Fact Check: Quebec Tax Claim Scrutinized Amid Election
A fact‑check examined the claim that Quebec has the highest tax rates in North America, finding the statement unverified due to varying tax structures across jurisdictions.
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Environment Canada Issues Yellow Storm Watch for Montreal
Environment Canada issued a yellow storm watch on September 2 for violent thunderstorms expected in Montreal's north and west sectors, urging residents to stay alert and monitor updates.
$48 Million Deficit Delays LaSalle College Term Start
A $48 million budget shortfall at Collège LaSalle has delayed the start of classes for about 3,000 students and 400 faculty members, with college representative Violette Cantin confirming the financial strain and ongoing efforts to address it.
Parents Demand Crossing Guard as Intersection Revamp Begins
Montreal West parents are urging the reinstatement of a crossing guard at a hazardous school intersection as a revamp project begins on September 2, 2026. The request aligns with municipal plans to improve safety at the problematic crossing point.
Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante to Join UdeM as Guest Expert
Valérie Plante, after eight years as Montreal’s mayor, will serve as a guest expert at the Université de Montréal starting in fall 2026, returning to the academic sector.
Montreal Faces Traffic Jams Ahead of Cycling Worlds
Montreal expects extensive traffic congestion due to a blue‑collar strike and ongoing construction as it prepares for the Road Cycling World Championships, the city’s biggest sports event since the 1976 Olympics.
Highway 40 Reopens Near Saint‑Cuthbert After Culvert Collapse
Highway 40 near Saint‑Cuthbert reopened after a culvert collapse forced a night‑time closure, with officials warning of heavy traffic over the upcoming weekend.
LaSalle College Delays Semester Start Over $48M Deficit
Collège LaSalle in Montreal has delayed its September 2026 semester start due to a $48 million budget deficit, impacting 3,000 students and 400 faculty members.
UNESCO Heritage Status of Old Quebec Threatened by Third Link Bridge
UNESCO warns the Third Link bridge could endanger Old Quebec’s World Heritage status, while tourism officials say any loss would not be catastrophic.
Montreal to Appeal Court Order Blocking Homeless Camp Removal
Montreal will appeal a Superior Court ruling that barred the city from clearing a homeless encampment under the Van Horne viaduct, taking the case to the Quebec Court of Appeal. The appeal seeks to resolve the legal standstill on the encampment's removal.
Analysis Challenges Claim Quebec Has Highest North American Taxes
A new analysis examines the claim that Quebec has the highest taxes in North America, a point of debate revived during the provincial election amid cost‑of‑living concerns.
Quebec Budget Cuts Delay Raccoon Rabies Control
Budget cuts by the Quebec government have slowed the province’s raccoon rabies control program, limiting resources for vaccination and monitoring efforts.
Montreal Police Retrieve $800,000 in Stolen Tools
Montreal police recovered $800,000 worth of stolen hardware tools and cash after a coordinated investigation across several online networks traced items taken from local stores.
Montérégie Station Cuts Fuel Price 24¢ Below Montreal, Lines Form
A Montérégie gas station offered gasoline 24 cents per litre cheaper than Montreal on 2 September 2026, prompting drivers to travel there and form long lines as they sought relief from Quebec’s high fuel prices.
City Deploys Rabies Vaccine Bait in Montreal Parks
Municipal workers are spreading sweet‑smelling rabies vaccine baits in Montreal parks to prevent a potential outbreak among wildlife, focusing on raccoons and skunks that can transmit the disease to humans.
Environment Canada Issues Yellow Thunderstorm Watch for Montreal
Environment Canada issued a yellow watch for violent thunderstorms on September 2, 2026, covering Montreal's north and west sectors, warning residents of potential severe weather hazards.
Montreal to Appeal Court Ruling Blocking Homeless Camp Dismantling
Montreal will appeal a Quebec Superior Court decision that stopped the city from clearing a homeless encampment under the Van Horne viaduct in Mile End. The appeal seeks to overturn the ruling that barred the removal effort.
Montreal Police Retrieve $800,000 of Stolen Tools
Montreal police recovered about $800,000 in new tools stolen from hardware stores and sold online, concluding a multi‑network investigation into the thefts.
Mayor warns of traffic chaos as bike races hit Montreal
Mayor Valérie Plante and Mayor Martinez Ferrada warned that mid‑September bike races will cause major traffic disruptions in central Montreal, urging residents to plan alternate routes and stay informed.
Parents Call for Crossing Guard as Intersection Revamp Begins
Montreal West parents are pressing the city to restore a crossing guard at a dangerous school intersection while a redesign project is under way, citing ongoing safety concerns.
