Over 15,000 Polling Stations Open for Quebec Election
On Oct. 5, 2026, over 15,000 polling stations will operate in Quebec, giving voters the chance to elect the next premier.
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Quebec Election Day Scheduled for October 5
Quebec's provincial election takes place on October 5, with voters choosing among five major parties after a five‑week campaign focused on key policy areas.
Quebec Prison Security Upgrade Stumbles on Training Gaps, Drone Failures
Quebec's prison security upgrade is delayed due to staff lacking training on body scanners and anti‑drone equipment malfunctioning. The province had introduced these technologies as part of a broader safety improvement plan.
Quebec drops legal requirement to spend $310M wetland mitigation funds
Quebec removed the legal requirement to spend $310 million in developer‑paid wetland mitigation funds on restoration projects.
Ruba Ghazal Leads Québec solidaire into Oct. 5 Election
Ruba Ghazal, co‑spokesperson of Québec solidaire, is heading the party as premier candidate in the October 5, 2026 election, twenty years after helping to found the party.
Man in his 30s critically injured after Route 116 crash
A man in his 30s was critically injured in a morning collision on Route 116 East near Highway 30 in Longueuil.
Quebec Ends Legal Requirement to Spend $310 Million Wetland Fees
Quebec has dropped the legal mandate to use $310 million in developer fees for wetland restoration.
Quebec Prison Security Upgrade Stumbles on Training and Glitches
Quebec prisons face technical failures and training shortfalls with newly installed security scanners and anti‑drone gear, despite a recent province‑wide security overhaul.
Quebec Ends Mandatory $310 Million Wetland Restoration Funding
Quebec has eliminated the rule obligating $310 million in developer fees to fund wetland restoration, ending the mandatory use of those funds for mitigation.
PQ Gains Ground on South Shore as Voters Question Referendum
A new poll shows growing support for the Parti Québécois on Montreal’s South Shore, while voters remain doubtful about a planned referendum.
Students Protest Lack of Youth Representation Ahead of Quebec Election
Students in Montreal and Quebec City protested the lack of parties representing youth, noting low turnout among their age group, just days before the Quebec general election.
Students rally in Montreal, Quebec City over limited party options
Hundreds of students protested in Montreal and Quebec City over limited party choices and low youth turnout ahead of the Quebec election.
94 Senior Housing Units Sold Privately in Repentigny
A transaction sold 94 senior housing units in Repentigny's Résidence de la Rive‑Nord to private owners without Quebec government approval.
Polls show rising Parti Québécois support on South Shore
Polls indicate rising support for the Parti Québécois on Montreal’s South Shore, while many residents remain skeptical about a forthcoming referendum. The shift follows the area’s past backing of the Coalition Avenir Québec.
94 Senior Housing Units Sold Privately in Repentigny Without Approval
A private buyer purchased 94 senior social housing units in Repentigny without the government approval required by Quebec law.
Quebec Business Leaders Ask New Premier for Entrepreneur Meetings
Quebec business leaders are calling on the incoming premier to meet entrepreneurs and outline a clear economic plan, warning the province is lagging behind the rest of Canada as an election approaches.
Lawyers Challenge Montreal Ban on Insulting City Workers
Lawyers sued over Montreal's recently adopted bylaw that criminalizes insults toward city workers and police.
Housing Advocates Occupy Vacant Building to Press Politicians
Housing advocates occupied a vacant Sud‑Ouest building on September 28 to press Quebec politicians on the housing crisis, noting nearly 100,000 empty buildings province‑wide as the election nears.
Thousands March Across Quebec for Seniors' Well-Being
Thousands took part in the sixth annual seniors' well‑being walk across Quebec, including about 1,500 in Montreal and 500 in Quebec City, to promote older adults' welfare.
Housing Advocates Occupy Vacant Sud‑Ouest Building to Push Action
Housing advocates set up a temporary residence in a vacant Sud‑Ouest building on September 28, 2026, urging Quebec politicians to act on the housing crisis ahead of the upcoming election.
