Ontario Truck Drivers Boost Quebec License Swaps by 30%
Ontario truck drivers applying to swap their licences for Quebec’s version have risen 30 percent, indicating a growing relocation of drivers to the province.
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Students Protest Montreal College Closure After Permit Suspension
Students at a Montreal college protested on July 19 after Quebec suspended the school’s operating permit, forcing its closure and jeopardizing international students who rely on the institution for immigration status.
Quebec Invests $1 Million to Support Volunteer Sports Programs
Quebec’s government announced a $1 million investment on July 19, 2026 to support volunteer‑run leisure and sport programs, aiming to boost community participation and sustain recreational activities across the province.
Man Charged with Criminal Defamation After Filming Police Insults
A young man was charged with criminal defamation after filming himself hurling misogynistic insults at a Montreal police officer during a traffic stop in June 2026, invoking Quebec’s law that criminalises public insults against police.
CBC Music Announces Quebec’s 30 Classical Talents Under 30
CBC Music’s July 20 announcement added thirty Quebec classical musicians under 30 to its annual list, recognizing their recent work in performance, composition and education. The selection highlights the province’s vibrant emerging talent and continues the broadcaster’s tradition of showcasing young artists nationwide.
Quebec Gas Prices Near $2 per Litre as Middle East Tensions Rise
Montreal’s gasoline price jumped from $1.50 per litre in February to nearly $2 per litre in July 2026, driven by Middle East tensions, leading to growing consumer concern.
Quebec Tribunal Allows Most Family Into Ahuntsic Duplex
The Quebec housing tribunal ordered most of a Montreal family to move into their Ahuntsic duplex on September 1, ending their stay in the driveway while awaiting a resolution.
Quebec Approves Interior Overhaul of Montreal’s Olympic Stadium
The Quebec government approved an interior renovation of Montreal’s Olympic Stadium on July 17, 2026, replacing its faulty retractable roof with a permanent structure. The move aims to resolve long‑standing roof problems and secure the venue’s future use.
Westmount Mayor Michael Stern Cited for Seven Ethics Violations
Westmount Mayor Michael Stern was cited by the Quebec Municipal Commission on July 17 for seven alleged ethics violations, including disrespectful language and uncivil behavior toward city officials and staff. The citation initiates a formal review under the commission’s ethics enforcement framework.
Rain and Thunderstorm Warnings Issued Across Quebec
Quebec's weather authorities issued rain and thunderstorm warnings on July 18, 2026 for multiple regions, alerting residents to expected wet conditions and lightning.
Quebec Artists Feature in Six Canadian CODAawards Finalists
Six Canadian public artworks, including three from Quebec, have become finalists in the CODAawards, placing them among the competition's top 100 worldwide selections.
Quebec Greenlights Permanent Roof for Montreal Olympic Stadium
Quebec approved a major interior renovation of Montreal's Olympic Stadium on July 17, 2026, replacing the problematic retractable roof with a permanent one and upgrading the interior to improve reliability and functionality.
Quebec Ethics Commissioner Opens Probe into Montréal‑Nord Police Racism Claims
The Quebec police ethics commissioner opened an investigation on July 17, 2026 into alleged racist and discriminatory conduct by officers in the multicultural neighbourhood of Montréal‑Nord, responding to community complaints and prior scrutiny of police practices.
Foreign Students Rally Over Private College Closures in Montreal
Foreign students protested in downtown Montreal on July 19, demanding a permanent solution after the Quebec Ministry of Education refused to renew permits for four private colleges, leaving their studies uncertain.
Quebec Artworks Among Top 100 CODA Public Art Finalists
Three Quebec artworks are among the 100 finalists for the CODA Awards' best public art category, part of a six‑piece Canadian representation in the 2026 competition.
Cameroonian Community Holds 12th Annual Cultural Day in LaSalle
The Cameroonian community in Montreal held its 12th annual Cultural Day in LaSalle on July 18‑19, organized by the Ngoketunjia Cultural Association to showcase the nation’s diversity and share its cultural richness with the city.
Westmount Mayor Michael Stern Cited for Seven Ethics Violations
Mayor Michael Stern of Westmount received a citation on July 17, 2026 for seven alleged ethics violations, as reported by the Quebec Municipal Commission, which oversees municipal conduct in the province.
Quebec Records 39 Suspected Drownings as Summer Peaks
Quebec’s Lifesaving Society reports 39 suspected drowning deaths in 2026 and expects the total to rise over the next two weeks, coinciding with the construction holiday and the summer peak for such incidents.
Artist Paints Night‑Sky Barn Mural Honoring Black Heritage
Stina Baudin painted a night‑sky mural on a 19th‑century barn in Quebec’s Eastern Townships to spotlight the area’s forgotten Black heritage, turning the historic structure into a public‑art reminder of the community’s long‑standing presence.
Westmount Mayor Cited for Seven Ethics Violations
Mayor Michael Stern of Westmount was cited by the Quebec Municipal Commission for seven alleged ethics violations involving disrespectful language and uncivil behavior toward city officials and staff.
