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Radio-Canada Grand Montréal unveiled an interactive online map on July 27, 2026 that pairs each Quebec region with a representative musical piece, allowing users to explore the province’s geography through sound.
The association representing Quebec’s ornamental horticulture sector has withdrawn its lawsuit against pesticide‑restriction rules adopted by five municipalities, ending the legal challenge and acknowledging the existing local regulations.
Quebec's microbrewery industry saw its first decline in 15 years during 2024-2025, ending two decades of growth. Analysts point to altered business models, rising inflation, and changing consumer drinking habits as key drivers.
The Montreal Alouettes defeated the Hamilton Tiger‑Cats on July 26, 2026, after scoring 14 points in the fourth quarter at Percival‑Molson Stadium, providing the margin needed for the win.
Quebec paramedics and the provincial government reached a tentative collective agreement on July 26, ending years of operating without a contract for over 1,000 emergency workers. The deal, still pending ratification, aims to formalize wages, benefits and working conditions for the Urgences‑santé ambulance service.
Mark Carney announced three federal by‑elections for August 31, 2026, to replace MPs who resigned, became an ambassador, and were appointed to the Senate in ridings across British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec.
Buckets & Borders opened newly refurbished outdoor basketball courts in Montreal’s Martin‑Luther‑King Park on July 25, 2026, aiming to boost community life and confidence through sport. The project, funded by sponsors, adds quality playing space to the Côte‑des‑Neiges neighbourhood.
The three‑day Festival Ludique de Montréal opened in the Quartier Latin, drawing large crowds to try new board games and reflecting a growing interest in tabletop gaming across Quebec.
The Quebec coroner's office is investigating the deaths of two teenagers and a four‑year‑old girl who were under the care of Montreal's Batshaw Youth and Family Centres, with a full forensic inquiry underway.
Inter Miami won a match in Montreal on July 25, while the game was briefly stopped after German Berterame suffered a head injury and lost consciousness. The club played without Lionel Messi and followed league medical protocols.
Researchers have discovered a transmissible melanoma in brown bullhead catfish from Lake Memphremagog, with about a third of examined fish showing tumors, marking the first known case of a contagious cancer in fish.
A 45-year-old man was stabbed in Montreal's downtown Ville-Marie district on July 25, 2026, sustaining serious injuries. Police confirmed the victim’s age and are investigating the incident without releasing further details.
On July 25, 2026, gasoline in Greater Montreal rose to almost $2 per litre, continuing a recent upward trend in fuel costs across the region.
Hamilton's Tiger-Cats return to Montreal on July 26 to play the Alouettes at Percival Molson Stadium, marking their second meeting of the CFL season after an opening‑game clash two months earlier.
A court has suspended five Montreal police officers without pay for 30 to 42 days, citing particularly serious conduct during a 2018 chase that severely injured a civilian.
A young woman was found gravely wounded after an armed assault on De Bleury Street near Concorde Street in downtown Montreal on July 26, 2026, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
Inter Miami won a regular‑season MLS match in Montreal on July 25, 2026, despite Lionel Messi’s absence and a head injury to German Berterame, showcasing the team’s depth and resilience.
Scientists have identified a melanoma‑type transmissible cancer in brown bullhead catfish from Lake Memphremagog, with about one third of sampled fish showing skin tumours, marking the first known case of such a cancer in fish.
Quebec’s paramedical workers and the provincial government reached a principle collective agreement on July 26, 2026, ending a three‑year period without a formal contract and setting the framework for a future full bargaining agreement.
Buckets & Borders completed a renovation of outdoor basketball courts at Martin-Luther-King Park in Montreal, aiming to improve community life and confidence through sport. The newly painted courts opened on July 25, 2026, and are now available for public use.
