Rain and Thunderstorm Warnings Issued Across Quebec
Weather authorities have placed rain and thunderstorm warnings on several regions of Quebec for Saturday, July 18, 2026, urging residents to stay alert and follow safety recommendations.
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Quebec Police Ethics Commissioner Opens Probe into Montreal‑Nord Racism Allegations
The Quebec police ethics commissioner opened an investigation on July 17, 2026, into allegations of racism and discrimination by police officers in Montreal‑Nord, a multicultural neighbourhood where concerns about bias have been raised.
Westmount Mayor Cited for Seven Ethics Violations
Mayor Michael Stern of Westmount was cited by the Quebec Municipal Commission for seven alleged ethics violations, including disrespectful language and uncivil behavior toward city officials and staff. The commission, which enforces municipal ethics rules, issued the notice on July 17, 2026.
Quebec Approves 12.5‑km Rail Bypass Around Lac‑Mégantic
Quebec approved a 12.5‑km rail bypass around Lac‑Mégantic on July 17, 2026, aiming to keep freight trains away from the town centre after the deadly 2013 derailment. The project moves forward after 13 years of safety advocacy.
Quebecers Shift to Laurentians as Montreal Population Falls
Quebec residents are increasingly leaving Montreal for the Laurentians, driven by lower costs and more space, leading local officials to plan for additional housing and infrastructure as provincial forecasts predict Montreal’s decline and Laurentian growth over the next 25 years.
Quebec Greenlights Olympic Stadium Modernization for 2028 Completion
Quebec has approved a renovation project to modernize Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, aiming to complete the work by 2028.
Westmount mayor cited for seven ethics breaches over disrespect
The Quebec Municipal Commission has charged the Westmount mayor with seven ethics breaches for allegedly disrespectful language toward officials and staff. The citations, filed on July 17, 2026, initiate a review that could result in disciplinary action.
Quebec Greenlights Renovation and Permanent Roof for Olympic Stadium
Quebec approved an interior renovation and permanent roof for Montreal’s Olympic Stadium on July 17, 2026, aiming to fix the venue's chronic retractable roof issues. The move follows years of roof problems and prior renovation delays.
Westmount Mayor Faces Seven Ethics Charges
Mayor Michael Stern of Westmount has been cited by the Quebec Municipal Commission with seven ethics charges for using disrespectful language toward municipal officials and staff.
Quebec Approves 12.5‑km Rail Bypass Around Lac‑Mégantic
Quebec approved a 12.5‑km rail bypass around Lac‑Mégantic on July 17, 2026, aiming to keep trains out of the town centre 13 years after the deadly 2013 derailment. The project seeks to improve safety while preserving freight traffic through the region.
Genome Quebec Gets $30 Million Grant, Must Cut Research Programs
Genome Quebec received a $30 million grant from the Quebec government, half of what it sought, and must now scale back its research programmes. The funding, essential to its support of hundreds of provincial researchers, will sustain core activities but forces cuts to other projects.
Quebec Approves Interior Renovation of Montreal’s Olympic Stadium
Quebec approved an interior renovation for Montreal’s Olympic Stadium and confirmed that work to replace its faulty retractable roof with a permanent structure is ongoing, aiming to modernize the iconic venue.
Quebec Ethics Commissioner Opens Racism Probe in Montréal‑Nord
The Quebec police ethics commissioner has launched an investigation into alleged racist and discriminatory conduct by officers in Montréal‑Nord, a diverse neighbourhood with a history of police‑resident tensions.
Westmount Mayor Cited for Seven Ethics Violations
Mayor Michael Stern of Westmount was cited by the Quebec Municipal Commission on July 17, 2026 for seven alleged ethics violations involving disrespectful language and uncivil behavior toward city officials and staff.
Quebec Removes Sales Tax on Select Grocery and Hygiene Items
On July 15, 2026, Quebec announced the removal of provincial sales tax on certain grocery and hygiene items, creating a tax exemption for those specific products.
Quebec Invests $670 Million to Expand Longueuil Hospital
Quebec has committed $670 million to add six new floors to Charles‑LeMoyne Hospital in Longueuil, expanding its capacity and aiming to improve regional health services.
Historic Quebec Cheese Brand Sold to French Company
A historic Quebec cheese producer, operating for decades, is being sold to a French firm, with the transfer announced on July 16, 2026. The acquisition aims to preserve the brand’s legacy while introducing new resources and market opportunities.
Quebec Ethics Commissioner Opens Probe into Montreal‑North Police Racism Claims
The Quebec Police Ethics Commissioner has opened an investigation into allegations of racist conduct by Montreal‑North police officers, responding to community complaints amid longstanding tensions in the multicultural borough.
Montreal Family Lives in Trailer as Tenants Challenge Eviction
A Montreal family lives in a trailer outside a duplex they bought while the existing tenants contest the repossession request in a Quebec housing tribunal, awaiting a decision on the eviction.
Yellow Sun, Thunderstorm Warning and Tornado Risk Sweep Quebec
Quebec issued a thunderstorm warning and highlighted a tornado risk on July 15, 2026, as the sun turned an unusual yellow, signaling atypical summer weather. Officials urge residents to stay alert and follow safety guidance.
