Hundreds Demand Closure of Montreal Shelter
Between 200 and 300 protesters gathered on September 15 outside the Maison Benoît Labre shelter in Montreal's Sud-Ouest borough, demanding its closure due to its supervised injection site.
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LoiZéro Secures Over $300 Million at Montreal AI Summit
LoiZéro secured financing of more than $300 million, announced on September 16, 2026, at the ALL IN AI summit in Montreal, Quebec.
Communauto Discloses Employee‑Triggered Potential Data Breach
Communauto reported that an employee’s attempt to retrieve customer data on September 15 triggered a potential data breach. The company has notified customers and authorities and is reviewing its security measures.
Montreal Blue-Collar Workers Set Rotating Week-Long Strike
Montreal blue‑collar workers will conduct a rotating strike from September 22 to 28, with each borough experiencing a 24‑hour work stoppage. The week‑long action, announced earlier this month, is expected to disrupt municipal services across the city.
ICE Awards Two New Contracts to GardaWorld’s U.S. Branch
In late August 2026, ICE awarded two contracts to the U.S. branch of Quebec‑based GardaWorld Security, continuing a partnership that includes involvement in the Alligator Alcatraz program.
Developers Pay Royalty for Unbuilt REM Station in Griffintown
Griffintown developers are paying a royalty to fund a yet‑to‑be‑built REM station, part of a financing scheme that requires private contributions to the city's rapid transit expansion.
Montreal Man Pleads Guilty to 2024 Toronto Manslaughter
A 20‑year‑old Montreal resident pleaded guilty to manslaughter on September 16, 2026, for a 2024 shooting in Toronto’s west end, leading to a forthcoming sentencing hearing.
Quebec Parties Release Election Spending and Cut Plans
Quebec’s provincial parties have published detailed spending and cut proposals ahead of the election, aiming to give voters a clear picture of their fiscal priorities.
Infant Referred to Child Protection After Notre-Dame Encampment Incident
Police responded to a concern involving a woman and her one‑year‑old near the Notre‑Dame encampment and referred the infant to Quebec’s child‑protection agency for further assessment.
Police Subdue Protester as Anti‑AI Rally Turns Violent
Police subdued a protester during an anti‑AI rally that turned violent in downtown Montreal on September 16, 2026, amid an AI summit. The SPVM intervened to restore order as tensions escalated.
Montreal Police Ban Hazardous ‘Hogtie’ Restraint After Fatality
Montreal police have prohibited the hogtie restraint after it was linked to a man's death last year, deeming the technique dangerous. The ban comes with new training directing officers toward safer, alternative methods.
Montreal Police Report Drop in Gun Violence, Rise in Sexual Assaults
Montreal police's 2025 report shows a 52% drop in gun violence since 2021 while reported sexual assaults have increased, highlighting divergent trends in the city’s violent crime landscape.
Police Identify Ten Suspects in Montreal AI Institute Vandalism
Police identified ten suspects linked to smashed windows and spray‑paint graffiti at Montreal's AI institute on September 16, 2026, as an international AI summit began. The investigation ties the damage to the suspects and follows a police response to secure the research facility.
Montreal Residents Protest, Advocates Defend Supervised Consumption Site
Residents of Saint‑Henri protested on September 14 for the relocation of the Maison Benoît Labre supervised consumption site, while drug‑safety advocates held a counter‑rally defending its operation. The clash reflects ongoing debate over safety concerns versus the life‑saving role of such facilities.
Mayor Demands Striking Design for New Rosemont‑Van Horne Viaduct
Montreal’s mayor says the new Rosemont‑Van Horne viaduct must feature an impressive design as the city evaluates options for replacing the aging structure.
PM Carney Proposes Private Operators for Canada’s Four Biggest Airports
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a plan to let private investors manage Canada’s four biggest airports, shifting from current public authority control to attract private capital and improve services.
Thousands Gather at Montreal's ALL IN 2026 AI Conference
The ALL IN 2026 AI conference began in Montreal on September 16, drawing thousands of participants to discuss AI’s potential, safety, privacy and public trust. The event highlights Montreal’s status as Canada’s foremost AI hub.
Strong El Niño May Alter Canada’s Winter Weather
Chief meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai warned that a strong El Niño could bring milder temperatures in some parts of Canada and increased storm activity in others during the winter of 2026‑2027 and early spring 2027.
Montreal, Longueuil Mayors Call on Province to Prioritize Infrastructure
Montreal and Longueuil mayors urged the Quebec provincial election campaign to prioritize municipal infrastructure funding, warning that rising maintenance costs could outpace city capacities without provincial support.
Montreal Repairs Critical Water Main Beneath Atwater Avenue
The City of Montreal repaired a major potable water main under Atwater Avenue in September 2026 after it was deemed critical in the spring, ensuring continued safe drinking water for residents.
