Quebec Police End Silver Alert After Finding 81-Year-Old Man
Quebec police lifted a Silver Alert on July 14 after finding an 81-year‑old man missing in Montreal, ending the province’s senior‑missing alert protocol.
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Quebec Boosts Wood Innovation Program with $24 Million
Quebec announced a $24 million addition to its Wood Innovation Program, modernizing the initiative to bolster research, development and competitiveness in the forest sector.
Economist Caroline De Guire Joins PLQ for Laval‑des‑Rapides Race
Economist Caroline De Guire, formerly a PQ member and donor, has switched to the Parti libéral du Québec and will run as its candidate in Laval‑des‑Rapides for the upcoming provincial election.
CAQ Minister François Bonnardel Announces End to Political Career
François Bonnardel, a CAQ cabinet minister and Granby MNA, announced on July 13, 2026, that he will not run in the upcoming provincial election and will serve out his current term before retiring from politics.
Wood Turtle Marguerite Released After Year of Care
Wood turtle Marguerite was released back into the wild on July 13, 2026 after a year of veterinary care at CRTQ following a car‑related shell fracture. Her successful recovery demonstrates the role of the centre in rehabilitating injured wildlife.
Quebec Campgrounds Fill Up with Young and New Residents
Quebec campgrounds are experiencing higher occupancy as younger people, newcomers, and first‑time campers book trips, reflecting a surge in the activity's popularity this summer.
Montreal, Quebec, Ottawa Commit $27 Million to Biosphere Museum
Montreal, Quebec and the federal government have pledged a combined $27 million to support the Biosphere museum, an iconic geodesic dome in the city. The joint funding aims to sustain the museum’s operations and preserve the landmark structure.
Six Quebec Clinics Add Over 20,000 Patients After New Agreement
Six Quebec family medicine groups have added over 20,000 patients after a new government‑doctor agreement, with several clinics nearly doubling their rosters and one doctor now caring for more than 3,300 patients.
ISQ Forecasts Uneven Population Growth Across Quebec Regions
The Institut de la statistique du Québec’s latest forecasts predict overall population growth for Quebec but anticipate declines in several regions, while housing demand across the province is expected to rise.
Quebec Hospitals Struggle with Heat Wave and Staff Shortages
Quebec hospitals are overcapacity due to a heat wave, rising trauma cases, and staff shortages, creating an unprecedented strain on the health system.
Quebec Announces $217 Million for Community Facility Upgrades
Quebec's government announced a $217 million investment on July 10, 2026 to upgrade cultural, sports, community and recreation‑tourism facilities, part of a broader effort to modernize local infrastructure and improve public services.
Natation Québec Plans International‑Standard Pool at Claude‑Robillard
Natation Québec announced plans to explore building an international‑standard swimming pool at Montreal's Claude‑Robillard complex, aiming to fill a provincial gap in facilities that meet global competition requirements.
Quebec Population Forecast Predicts Uneven Regional Growth
The Institut de la statistique du Québec’s new projections show uneven population growth across the province, with some regions expected to lose residents while overall housing demand rises. The data underscores continuing urban concentration and divergent regional challenges for housing and planning.
Quebec Hospitals Face Record Emergency Room Volumes
Hospitals in Montreal and Quebec City report unprecedented patient numbers in emergency departments in July 2026, overwhelming capacity and prompting close monitoring by health authorities.
Quebec Allocates $217 Million for Community Facility Upgrades
Quebec announced a $217 million investment on July 10, 2026 to modernise cultural, sports, community and recreation‑tourism facilities, supporting local activities and tourism.
Natation Québec Plans International‑Standard Pool at Claude‑Robillard
Natation Québec is exploring the construction of an international‑standard swimming pool at Montreal's Claude‑Robillard complex to address the province's lack of world‑class venues.
Family Medicine Groups Add Over 20,000 Patients After Quebec Deal
Six Quebec family medicine groups have enrolled over 20,000 patients after a new government‑doctor agreement, with several groups nearly doubling their caseloads and one doctor now serving more than 3,300 patients.
ISQ Forecast Shows Uneven Population Growth in Quebec
The Institut de la statistique du Québec released projections showing that while housing demand will rise across the province, some regions are expected to lose residents, creating divergent demographic trends that could affect regional planning and housing markets.
Quebec Population Forecast Predicts Uneven Regional Growth
ISQ’s new forecast shows Quebec’s overall population rising but with some regions set to lose residents, while housing demand intensifies in major urban areas.
Quebec Emergency Rooms Overwhelmed by Record Patient Volumes
Emergency rooms in Montreal and Quebec City have seen record patient crowds in early July, prompting hospitals to adjust operations as the surge strains resources province‑wide.
