Man Stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont-Royal, Suspect Still at Large
A man was stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont-Royal on August 28, 2026; the suspect remains unidentified and at large, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
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Quebec Game Guild Sets November 14 Support Day for Industry
The Quebec Video Game Guild announced a November 14, 2026 campaign to promote the province's video‑game sector, highlighting its 15,000‑plus workforce and status as a major cultural exporter. The effort mirrors a prior successful book‑buying campaign and aims to bolster the industry despite recent job losses.
Man Stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau‑Mont‑Royal, Police Seek Suspect
A man was stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau‑Mont‑Royal on 28 August, and police are actively searching for the unidentified suspect while urging the public to provide any information.
