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Environment Canada is investigating a possible tornado that struck Quebec's Laurentians on July 22, causing notable damage. The agency, with Dominic Martel involved, is gathering evidence to confirm the event and assess its impact.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada could not determine the exact cause of a December 2025 freight train derailment in northern Quebec, noting temperature swings as a possible factor.
Violent thunderstorms on July 21 caused a power outage affecting more than 58,000 homes across Quebec, including over 40,000 in Laval. Utility crews are working to restore electricity while residents are advised to conserve power.
Nashville SC defeated CF Montréal 1-0 at Geodis Park on July 22, 2026, with the only goal coming from a penalty kick. The win gave Nashville three points, while Montréal left without a point.
Sixteen caribou calves were born in Quebec's captive breeding programs in 2026, highlighting ongoing efforts to preserve the species while natural habitats remain unrecovered.
Quebec strawberry growers are transitioning to off‑soil cultivation under raised shelters to counter rising temperatures and erratic weather that are disrupting traditional open‑field production.
Return specialist Dedmon will debut for the Montreal Alouettes on July 26, 2026, against the Hamilton Tiger‑Cats, aiming to improve the team’s kick return unit.
Montreal transit riders can now load OPUS passes onto Android smartphones, allowing tap‑to‑pay travel across the greater Montreal area. The digital option replaces the traditional physical card for Android users beginning July 22, 2026.
Canada will host Chile and Peru for two friendly matches, playing in Toronto on September 26 and Montreal on October 3, 2026. The games provide both nations a chance to prepare and give Canadian fans live international soccer in two major cities.
Environment Canada is investigating a July 22 storm in Quebec's Laurentians that appears to have been a tornado, a rare occurrence for the province, after significant damage was reported.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says temperature swings may have contributed to a freight train derailment in northern Quebec in December 2025, though a definitive cause has not been established. The investigation continues as the board examines environmental and technical factors.
A genetic study released on July 22, 2026, shows that melanoma can spread between catfish in Quebec and the northeastern United States, adding the disease to the rare list of transmissible cancers documented in animals.
The AOGQ has sued the FMSQ in Quebec’s Superior Court, claiming obstetric‑gynecologists are paid less than other specialists. The case seeks a court‑ordered review of the province’s specialist compensation system.
Scientists have identified a transmissible cancer in brown bullhead fish from Lake Memphrémagog, Quebec. This rare type of cancer, which spreads between individuals, adds a new species to the limited list of known transmissible cancers in wildlife.
Quebec and other provinces asked Prime Minister Mark Carney on July 23, 2026, to develop a federal strategy against the latest U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, seeking a coordinated response to protect Canadian trade.
CF Montreal lost 1-0 to Nashville SC after a penalty kick at Geodis Park on July 22, 2026, in a Major League Soccer regular‑season match.
Dedmon will make his first appearance for the Montreal Alouettes against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on July 26, 2026, as the club seeks to revitalize its return unit and improve special‑teams play.
Quebec’s bus fleet has not grown for several years due to financing problems, limiting the expansion of municipal, intercity and school transportation services across the province.
Mechanics in Montérégie have uncovered illegal devices that can falsify vehicle mileage, raising concerns about new odometer‑tampering gadgets spreading across Quebec. They advise buyers to seek thorough inspections to avoid fraud.
Android phones in the greater Montreal area can now hold transit passes, letting riders use their devices instead of physical OPUS cards. The change, effective July 22, 2026, brings digital fare payment to Android users across the city's transit network.
