Montreal City Prevails in Bad‑Faith Negotiation Dispute
The Administrative Labour Tribunal dismissed the union’s claim that Montreal negotiated in bad faith, ruling that the city’s bargaining practices were compliant with Quebec labour law.
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Five Arrested After Jewelry Store Heist in Montreal’s Ville‑Marie
Five suspects were arrested after a late‑night robbery at a Ville‑Marie jewelry store left the employee unharmed; investigators are now questioning the detainees.
Suburban Mayors Unite on Public Transit Improvements
Mayors and mayoresses of Montreal’s suburbs met on September 11, 2026, to stress the importance of public transit upgrades in the 450 region, framing it as a shared priority ahead of upcoming regional talks.
Montreal Police Issue Nearly Double School‑Zone Tickets This September
Montreal police issued nearly double the traffic tickets near schools in early September 2026 compared to the previous year, reflecting intensified enforcement at the start of the school term. The increase is part of ongoing efforts to improve safety for students commuting to and from school.
Cycling Grand Prix and AC/DC Concert Prompt Weekend Disruptions
Road and transit disruptions are expected across Greater Montreal on September 12-13 due to a cycling Grand Prix and an AC/DC concert, with closures and security measures affecting normal traffic flow.
Jackalope Festival Returns Sep 11-13, Secured in Montreal Through 2028
Jackalope’s 2026 festival will be held September 11‑13 at Montreal’s Old Port, and the city has confirmed the event will stay in Montreal through 2028.
Cooper's Hawks Alarm Saint‑Leonard Residents
In August 2026, two Cooper's hawks appeared in Saint‑Leonard, causing fear among residents before departing the area.
Court of Appeal Denies Montreal’s Request to Dismantle Mile End Encampment
The Quebec Court of Appeal upheld an injunction that blocks the City of Montreal from dismantling a homeless encampment under the Van Horne viaduct in Mile End, denying the city's request for a court order to clear the site.
Montreal Police Nab Suspect in 30+ Airbag Theft Cases
Montreal police arrested a suspect on September 10, 2026, believed to be involved in over 30 airbag thefts across four boroughs. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to review related cases.
Quebec Appeal Court Rejects Montreal's Request to Dismantle Mile End Encampment
On September 9, 2026, the Quebec Court of Appeal denied Montreal’s bid to lift a ban on dismantling the homeless encampment under the Van Horne viaduct in Mile End, keeping the existing prohibition in place. The city must now seek a different legal route if it wishes to address the settlement.
Cycling Grand Prix and AC/DC Concert Prompt Weekend Disruptions
Montreal will face traffic and construction disruptions on September 12‑13 as a cycling Grand Prix and an AC/DC concert require road closures and crowd‑management measures across the city.
Montreal Police Detain Suspect Linked to Over 30 Airbag Thefts
Montreal police have detained a suspect believed to be involved in over 30 vehicle airbag thefts across several boroughs, concluding an investigation that began after a pattern of incidents emerged.
Administrative Labour Tribunal Finds Montreal Did Not Negotiate in Bad Faith
The Administrative Labour Tribunal ruled on September 11, 2026, that Montreal City did not negotiate in bad faith, dismissing the union’s lawsuit and siding with the municipality.
Green Line Metro Service Restored After Emergency Shutdown
Emergency services forced a temporary shutdown of Montreal’s Green line on the evening of September 10, 2026, but service was restored later that night. The incident briefly disrupted a key transit route for commuters across the city.
Naked man creates rush‑hour gridlock on Montreal’s Highway 20
A naked man on Highway 20 in Montreal caused a large traffic jam during the Friday morning rush hour, disrupting commuter flow on the major route.
Opposition Grows Over Montreal's École FACE Relocation Plan
The Quebec government’s approval to relocate the publicly funded arts school École FACE has sparked local opposition, with residents including Violette Cantan voicing concerns about program disruption and community impact.
Suburban Mayors Unite on Transit Improvements Amid Highway 450 Talks
Montreal’s suburban mayors united on Friday to make public transit improvement the core issue in discussions about the Highway 450 project, seeking coordinated solutions for regional transportation needs.
Quebec Solidaire Aims for Zero Deficit, Sets $2B Trump Fund
Quebec Solidaire proposes raising taxes on high‑income earners and creating a $2 billion contingency fund to eliminate the province’s deficit by 2029 and guard against potential economic impacts linked to former President Donald Trump.
Montreal Police Note Slight Crime Decline in 2025
Montreal police reported a slight decline in total crimes for 2025, the first dip after years of rising offenses. The modest drop is seen as a tentative positive shift, though officials will continue to monitor trends closely.
Montreal and Firefighters Union Reach Principle Deal on New Contract
The City of Montreal and the Montreal Firefighters Association announced a principle agreement on September 8 to renew the collective bargaining contract for municipal fire staff, pending ratification and council approval.
