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Marie Montpetit of the Fédération des cégeps noted that Quebec’s 1967 CEGEP system and Ireland’s transition year share a philosophy of allowing students to explore interests before selecting a specialization.
Researchers are surveying Lanaudière to see if it hosts Quebec’s oldest white pine, part of a province‑wide effort to identify the longest‑living specimen of the species.
A Quebec town has launched a training program for local merchants, municipal staff and emergency responders to improve services for residents with dementia, aiming to make daily interactions safer and more supportive.
On August 22, Montrealers marched in Villeray–Saint‑Michel–Parc‑Extension, organized by Maison d'Haïti, to protest violence after two women were killed in suspected intimate‑partner attacks within a week.
Isabelle Martineau in Abercorn, Quebec, is converting harvested Japanese knotweed into lemonade to help eradicate the invasive plant and conclude her business. The effort aligns with wider attempts across Quebec to manage the species through creative, community‑focused solutions.
Quebec politicians and association heads denounced newly announced U.S. trade tariffs on August 22, 2026, saying the measures will hit the province harder than any other Canadian region.
Montreal police will equip all officers with body cameras that stay on continuously and will release the footage publicly, a policy announced by SPVM spokesperson Fady Dagher on August 21, 2026, to ensure full transparency.
A 35‑year‑old man has been charged with first‑degree murder after a Montreal mother was found dead in her apartment earlier this week, with police confirming the arrest on August 21, 2026.
The Coalition Avenir Québec named three Montreal and two Laval candidates on August 21, 2026, as part of its preparation for the upcoming provincial election.
A study released by the FCEI on August 23, 2026 reveals that Quebec’s smallest firms pay tax bills up to five times higher than larger companies, highlighting a significant tax disparity.
The 19th annual Montreal World Press Photo Exhibition opened at Bonsecours Market this week, featuring a curated collection of global press photography and involving Matthieu Rytz in its organization.
A planned temporary supervised consumption centre in Quebec is delayed due to low public acceptance, despite rising overdose rates prompting municipalities to consider harm‑reduction sites.
The Parti Québécois has recruited Montreal International CEO Stéphane Paquet to run as its candidate in Pointe-aux-Trembles, aiming to expand its economic team ahead of upcoming elections.
Marie Montpetit of the Fédération des cégeps compared Quebec’s 1967‑origin CEGEP system with Ireland’s transition year, noting shared goals of allowing youth to explore interests before choosing a study path, while also highlighting structural differences.
A 15-year-old boy was seriously injured in a moped‑vehicle collision in Les Cèdres, Montreal, on August 23, 2026, and remains in hospital. The Sûreté du Québec is seeking witnesses to aid the investigation.
Montreal launched a training program for merchants, city staff and emergency responders to better serve residents with dementia, aiming to simplify daily interactions and improve safety.
Quebec Minister Christine Fréchette urged the province to adopt a strategic tariff retaliation after Mark Carney described new U.S. measures as a dollar‑for‑dollar approach, prompting internal debate on the appropriate response.
Montreal’s blue‑collar workers have been without a collective bargaining agreement since it expired in December 2024, prompting complaints and analysis from labor experts. The prolonged contract gap raises concerns about labor stability and service continuity.
Quebec's government will re‑activate the COVID‑19 financial aid program to support businesses, aiming to aid recovery six years after the pandemic.
A march in Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension on August 22, 2026, organized by local residents and Maison d'Haïti, protested violence against women following two suspected intimate‑partner killings. Participants called for stronger protections and community action against gender‑based violence.
