Montreal Braces for Road Closures Ahead of UCI Cycling Worlds
Montreal will see temporary road closures and traffic disruptions as it hosts the UCI Road World Championships, with city officials coordinating the restrictions to support the event.
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Police Launch Arson Probe After Car Burns in LaSalle
Police opened a suspected arson investigation after a vehicle was set ablaze in a private driveway on Leclerc Street near Miller Street in LaSalle around 1 a.m. Friday, with investigators gathering evidence and seeking information.
Montreal Police Investigate Third Arson Attack on North‑End Commercial Building
Montreal police are investigating a suspected arson at a north‑end commercial building on September 17, marking the third fire at the site in less than three weeks. The investigation involves evidence collection, surveillance review and cooperation with fire‑safety officials.
Two Arrested After Italian Team’s Race Bikes Stolen in Montreal
Montreal police arrested two suspects after they stole and attempted to sell two $27,000 race bikes belonging to an Italian cycling team, safeguarding the cyclists’ ability to compete in the upcoming UCI World Road Championships.
Montreal Proposes $2,000 Fines for Insulting Municipal Workers
Montreal city council is set to vote on a bylaw that would fine up to $2,000 anyone who intimidates, harasses, threatens, insults or behaves abusively toward municipal employees on duty. The measure seeks to protect city workers, including police officers, from harassment while performing their duties.
Montreal Police Ban Use of Hog‑Tie Restraint
Montreal police have prohibited the hog‑tie restraint after a coroner linked it to a man's death, citing the technique's contribution to the fatality. The ban follows longstanding criticism of the method and includes a review of force policies and training.
299 Park Workers to Strike Monday at Jean‑Drapeau
A one‑day strike by 299 CUPE park maintenance workers is set for Monday at Montreal’s Parc Jean‑Drapeau, following a Thursday announcement. The action occurs alongside plans for a separate seven‑day strike by other City of Montreal employees.
Montreal Gasoline Prices Rise to $2.07 per Litre
Montreal’s average gasoline price rose to $2.07 per litre on September 17, a 3.5% daily increase tied to global geopolitical tensions affecting oil markets.
Infant Discovered at Montreal Homeless Camp Raises Alarm
An infant was found in Montreal's Notre-Dame homeless camp on September 11, prompting the mayor to call on provincial leaders for action on the city's homelessness crisis.
Mayor Ferrada Considers Legal Steps to Combat Homelessness
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announced that Montreal will examine legal options to combat its growing homelessness crisis, initiating a review of municipal statutes and regulations.
Montreal‑Raised Israeli‑Canadian Convicted in Germany for Billion‑Dollar Fraud
A Montreal‑raised Israeli‑Canadian was convicted in Germany on September 17, 2026 for participating in a cross‑border investment fraud exceeding one billion dollars, involving multiple countries.
200+ Protesters Converge at Montreal AI Summit, Mila Institute Vandalized
Over 200 protesters gathered outside Montreal's Palais des congrès during an AI summit on September 16, 2026, and the Institut Mila was vandalized, prompting police monitoring of the event.
CAQ Leader Rejects $1 Billion Health IT Cost Estimate
Coalition Avenir Québec leader Christine Fréchette rejected a $1 billion cost estimate for Quebec's health‑care IT modernization, disputing the figure as the province proceeds with planning the project.
Montreal Police Refer One-Year-Old to Child Protection After Encampment Incident
Police referred a one‑year‑old found near the Notre‑Dame homeless encampment to Quebec’s child‑protection agency on September 17, 2026. The referral follows standard protocol after officers responded to a report at the downtown site.
Montreal Police Halt Use of Hog‑Tie Restraint
Montreal Police Service has ordered an immediate stop to the hog‑tie restraint after a Quebec coroner determined it likely contributed to a man's death, reflecting mounting criticism of the technique.
Montreal Police Appeal for Help Finding Missing 15‑Year‑Old
Montreal police are seeking public assistance to locate a 15‑year‑old girl who disappeared in late August 2026, after several weeks of no contact. The citywide appeal urges anyone with information to contact authorities promptly.
Montreal Volunteers Rescue Over 5,000 kg of Urban Fruit Annually
Volunteer group Les Fruits Défendus collects over 5,000 kg of fruit and nuts each year from Montreal’s city trees, redistributing the produce to prevent waste and support the community.
Montreal Police Investigate Third Arson at North‑End Commercial Building
Montreal police are investigating a suspected arson at a north‑end commercial building, the third such incident at the site in under three weeks. Detectives are collecting evidence and reviewing surveillance to determine responsibility.
NL Legislature Approves Multi‑Billion‑Dollar Energy Deal with Hydro‑Québec
Newfoundland and Labrador legislators narrowly approved a multi‑billion‑dollar framework with Hydro‑Québec on September 17, enabling the export of Labrador hydroelectric power to Quebec’s grid.
Quebec's Parti Populaire Stripped of Official Status
On September 17, 2026, Quebec's Directorate General of Electoral Affairs revoked the Parti populaire du Québec's registration, ending the party's activities after internal conflicts were cited as a factor. The loss of official status bars the party from running candidates and receiving public funding.
