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Over 2,000 Quebec households lacked leases after the July 1 moving day, prompting housing advocates to say that simply building more apartments has not solved the province’s rental affordability crisis.
Atwater Avenue water‑conservation upgrades are delayed, prompting Montreal officials to ask residents to maintain reduced water use as part of the city’s ongoing efficiency program.
A vehicle collision in Montreal's Anjou district on July 3 injured two drivers, one seriously, prompting emergency responders to provide on‑scene treatment and transport them for further care.
A school‑board email sent on July 3 inadvertently disclosed personal details of parents at Rosemère High School, prompting an investigation into data protection practices. The board has launched a review and warned families to monitor their information.
Hydro‑Québec announced a recruitment drive for 35,000 paid positions to support its expanding construction and infrastructure projects amid a tight labour market, especially in remote areas of Quebec.
Provincial officials have imposed forest access restrictions in Nord-du-Québec on July 4, 2026, due to heightened wildfire risk after June’s fires across the province.
Over 200 forest fires are burning in northern Quebec, leading to the deployment of 900 firefighters and reinforcements from across Canada as the region experiences a sharp summer increase in wildfires.
Intense thunderstorms on July 2, 2026, caused widespread tree damage on Montreal's north side, prompting immediate cleanup by municipal crews.
A Montreal judge temporarily blocked the city’s attempt to revoke operating permits for American Iron & Metal’s recycling plant in Montreal-Est, keeping the facility open while the dispute proceeds through the courts.
Montreal is launching a three‑day clean‑up from July 1‑3, 2026, to remove trash that accumulates on streets after the annual moving‑day rush, using increased collection and street‑cleaning resources.
Ékip Jeunesse warns that more young adults aging out of Quebec’s youth protection system are becoming homeless in Montreal, urging authorities to create dedicated housing resources and transition support.
Construction delays on Atwater Avenue’s water works are extending service disruptions, leading Montreal officials to urge continued water conservation as part of a citywide effort to modernize aging infrastructure.
Hydro‑Québec plans to increase rates for residential customers using over 35,000 kWh annually, representing the top five percent of users, as part of a review of its rate structure.
Hydro‑Québec launched a hiring campaign on July 4 to fill 35,000 paid positions across Quebec, aiming to alleviate a labor shortage affecting its expanding construction and remote‑region projects.
An unauthorized email on July 3, 2026 exposed personal details of Rosemère High School parents, raising concerns about the Montreal-area school board's data‑security practices and prompting a review of information storage protocols.
More than 200 forest fires are active in northern Quebec, leading to the deployment of 900 firefighters and additional reinforcements from across Canada. The province is confronting a summer surge in fires, prompting a large-scale, multi‑provincial response.
Former CAQ minister Pierre Dufour announced he will run as a Liberal candidate in the fall 2026 Quebec election, citing regional concerns, while the Liberal Party welcomed his switch.
Montreal Comiccon’s 16th edition opened Friday, July 3, and will run through Sunday, featuring sci‑fi, comic‑book and gaming stars, with coverage by CBC News reporters.
A five‑minute violent thunderstorm on July 2, 2026, knocked down numerous trees in Montreal’s north suburbs, prompting rapid municipal cleanup. Crews cleared debris and restored services without reported injuries.
A Montreal judge issued a temporary stay on July 3, 2026, halting the city’s attempt to revoke permits for American Iron & Metal’s recycling plant in Montreal‑East, keeping the facility operational while the dispute continues.
