Quebec Premier Calls Provincial Election for Today
Quebec’s premier met with Lieutenant Governor Christine Fréchette on August 27, 2026, to obtain the required approval to call a provincial election, initiating the formal electoral process.
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Montreal Mayor Calls on Quebec to Reinstate 'Montréal Reflex'
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada urged the Quebec government on August 26 to reinstate the "Montréal Reflex" as part of a set of electoral demands presented to provincial officials.
Mayor Ferrada Sets Housing, Transit, Safety Agenda for Quebec Govt
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada outlined Montreal’s priorities on homelessness, infrastructure and public safety to the incoming Quebec government on August 26, 2026, aiming to shape provincial policies before the election campaign begins on August 27.
Schwartz’s Deli Switches to Local Cola After U.S. Tariffs
Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal has replaced Cott’s black cherry soda with a locally made cola after U.S. tariffs made the imported soda unavailable.
Quebec Solidaire Proposes Province Fund School Supplies
Quebec Solidaire has proposed that the province fund basic school supplies for families, aiming to ease the financial and mental load on parents who currently purchase these items.
LaSalle College Halts Classes After Creditor Protection Filing
LaSalle College in Montreal filed for creditor protection in August 2026 due to a financial dispute with the Quebec government, resulting in the suspension of all classes and leaving students without instruction.
Mayor Calls for Quebec to Restore True Montreal Focus
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada urged Quebec’s government on August 26 to restore a genuine "Montreal reflex" in its policies, seeking provincial actions that better align with the city’s interests.
NDP MP Alexandre Boulerice Resigns to Run Provincial Campaign
Alexandre Boulerice resigned from the House of Commons after fifteen years as an NDP MP to run in Quebec's upcoming provincial election, having previously sat as an independent. His departure will trigger a federal by‑election and adds a seasoned federal politician to the provincial race.
RCMP arrests two Air Canada workers in Montreal drug raid
On August 26, 2026, the RCMP arrested two Air Canada employees in Montreal as part of a drug probe, executing search warrants at two homes, a vehicle and their Dorval workplace. The operation is part of a broader investigation into drug activity around the airport.
Former Quebec Liberal Leader Declares Vote‑Buying Probes Found No Evidence
Pablo Rodriguez announced that two investigations into alleged vote‑buying during his campaign found no evidence against him, weeks after he resigned as Quebec Liberal leader six months into his tenure.
Premier and Lieutenant Governor Open Quebec Election Campaign
The premier of Quebec met with Lieutenant Governor Christine Fréchette on August 27, 2026, to sign the election writ and officially start the provincial election campaign.
Montreal Police Raid Suspected Carfentanil Lab in Griffintown
Montreal police raided a suspected carfentanil laboratory in Griffintown on August 26, 2026, aiming to stop production of the potent synthetic opioid linked to rising overdose deaths.
Maxime Laporte Announces PQ Candidacy in L'Assomption
Former Montreal Saint‑Jean‑Baptiste leader Maxime Laporte announced his candidacy for the Parti Québécois in the L'Assomption riding, as the party finalizes its slate for the upcoming provincial election.
Party Leader Bars Vincent Marissal from Taschereau Candidacy
Party leader Paul St‑Pierre Plamondon rejected Vincent Marissal’s candidacy for the Taschereau riding on August 26, 2026, citing alleged breaches of the National Assembly’s code of ethics. The decision comes as parties finalize their candidate lists ahead of the provincial election.
Télé-Québec Programs to Launch on Crave, illico+ and Tou.tv Extra
Télé‑Québec will add its programming to Crave, illico+ and Tou.tv Extra starting September 7, 2026, expanding its presence on three subscription streaming platforms for the fall TV season in Quebec.
Radio-Canada Dissects Quebec 2026 Election Slogans
Radio-Canada Montreal interviewed two political communication specialists to analyze the slogans of Quebec's 2026 provincial election parties, highlighting how concise messaging is crafted to attract voters.
Premier Fréchette Meets Lieutenant Governor to Launch Election Campaign
Premier Christine Fréchette met Quebec’s lieutenant‑governor on August 27, 2026, to deliver the writ of election and officially start the provincial election campaign.
Mayor Ferrada Sets Three Priorities for Quebec Election
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada outlined Montreal's three priority areas—homelessness and housing, infrastructure and mobility, and public safety—for the incoming Quebec government as the provincial election campaign begins.
Québec solidaire proposes bulk school supply buying to save families
Québec solidaire proposed a bulk purchasing program for school supplies in Montreal, aiming to lower costs by roughly $60 per child. The initiative seeks to use collective buying power to make school essentials more affordable for families.
Two Air Canada Staff Detained in RCMP Drug Probe at Montreal Airport
Two Air Canada employees were arrested on August 26 as part of an RCMP drug investigation that included raids on two homes, a vehicle and the airline’s Dorval work base. The arrests are part of a wider police effort targeting drug activity in the Greater Montreal area.
