Two Arrested After Montreal Raid on Alleged Smuggling House
The RCMP arrested two people after raiding a Montreal house suspected of being used for illegal migrant smuggling, describing the residence as part of a smuggling network.
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Teenager Gabriel Genest Sets New Montreal Pole‑Vault Record
Nineteen‑year‑old Gabriel Genest set a new pole‑vault record at the July 1 Montreal Classic athletics meet, a key annual event in the city’s track and field calendar.
71 Montreal Households Still in Hotel Amid Rising Displacement
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada reports that 71 Montreal households remain in a hotel, a figure that has doubled from the previous year, highlighting rising displacement in the city.
Youth Group Launches Large Montreal Clothing Drive July 3‑4
Ékip Jeunesse will hold a two‑day clothing and supplies drive in Montreal on July 3‑4 to aid people facing homelessness as the moving season is expected to increase street numbers.
Diallo Falls to Sonego in Five-Set Wimbledon Second Round
Gabriel Diallo was eliminated in the Wimbledon second round on July 2, 2026, after a five‑set loss to Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego, ending the Canadian’s campaign at the Grand Slam event.
CF Montreal Signs Venezuelan Midfielder Dani Pereira
CF Montreal has signed Venezuelan midfielder Dani Pereira from Austin FC after his six‑season spell, bringing the former MLS draft top pick to the Canadian club.
Montreal Streets Flooded with Mattresses and Appliances After July 1
After the July 1 holiday, Montreal streets were littered with mattresses, appliances and dressers, with city officials planning a bulk collection for the following Tuesday.
Travelers upset over new Uber and Lyft pickup zone at Montreal‑Trudeau Airport
A new Uber and Lyft pickup zone at Montréal‑Trudeau Airport, launched on July 1, 2026, is causing congestion and frustration for passengers and drivers, as even modest traffic creates bottlenecks in the limited space.
Quebec Authorizes Emergency Height Increase at Terrebonne Landfill
The Quebec government approved a temporary measure to raise the height of waste piles at the Terrebonne landfill, extending its operation as it nears capacity within a year. The decision aims to maintain waste disposal services while longer‑term solutions are explored.
Heat wave pushes Montreal humidex to 44
A heat wave across Eastern Canada pushed the humidex to 44 in Montreal and 42 in Quebec City on July 1, 2026, marking near‑record levels and prompting health advisories.
RCMP arrests two in Montreal migrant-smuggling raid
The RCMP raided a Montreal home on July 2, 2026, arresting an alleged smuggler and a migrant as part of an ongoing crackdown on migrant‑smuggling networks in the city.
Over 130,000 Montreal Homes Lose Power After Severe Storms
Violent thunderstorms on July 2, 2026 knocked out power for more than 130,000 households in greater Montreal, damaging the power grid and prompting extensive repair efforts.
Canadiens Extend Dobes for Three Years
The Montreal Canadiens have signed 25‑year‑old Czech goalie Jakub Dobes to a three‑year extension, confirming his status as the team's starting netminder after taking over the role last season.
Montreal Acts to Clear Post‑Moving‑Day Trash Piles
Montreal is addressing the post‑July 1 moving‑day trash overflow by deploying clean‑up crews and offering extra disposal options to prevent street‑side waste buildup.
71 Families Still Housed in Montreal Hotel Shelters
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada reported that 71 families are still staying in Montreal hotel shelters, a number that has doubled from the previous year, reflecting rising demand for temporary housing.
Montreal Youth Group to Hold Large Clothing Drive
Ékip Jeunesse will run a two‑day clothing and supplies drive on July 3‑4 in Montreal, targeting youth and others in precarious situations as charities brace for a rise in homelessness during the peak moving season.
CF Montréal Signs Venezuelan Midfielder Dani Pereira from Austin FC
CF Montréal has signed Venezuelan midfielder Dani Pereira, a former MLS SuperDraft first overall pick who spent six seasons with Austin FC, announcing the move on July 2, 2026.
Quebec Measles Outbreak Rises to 27 Confirmed Cases
Quebec's measles outbreak has grown to 27 confirmed cases, primarily around Quebec City, with new exposure sites identified west of the city, prompting expanded public health actions.
Quebec Invests $123 Million to Revitalize East Montreal Industrial Zone
Quebec has committed $123 million to redevelop a former industrial site in east Montreal, targeting the area’s 30 million square feet of vacant industrial land to add economic value and stimulate growth.
Town Hall Scheduled for Aug. 6 on West Island Flood Debris
A town hall on August 6 in Dollard-des-Ormeaux will bring residents and Montreal officials together to discuss the delayed cleanup of flood debris in the West Island.
