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A Montreal man was sentenced to three years in U.S. prison for operating a fraudulent weight‑loss product scheme that defrauded American consumers, following a conviction earlier in the year after the scheme was uncovered.
Intense weekend rainstorms on June 20‑21, 2026 caused a third flood in Pierrefonds‑Roxboro, leaving homes and streets on Fox Street water‑damaged. Residents began cleanup on Monday, removing debris and damaged belongings.
Montreal displayed fleur‑de‑lis decorations for the Quebec National Holiday on June 24, 2026, while members of Harmonium performed together for the first time in over 40 years, adding a historic musical moment to the province’s celebrations.
More than 200 performers, including sports teams, dancers, clowns and senior moped riders, paraded along Montreal’s Rue Rachel on June 24, 2026, to mark Quebec’s Fête nationale. The event formed part of the province’s annual holiday celebrations, featuring a diverse lineup that highlighted community participation.
The Montreal Historical Society has asked the city mayor to arrange the return of the Samuel de Champlain statue after it was toppled in Ontario, and the mayor’s office is reviewing the request.
Montreal will confer honorary citizenship on Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher at a City Hall ceremony on June 25, 2026, recognizing his impact on the city’s hockey culture.
A Montreal couple who rebooked Air Canada flights to use a 25% discount on June 24, 2026 ended up paying slightly more because dynamic pricing raised the base fare, highlighting concerns over airline pricing transparency.
Tennis Canada announced plans on June 23, 2026 for a new Montreal stadium with a retractable roof, aiming to meet the expanding needs of professional tennis tours in the city.
The English-language leaders' debate slated for the pre‑election period was cancelled on June 23, 2026, after two of the five major party leaders refused to attend. Organizers said the lack of full participation made the event unfeasible.
Shania Twain and Quebec’s masked band Angine de Poitrine performed together for the first time on Later… with Jools Holland in London during the weekend of 20‑22 June 2026, marking both acts' debut on the British music show.
Emma Maltais, after three seasons with the Sceptres, signed a two-year contract with the reigning champions Montreal Victoire on June 23, 2026, bolstering the team's forward line for the upcoming seasons.
Montreal and West Island municipalities will implement sponge parks and retention basins after the latest flash flood, marking the fourth major inundation since 2017. The new measures aim to provide long‑term protection against recurring heavy‑rain events.
Harmonium performed together in Montreal on June 24, 2026, their first show in over 40 years, coinciding with Quebec's national holiday celebrations.
Quebec police and military police warned that a biker club of active and retired soldiers is working with the Hells Angels, raising security concerns as the gang recruits new members.
The Historical Society of Montreal has asked the mayor to retrieve a Samuel de Champlain statue removed in Ontario, seeking its return to the city.
Montreal will award honorary citizenship to Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher at a City Hall ceremony on June 25, 2026. The symbolic honor reflects the city’s practice of recognizing distinguished individuals.
A Montreal couple rebooked an Air Canada flight to use a 25% discount, but dynamic pricing raised the fare, making the new tickets more expensive. Pricing experts say the case underscores the need for clearer transparency in airline fare calculations.
Emma Maltais has signed a two-year contract with the reigning PWHL champions, Montreal Victoire, after three seasons with the Sceptres. The agreement was finalized on June 23, 2026, in Montreal.
Tennis Canada revealed plans for a new Montreal stadium with a retractable roof to meet professional circuit standards, marking a step forward for the city’s tennis infrastructure.
Heavy rainstorms on June 20‑21, 2026 caused the third flood in Pierrefonds‑Roxboro, inundating dozens of homes on Fox Street. Residents began cleanup on June 22, tackling water damage to appliances, furniture and vehicles.
