Parliamentary watchdog says 23,000 federal jobs cut
A parliamentary budget office report released on September 15, 2026, shows the federal public service in Canada has shed over 23,000 employees in the last two years.
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Canada Moves to Privatize Montreal Trudeau Airport Operations
The Canadian government announced on Tuesday that it will transfer operation of Montreal‑Trudeau Airport and three other major airports to private entities, initiating a plan to privatize management of the country's four largest airports.
Communauto Employee Accused of Unauthorized Customer Data Access
Communauto disclosed that an employee used an unauthorized script to download subscriber data on September 3‑4, 2026, prompting a warning of a possible personal information breach and a review of security measures.
Motorcyclist Injured After Collision on Langelier Boulevard
A motorcyclist was injured after being hit by a female driver on Boulevard Langelier in Saint-Léonard, Montreal, on September 14, 2026. The collision occurred on this busy city thoroughfare, prompting medical response for the rider.
Coroner Finds Police Cut Short Lévis Teen Search
A Quebec coroner’s report finds police ended the 2024 ground search for a missing 13‑year‑old in Lévis after only a few hours, labeling the response inadequate.
Montreal Blue‑Collar Workers Schedule Rotating Week‑Long Strike
Montreal’s blue‑collar workers will conduct a rotating, borough‑by‑borough strike, with each area facing a 24‑hour work stoppage between September 22 and 28, 2026. The week‑long plan aims to affect the entire city while limiting disruption to one day per borough.
Agricultural Union Calls for Pause on Quebec‑Toronto High‑Speed Rail
The Union of Agricultural Producers has formally asked the federal government, via Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon, to suspend the Quebec City‑Toronto high‑speed rail project, citing concerns for the farming sector.
Engineers Recommend Demolition of Rosemont‑Van Horne Viaduct
Engineers hired by the City of Montreal recommend demolishing the deteriorating Rosemont‑Van Horne viaduct and building an underground tunnel beneath the Canadian Pacific rail line, adding a new option to the city's ongoing infrastructure review.
Quebec Employers Forecast 3.1% Wage Rise for 2027
Quebec employers and the Order of Certified Human Resources Professionals expect an average 3.1% salary increase in 2027, marking the fourth year of moderated wage growth after larger hikes tied to high inflation.
Montreal Rooftop Farm Opens, Promotes Local Buying Amid Trade Dispute
A rooftop farm at the Palais des congrès opened on September 13, 2026, to demonstrate urban food production and encourage local buying amid a Canada‑U.S. trade dispute. The project, part of a network of eleven Montreal area farms, aims to shift consumer preference toward Quebec-grown products.
Costco Limits Kirkland Motor Oil Purchases in U.S. Amid Shortage
Costco has imposed purchase limits on Kirkland motor oil in U.S. stores due to a worldwide shortage of a critical ingredient, while Quebec locations remain unaffected. The retailer says the caps will stay in place until supply conditions improve.
Construction and Cycling Events Cause Disruptions in Greater Montreal
Construction work and the Grand Prix cycliste on September 13, 2026 caused overlapping traffic and cycling route disruptions across Greater Montreal, prompting detours and extra travel time for commuters.
Survivor of Dawson College Shooting Joins Montreal Police
A survivor of the 2006 Dawson College shooting has joined the Montreal Police Service on the 20th anniversary of the attack, marking a personal and community milestone.
Cooper’s Hawks Unsettle Saint‑Leonard Residents in August
Two Cooper's hawks briefly unsettled residents of Saint‑Leonard in August 2026, causing fear before moving away, after which the neighbourhood returned to its usual calm.
Montreal Men Deny Human Trafficking Charges in Edmonton Court
Two Montreal men pleaded not guilty to almost twenty human‑trafficking offences in an Edmonton court, part of a decade‑long investigation into a cross‑Canada network.
Hydro‑Québec Sued for $40 Million Over Winter Outage
Hydro‑Québec is being sued for $40 million by New England partners over power cuts that occurred from Jan 26 to Feb 9, 2026, during a polar vortex that forced the utility to curtail electricity exports.
Motorcyclist Injured After Collision on Langelier Boulevard
A motorcyclist was injured after a collision with a driver on boulevard Langelier in Saint‑Leonard, Montreal, on September 14, 2026, prompting an investigation and temporary traffic disruptions.
Montreal Father and Daughter Launch Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Drive
Enrico and Alessia Proietti have launched a Montreal-based campaign to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer after Enrico's stage‑3 diagnosis nearly two years ago.
Road Closures for Cycling Races Raise Business Concerns
Road closures for two international cycling races in September 2026 are affecting traffic and customer access in Plateau–Mont-Royal and Ville-Marie, raising concerns among local businesses and residents.
Montreal blue‑collar workers schedule rotating strike Sep 22‑28
Montreal’s blue‑collar workers will stage a rotating strike from September 22 to 28, 2026, shutting down each borough for a single 24‑hour period. The week‑long schedule aims to spread the impact across the city while highlighting workers’ concerns.
