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Genetic analysis of melanoma tumors in catfish from Quebec and northeastern U.S. lakes suggests the cancer can spread between individuals, a rare example of transmissible cancer. The finding marks the first possible case of contagious melanoma in fish.
In May 2026, sixteen fawns were born in Quebec's captive caribou herd, increasing its numbers as part of the province's wildlife conservation program.
Wood turtle Marguerite was released back into the wild on July 13, 2026 after a year of veterinary care at CRTQ following a car‑related shell fracture. Her successful recovery demonstrates the role of the centre in rehabilitating injured wildlife.
A 730‑pound great white shark named Bella was recorded near the Magdalen Islands, confirming that large sharks are making regular seasonal appearances as the species recovers in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
A falcon missing from Ocean City's boardwalk for almost a month was found hiding at Shore Medical Center on July 6, 2026, surprising staff and the local community.
Scientists report a decline in Ontario's insect population, observed in a Greater Toronto Area reserve, which may reduce food for birds, fish and frogs. The findings highlight potential ecosystem impacts and the need for continued monitoring.
Quebec and the Canadian federal government have reached a funding agreement to support caribou conservation, sparking mixed responses from environmental groups. The pact aims to address the province's long‑standing decline in caribou numbers through joint financial backing of protective measures.
A toddler was bitten by a coyote in a Whitby park on June 22, 2026, leading to police and medical response amid rising coyote sightings across the Greater Toronto Area.
A kangaroo that escaped after being illegally kept on Montreal’s South Shore was taken in by Granby Zoo staff on June 19, 2026, and is now eating well. The zoo is monitoring the animal as it adjusts to its new surroundings.
A kangaroo that escaped illegal private ownership on Montreal's South Shore has been taken in by Granby Zoo, where staff report it is eating well and under veterinary care.
A kangaroo that escaped after being illegally kept on Montreal's South Shore has been rescued and is now being cared for at Granby Zoo, where it appears to be eating well. Authorities are investigating the illegal possession while the zoo monitors the animal's health.
An escaped kangaroo spotted near Highway 20 in Boucherville was captured by authorities on June 17, 2026, ending a brief period of roaming on Montreal's South Shore.
A wallaby that fled from a stable in Boucherville on June 16 is still missing after five days, prompting ongoing local searches in the South Shore of Montreal.
A kangaroo seen on Highway 20 in Boucherville was captured by authorities on June 17, 2026, after earlier sightings prompted a swift police response.
Zoo officials confirmed that the kangaroo roaming on Montreal’s South Shore was captured on June 17, 2026 and is healthy, following videos that showed it hopping around a field after being reported missing the previous week.
A kangaroo that roamed free on Montreal’s South Shore was captured on June 17, 2026, and zoo officials reported it to be healthy after a swift response by local authorities.
A small marsupial, likely escaped from illegal captivity, has been roaming Montreal's South Shore, prompting the Quebec Environment Ministry and animal rights advocates to raise concerns about wildlife trafficking.
A red kangaroo named Joey has been on the loose on Montreal's South Shore since June 12, prompting local authorities to search for the non‑native animal. The situation highlights the rarity of such species appearing outside captivity in Canada.
A wallaby that escaped from a private stable in Boucherville remains at large five days after the incident, prompting ongoing monitoring and public caution. Local authorities are working to locate and safely capture the animal.
Authorities captured a kangaroo that had been sighted on Highway 20 in Boucherville on June 16, 2026, after a coordinated response from animal control and police. No injuries were reported during the operation.
