof venue for the National Bank Open. The renovation is part of a broader effort to modernise the tournament's primary facility.
A 61-year-old man is in critical condition after his car hit a tree in Pointe‑Claire on Tuesday, prompting a medical response and an ongoing investigation.
A powerful storm on August 2, 2026 brought intense rain, strong winds and a possible tornado warning to southern Quebec, frightening residents and highlighting the rarity of such events in the region.
Residents of Pierrefonds‑Roxboro protested on August 3, 2026, demanding clear answers from Montreal officials about the city’s response to repeated flooding that has plagued the area in recent years.
The Ville-Marie borough announced a plan to revitalize Montreal’s Chinatown by deploying a cleaning crew and forming a local alliance, responding to recent economic and physical decline in the area.
ÎleSoniq festival organizers announced a last‑minute rule allowing only transparent bags, prompting online criticism from attendees. The backlash highlights concerns over the abrupt change for the major Montreal summer event.
Montreal’s metropolitan community asked Quebec for help creating a map of flood‑prone buildings on August 4, 2026, citing rising heavy‑rain floods and the need for better risk assessment.
A Quebec Superior Court judge temporarily reinstated Air Liaison as a carrier in the province’s subsidized Regional Air Access Program after the government revoked its status over alleged false declarations. The order preserves the airline’s participation while the legal dispute proceeds.
Montreal police have released suspect photos in an attempted murder case involving a 49-year-old man injured by a sharp object, seeking public assistance to identify the individual.
On August 4, 2026, Quebec police called on the Canadian Armed Forces to safely dispose of a suspected grenade found at a Montérégie campground, continuing a pattern of police‑military cooperation on explosive threats in the area.
Jack Draper was eliminated in his first match at the National Bank Open in Montreal on August 4, 2026, as he continues to grapple with lingering physical problems following a period away from competition.
