Montreal’s Open‑Air Board Game Festival Draws Crowds
The three‑day Festival Ludique de Montréal opened in the Quartier Latin, drawing large crowds to try new board games and reflecting a growing interest in tabletop gaming across Quebec.
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Quebec Coroner Investigates Deaths of Three Children in Montreal
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Transmissible Melanoma Found in Quebec‑Vermont Lake Catfish
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Bromont Residents Find 150-Year-Old Time Capsule
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Board Game Boom Shines at Montreal’s Open‑Air Festival
A three‑day open‑air exhibition in Montreal’s Quartier Latin highlighted the rapid growth of Quebec’s board‑game sector, reflecting rising public interest and the industry’s expanding cultural and economic influence.
Transmissible Melanoma Detected in One-Third of Lake Catfish
Researchers have found a transmissible melanoma affecting about one third of brown bullhead catfish in Lake Memphremagog, the first known transmissible cancer in fish. The discovery will be monitored for its ecological implications across the Quebec‑Vermont waterway.
Quebec Paramedic Unions Secure Tentative Deal After Three Years
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Bromont Residents Find 150-Year-Old Time Capsule
Two Bromont residents uncovered a 150-year-old time capsule from the 1870s and have not revealed its contents. Authorities have been notified as the community awaits further information.
Quebec Board Game Scene Thrives at Montreal's Open‑Air Festival
A three‑day open‑air board‑game exhibition in Montreal’s Quartier Latin drew visitors eager to try new titles, underscoring a surge in Quebec’s tabletop market.
Quebec Coroner Investigates Deaths of Three Youth‑Protected Children
The Quebec coroner’s office is investigating the deaths of two teenagers and a four‑year‑old girl who were under Batshaw Youth and Family Centres’ supervision in Montreal, with the inquiry beginning on July 25, 2026.
Quebec Paramedics Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
More than 1,000 Quebec paramedics with Urgences‑santé have reached a tentative collective‑contract agreement with the provincial government, ending years of operating without a formal contract.
Asylum Seeker Lands Job After 400 Applications in Quebec
An asylum seeker sent over 400 applications to Montreal employers, grew discouraged, and ultimately found a satisfying job in a regional area of Quebec, highlighting how newcomers are turning to surrounding regions amid a tight city job market.
Three Youth Deaths Spur Staff Claims of Systemic Issues at Batshaw
Three children died under the care of Batshaw Youth and Family Centres in March 2026, prompting staff to allege systemic problems and call for increased oversight.
Second Tornado Confirmed in Saint-Donat, Quebec
Meteorological experts confirmed a second tornado struck Saint-Donat, Quebec on July 21, 2026, following an earlier tornado in Harrington, marking two tornadoes in the province within days.
Quebec Stops AI and Automation Projects in Public Service
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Private Funeral for Actor Marc Messier, Quebec Flag Lowered
Marc Messier’s private funeral was held in Montreal on July 25, 2026, while Quebec’s flag was lowered to half‑mast in Quebec City, reflecting both his family’s wish for privacy and the province’s official tribute.
Premier Uncertain About Final Churchill Falls Deal
Quebec Premier, citing Wakeham, said early July 2026 that there is no certainty a final agreement on the Churchill Falls hydroelectric project will be reached as provincial leaders continue negotiations on the longstanding contract.
Open‑Air Board Game Festival Attracts Crowds in Montreal
The Festival Ludique de Montréal launched a three‑day open‑air board‑game exhibition in Montreal’s Quartier Latin, attracting large crowds and highlighting growing interest in Quebec’s board‑game sector.
Second Tornado Confirmed in Saint-Donat, Quebec
Experts confirmed a second tornado struck Saint-Donat, Quebec on July 21, 2026, following an earlier tornado in Harrington, marking two separate events in the province within days.
