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Montreal cyclists have raised objections to the city’s June 2026 online bike‑lane survey, questioning its impartiality and the protection of personal data, as the municipality proceeds with plans to expand the bike‑path network.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Authority introduced electric Volvo tram cars on May 8, 2026, to replace older gasoline models, supporting sustainability and preserving the boardwalk’s iconic ride for future visitors.
A new Uber and Lyft pickup zone at Montréal‑Trudeau Airport, launched on July 1, 2026, is causing congestion and frustration for passengers and drivers, as even modest traffic creates bottlenecks in the limited space.
Montreal cyclists have raised concerns that the city’s online bike‑lane survey may lack impartiality and could compromise personal data, questioning the consultation’s objectivity and privacy.
Quebec plans to add bus‑only and carpool lanes to Highway 10 between Brossard and Carignan, alongside infrastructure upgrades, to improve South Shore access to the REM rapid‑transit system.
Camillien‑Houde Way will be closed from July 1 to July 14, 2026 for repairs needed before a bike race, forcing motorists to use detour routes over Mount Royal.
Two women were seriously injured in a early‑morning collision between a transport truck and a passenger vehicle on Highway 401 near Toronto, prompting an OPP and paramedic response and hospitalisation.
The TTC halted the Finch West LRT between Finch West and Humber College stations for 24 hours on June 29‑30 due to a communication issue, using shuttle buses to serve riders until the problem was fixed and service resumed.
Montreal cyclists are challenging the city’s online bike lane survey, citing concerns over its impartiality and the potential exposure of personal information. The dispute has sparked debate about the consultation’s design and data‑privacy safeguards.
The province will add dedicated lanes for buses and high‑occupancy vehicles while modernizing the highway’s older sections. The changes aim to make the REM light‑rail system more accessible for commuters on Montreal’s South Shore.
Montreal will close Camillien‑Houde Way on Mount Royal from June 30 to July 14, 2026, for two weeks of road repairs needed before a scheduled bike race, directing motorists to detour routes during the work.
An overhead wire failure on June 30 caused major delays and cancellations on three NJ Transit lines, impacting commuters, especially those traveling to the Wildwoods. NJ Transit dispatched repair crews and advised passengers to seek alternatives while work continued.
Montreal cyclists have raised concerns that the city’s June 2026 online bike lane survey may lack impartiality and could expose personal data, prompting debate over the consultation’s transparency.
Montreal cyclists are questioning the objectivity and data‑privacy safeguards of a city‑run online bike‑lane survey launched in early June, prompting scrutiny of the consultation process.
Quebec is planning a major upgrade of Highway 10 between Brossard and Carignan, adding bus and car‑pool lanes to improve access to the REM rail system and reduce congestion. The project forms part of a wider effort to modernise key roadways and boost public‑transit connectivity on the South Shore.
NJ Transit will raise fares by three percent statewide on July 1, 2026, bringing total hikes since 2024 to twenty-one percent, to cover a budget shortfall tied to World Cup expenses.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Authority will add three electric Volvo shuttles to its tram fleet this summer, supplementing historic trams and aiming to cut emissions while boosting service reliability.
Quebec’s government unveiled a plan to add bus and car‑pool lanes to Highway 10 between Brossard and Carignan, upgrading the aging road to improve REM transit access for South Shore commuters.
Camillien‑Houde Way in Mount Royal will be closed from June 30 to July 14 for road repairs ahead of a bike race, with motorists directed to detour routes until the street reopens on July 15.
Quebec announced a plan to add bus‑only and carpool lanes to Highway 10 between Brossard and Carignan, upgrading the corridor to improve South Shore residents' access to the REM light‑rail system.
