Quebec Police Hotline Offline Due to Technical Glitch
A technical glitch has rendered the Sûreté du Québec’s crime‑reporting hotlines *4141 and 310‑4141 inoperable, prompting police to ask the public not to call until the service is restored.
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Service Dog Flavie Eases Student Stress at Montreal High School
Flavie, a golden retriever mix, has served as a facility service dog at L.I.N.K.S. High School in Montreal since 2023, offering emotional support to students. The program is part of a wider Quebec trend of using service dogs in schools to help learners manage anxiety and stress.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed in Bona‑Dussault Boulevard Collision
A man in his 70s was struck by a vehicle on Bona‑Dussault Boulevard in Saint‑Marc‑des‑Carrières on September 18, 2026, and died later in hospital, according to Quebec provincial police.
Six Injured as Vehicle Hits Festival Attendees, Man Arrested
Six people were injured when a vehicle struck attendees at the Festival Western de St‑Tite, and a man was arrested in Quebec City in connection with the incident.
Montreal Fashion Week Showcases Quebec Craftsmanship and Sustainability
Montreal Fashion Week on September 18 highlighted Quebec-made clothing, emphasizing sustainability and local purchasing, with participation from Gautier Berlemont, MMode and Sudha Krishnan.
Quebec Line Dancing School Grows to Ten Sites
A Saint‑Lazare line‑dancing school has expanded to ten sites across greater Montreal due to a sharp rise in attendance, reflecting the growing popularity of line dancing throughout Quebec.
Montreal Man Held as High‑Risk Accused at Forensic Institute
A Montreal man, responsible for a 2023 family murder in Rosemont, is detained as a high‑risk accused at the Philippe‑Pinel forensic psychiatric institute, with authorities emphasizing ongoing public safety concerns.
Montreal Fashion Week Showcases Sustainable Quebec Craftsmanship
Montreal Fashion Week on September 18 highlighted Quebec craftsmanship and sustainable, locally sourced fashion, featuring designers such as Gautier Berlemont of MMode and emphasizing eco‑friendly practices.
Montreal Mayor Mulls Lawsuit Over Baby Found in Encampment
Montreal’s mayor is contemplating suing the Quebec government after a baby was found in a Notre‑Dame Street encampment, intensifying debate over homelessness policies and straining city‑province relations.
Montreal Mayor Absent from UMQ Electoral Summit in Quebec City
The UMQ’s annual electoral summit began in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, without the mayor of Montreal in attendance, while municipal officials from across the province continued with the scheduled program.
Six Hospitalized After Vehicle Hits Crowd at Quebec Country Music Festival
A vehicle driven by a man in his 20s struck a crowd at the Festival Western de Saint‑Tite early Saturday, hospitalizing six people. Police tracked the vehicle to the Quebec City area an hour later and are continuing the investigation.
Montreal Mayor Skips Start of UMQ Electoral Summit
The UMQ's annual electoral summit began in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, with Montreal's mayor absent. The event proceeded as scheduled, gathering municipal officials from across Quebec.
Montreal Fashion Week Spotlights Quebec Craftsmanship and Sustainability
Montreal Fashion Week opened on September 18, 2026, emphasizing Quebec‑made designs, sustainable practices and local purchasing, with designers like Gautier Berlemont of MMode and Sudha Krishnan leading the effort.
Montreal Fashion Week Showcases Local Craftsmanship and Sustainability
Montreal Fashion Week on September 18 highlighted Quebec designers, sustainable practices and local sourcing, featuring Gautier Berlemont, MMode and Sudha Krishnan. The event aimed to promote eco‑friendly production and support the province’s fashion community.
Record 908 Candidates File for Quebec Election on Oct. 5
Quebec has recorded a historic 908 prospective candidates for its October 5, 2026 provincial election, the highest number ever filed, prompting extensive preparation by electoral officials.
Quebec Party Leaders Unveil Infrastructure, Homelessness Plans to Mayors
Five Quebec party leaders presented their infrastructure maintenance and homelessness plans to municipal mayors at a September 18 summit, outlining approaches ahead of the provincial election.
Journalists Demand Independent Probe of Police Assaults in Montreal
The Canadian Association of Journalists and the Independent Investigations Office have called for an independent investigation into multiple police assaults on Montreal reporters, including a recent incident on September 16, 2026. The request seeks to examine police conduct and protect press freedom in Quebec.
Montreal Mayor Skips UMQ Electoral Summit in Quebec City
The Union of Quebec Municipalities began its annual electoral summit in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, without the mayor of Montreal in attendance, as municipal leaders gathered to discuss upcoming elections and shared challenges.
Montreal Fashion Week Showcases Quebec Craftsmanship and Sustainability
Montreal Fashion Week in September 2026 highlights Quebec craftsmanship and sustainable, locally sourced fashion, aiming to promote environmentally friendly practices and support local makers.
Diver Injured by White Shark Off Percé Remains Conscious
A diver on a Plongée Percé trip off Percé was injured by a white shark on September 16, 2026, remained conscious, removed his gear after surfacing, and received medical care.
