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Montreal will close four streets around the Mount Royal circuit from September 23 to 27, 2026, to facilitate the World Cycling Championships, with alternative routes and signage provided for residents and commuters.
Montreal’s mayor announced the city will not allow further encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s expansion, aiming to protect the park’s public space.
Police confirmed a woman was killed in downtown Montreal, bringing the city's homicide count to 19 for 2026.
Quebec players can win a $60 million jackpot, six $1 million Maxmillions, and 60 $100,000 prizes in the Lotto Max draw on September 25, 2026, with an estimated $66 million total prize pool.
BIG’s crackdown on unauthorized subcontractors in Montreal’s waste‑collection sector uncovered widespread illegal labor, prompting enforcement actions to protect workers and enforce legal hiring standards.
Mayor Valérie Plante blamed the previous administration for failing to act on homelessness and dismissed Projet Montréal's criticism, noting the issue’s rise and the need for new city initiatives.
Angine de Poitrine, a duo from Quebec, won the 2026 Polaris Music Prize in Saguenay on September 22, 2026, highlighting the award’s focus on artistic merit over sales.
Montreal asked the Quebec government on September 22, 2026 to take charge of odor complaints from the Sanimax plant, which has operated since 1957. The city seeks provincial intervention to address resident concerns about persistent unpleasant smells.
Quebec’s party leaders will hold their third and final televised debate in Montreal on the evening of September 23, 2026, marking the conclusion of the provincial election campaign.
President Trump announced that the United States will keep importing Canadian potash but is seeking a lower price. The move highlights the ongoing trade relationship and the importance of potash for American agriculture.
Montreal police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman in her 40s who was found unconscious during a wellness‑check call on René‑Lévesque Boulevard on September 22, 2026. The investigation remains ongoing with no arrests or suspects announced.
Montreal City Council voted 35‑25 to adopt a bylaw banning insults toward municipal employees, aiming to curb verbal abuse and promote respectful interactions.
Transport Quebec will close the southbound lane of Highway 15’s service road between the Samuel De Champlain Bridge and Tessier Street each night from Sept 28 to Oct 7, 2026, to repave the roadway.
Montreal has asked Quebec to take charge of odor complaints at the Sanimax plant, which has processed pork and chicken carcasses since 1957, after residents reported persistent unpleasant smells.
Montreal and the blue‑collar workers' union reached a tentative collective agreement on September 21, cancelling a strike set for September 22‑28. The deal prevents a weeklong disruption of municipal services.
A diesel spill on Tuesday morning shut the Highway 13 northbound ramp and caused a backup on Highway 20 westbound in Montreal, disrupting commuter traffic while crews worked to clean the site.
Montreal’s mayor announced on September 21, 2026 that the city will not allow Tennis Canada to expand its facilities in Jarry Park, citing preservation of the park’s current use and adherence to planning policies.
Four borough mayors asked Quebec officials on September 21 to restart the unfinished Lachine tramway, aiming to bring a new transit line to southwest Montreal.
The Bureau of the Inspector General of Montreal launched a major crackdown on illegal labor in the city's waste‑collection sector, citing safety risks and widespread use of undocumented workers. The action includes inspections, citations, and contract suspensions to enforce labor and safety regulations.
Montreal has asked Quebec to assume responsibility for handling odor complaints from the Sanimax plant, which has processed pork and chicken waste since 1957 and is a source of unpleasant smells for nearby residents.
