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A 71-year‑old homeless man classified as an absolute priority was denied emergency shelter in north Montreal and died after being struck by a car while lying on the road. The incident underscores persistent gaps in the city’s ability to provide safe housing for its most vulnerable residents.
Montreal will close streets around the Mount Royal circuit on September 25, 2026, for the U23 women’s race from 6 a.m. to noon and the subsequent junior men’s race, as part of day six of the Cycling World Championships.
Observers in Montreal have recorded squirrels with different coat colors in various neighborhoods, linking the variations to local environmental conditions. The findings illustrate how urban habitats shape wildlife characteristics across the city.
A Quebec City elementary school mistakenly emailed personal data of nearly 300 students, prompting a review of privacy practices and staff training in schools.
Villeray merchants are campaigning for a permanent pedestrian zone on Rue Villeray after a successful summer pilot that temporarily closed the street to cars, citing improved business conditions and positive community response.
Quebec named former IT specialist Catherine Desgagnés‑Belzil as an independent advisor for the SIFA project, a program aimed at modernizing the province’s information‑technology systems.
Santé publique du Québec has accused the City of Montreal of under‑estimating health risks in its Pierre‑Bédard sponge park, which will treat combined stormwater and wastewater, calling for a more thorough risk assessment.
St. Mary's Hospital in Montreal has launched a $16.3 million renovation of its emergency department in September 2026 to improve facilities for the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Glace community.
Montreal’s mayor and city council approved a regulation on September 21 that bans insulting language toward municipal officials and police officers, aiming to reduce disrespect toward public servants.
Villeray Street merchants are asking Montreal to extend the successful summer pedestrian zone, citing increased foot traffic and a positive shopping environment.
A man and a woman were shot in a double attempted murder in Montreal's Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles on September 24, 2026, and are receiving medical care while police investigate the case.
Montreal will close numerous streets to vehicles on Friday, September 25, 2026, to accommodate the World Cycling Championships. The temporary closures are required to keep race routes clear and ensure safety during the international event.
Elections Quebec has mailed bilingual voter cards to residents, with delivery expected next week, as part of preparations for an upcoming provincial election.
Public health officials have warned that Montreal underestimated the health risks of mixing stormwater and sewage in the Pierre‑Bédard sponge park, a key element of the city’s green‑infrastructure plan.
St. Mary's Hospital in Montreal has started a $16.3 million renovation of its emergency department in 2026 to modernise facilities and improve care for local residents. The upgrade focuses on expanding triage, updating equipment and enhancing patient flow while keeping the department operational.
Montreal city council approved a regulation on September 21, 2026, that bans insults toward municipal officials and police, aiming to reduce disrespect toward public servants.
A Quebec‑sold Lotto 6/49 ticket matched the September 23 numbers and claimed the $5 million Classic Jackpot, while the next draw’s Gold Ball Jackpot is set to rise to $12 million.
Squirrels in Montreal display different fur colors across neighborhoods, reflecting the influence of local micro‑environments on wildlife traits. The observation highlights how the city’s varied habitats shape the appearance of its animal residents.
Montreal’s mayor confirmed on September 21 that the city will not allow any further encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s expansion, maintaining the park’s current public footprint.
The City of Montreal and the Montreal Blue‑Collar Union reached a principle agreement on September 22, 2026, to renew their collective contract, leading to the suspension of a planned strike. The tentative deal covers core terms and will be reviewed before final ratification.
