Court Interpreter Convicted of Attempted Murder in 2024 Stabbing
A court interpreter was convicted on July 6, 2026 of attempted murder and illegal weapon possession for a January 2024 stabbing at a Longueuil courthouse.
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Quebec Clears Path for 200,000 More Hectares of Farm Land
Quebec announced regulatory reforms that could open up to 200,000 hectares for farming, earning praise from the agricultural union and concern from environmental groups.
Air Liaison Challenges Quebec’s Sudden Aid Termination
Air Liaison is contesting Quebec’s decision to end its financial aid, alleging the Ministry of Transport acted without notice or consultation, and the airline plans to pursue legal and administrative challenges.
Former CAQ Minister Pierre Dufour Switches to Quebec Liberals
Former CAQ minister Pierre Dufour announced he will run for the Quebec Liberal Party in the fall 2026 election, citing the governing party's neglect of regional needs in Abitibi‑Témiscamingue.
35,000 Quebec Power Customers Still Without Electricity After Storms
Severe thunderstorms on July 3, 2026 caused damaging winds that left over 35,000 southern Quebec customers without electricity, prompting Hydro-Québec to launch extensive repair efforts.
Hydro‑Québec Plans Higher Rates for Top 5% of Users
Hydro‑Québec proposes a surcharge for residential households using over 35,000 kWh annually, affecting the top five percent of consumers, as part of a rate‑structure review.
Hydro-Québec Announces Recruitment Drive for 35,000 Workers
Hydro‑Québec announced a July 4 recruitment drive to hire 35,000 workers for construction and other paid jobs across Quebec, aiming to counter a labor shortage as its infrastructure projects expand.
Hydro-Québec Proposes Higher Rates for Top 5% Users
Hydro-Québec is proposing higher electricity rates for the top five percent of residential users who consume over 35,000 kWh annually. The plan is under regulatory review and would affect only those high‑consumption households.
Les Cèdres and Quebec Ministry Act to End Untreated Sewage
Les Cèdres and Quebec’s Environment Ministry have agreed on emergency measures to stop six months of untreated sewage discharges into a local stream, following a La Presse report that exposed the issue.
Hydro-Québec Restores Power to Thousands After Storm Outages
Hydro-Québec started restoring power to about 20,000 Montreal households on July 3 after severe thunderstorms caused widespread outages, with crews working gradually to repair the damage.
Over 2,000 Quebec Households Still Homeless After Moving Day
Over 2,000 Quebec households lacked leases after the July 1 moving day, prompting housing advocates to say that simply building more apartments has not solved the province’s rental affordability crisis.
Les Cèdres Starts Emergency Work to Stop Untreated Sewage
Les Cédres municipality began emergency measures on July 4, 2026 to stop untreated sewage from flowing into a local stream, after a La Presse report exposed six months of discharges affecting about 500 residents.
Hydro‑Québec Announces Recruitment Drive for 35,000 Jobs
Hydro‑Québec announced a recruitment drive for 35,000 paid positions to support its expanding construction and infrastructure projects amid a tight labour market, especially in remote areas of Quebec.
Severe Thunderstorms Topple Trees in North Montreal
Intense thunderstorms on July 2, 2026, caused widespread tree damage on Montreal's north side, prompting immediate cleanup by municipal crews.
Hydro‑Québec Proposes Higher Rates for Highest‑Use Homes
Hydro‑Québec plans to increase rates for residential customers using over 35,000 kWh annually, representing the top five percent of users, as part of a review of its rate structure.
Hydro-Québec Announces Recruitment Drive for 35,000 Workers
Hydro‑Québec launched a hiring campaign on July 4 to fill 35,000 paid positions across Quebec, aiming to alleviate a labor shortage affecting its expanding construction and remote‑region projects.
Former CAQ Minister Pierre Dufour Switches to Liberal Party
Former CAQ minister Pierre Dufour announced he will run as a Liberal candidate in the fall 2026 Quebec election, citing regional concerns, while the Liberal Party welcomed his switch.
Montreal Comiccon Opens with Star‑Studded Weekend
Montreal Comiccon’s 16th edition opened Friday, July 3, and will run through Sunday, featuring sci‑fi, comic‑book and gaming stars, with coverage by CBC News reporters.
Thunderstorms Ravage Southern Quebec, Power Outages Widespread
Violent thunderstorms with strong winds struck Laurentides, Montreal, Mauricie and Lanaudière on July 2, damaging buildings, uprooting trees and causing widespread power outages, marking a second day of severe weather in the region.
Quebec Grants Emergency Permit to Raise Landfill Height
Quebec granted a one‑year emergency permit on July 2, 2026, to temporarily raise the height of garbage piles at the Terrebonne landfill, extending its operation as the site nears capacity.
