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A student presented a petition to the Quebec National Assembly on June 10, 2026, urging safer traffic conditions around school zones after a near‑miss incident. The request, received by Assembly member Alexandre Masse, adds to ongoing concerns from families about congestion and child safety at school drop‑off and pickup points.
A Quebec civil servant, Christine Fréchette, was dismissed after warning that the province's battery industry expansion could expose public finances to risk, prompting an anti‑corruption investigation by UPAC.
IRIS estimates that a universal free‑contraception program in Quebec would cost $22 million annually and could cut unplanned pregnancies by about 25 percent, offering a measurable health benefit in a province without such a policy.
The Quebec Auditor General's June 10 report censures the province for inadequate planning and oversight of its battery industry, highlighting significant risk gaps. The audit urges the government to strengthen management and risk‑mitigation measures.
Quebec announced the reinstatement of the Programme de l’expérience québécoise for a two‑year period, with applications to be processed in phases starting July 2, 2026. The move restores the previously cancelled immigration pathway under Premier François Fréchette.
City General Manager Benoit Dagenais resigned on June 10, 2026, receiving a severance package exceeding one million dollars, and was succeeded by former deputy Alain Dufort as part of a senior‑management reshuffle by the Martinez Ferrada administration.
Montreal boroughs have shut public drinking fountains and are urging residents to install rain barrels to conserve water ahead of an expected heat wave and reduced water flow. The measures, supported by Eau Secours, aim to limit non‑essential consumption and protect the city’s water supply.
Canada’s transport minister said on June 10 that he will not guarantee a $90 billion cost cap for the Quebec‑Toronto high‑speed rail project proposed by Alto, leaving federal funding approval unresolved.
A pedestrian was injured in a hit‑and‑run on Wednesday night in downtown Montreal, prompting police investigation and highlighting concerns about road safety in the city’s busy core.
On June 11, 2026, the REM reduced train speeds during Montreal's morning rush hour, extending travel times for commuters. The temporary slowdown is part of routine adjustments to manage high demand on the city's regional light‑rail network.
A Quebec government employee was fired after reporting possible financial losses in the province’s developing battery industry, prompting the anti-corruption agency UPAC to launch an inquiry.
Justice Alexandre Pless halted Montreal’s attempt to clear a homeless tent encampment on June 11, citing constitutional rights to safety, security and dignity, and the ruling now guides the city’s homelessness policy.
Montreal student Alexandre Masse submitted a petition to the Quebec National Assembly on June 10, 2026, requesting safer traffic measures in school zones after a near‑miss incident while crossing the street.
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.
