Quebec

Moving day in Montreal, Canada, on July 1, 2026, is overshadowed by a housing crisis in Quebec.

A train derailed in Repentigny, Que., specifically in the Le Gardeur sector on Sunday afternoon. Police confirmed there were no injuries reported.

New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and British Columbia are providing assistance to Quebec's wildfire prevention and suppression agency to combat fires. Three provinces are collaborating on wildfire management efforts.

Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Inuit leadership in Kuujjuaq, the largest community in the Nunavik region of northern Quebec. This is the first visit by a sitting prime minister to the village in nearly 20 years.

A teenager was fatally injured on a ski lift in Quebec, and their family is grieving, expressing that the teen's life 'shouldn't be over.'

Megan Bell, a teenager, died in February after her clothes became entangled in a chairlift at Centre Vorlage in western Quebec during a school field trip. Her parents are publicly addressing the tragedy and raising concerns about the emergency response.

Ottawa is relaunching the federal greener homes grant in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, and British Columbia after a hiatus. The program aims to support home retrofits in these provinces.

There will not be an English-language debate before the upcoming Quebec provincial election, as two of the main parties declined an invitation to participate.

Washington state is set to agree to link its carbon markets with California and Quebec. The agreement, to be signed Thursday, has been years in the making.

A Quebec-based RCMP officer was arrested for allegedly making online threats against U.S. President Donald Trump. The officer faces charges related to uttering threats on social media platforms.

A 339-mile hydropower line from Quebec to Queens, called the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), now supplies clean energy to New York City's grid, capable of powering 1 million homes and reducing carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons through 2040. The project, operational since May 13, was celebrated by Governor Kathy Hochul for its role in reducing fossil fuel reliance and addressing environmental justice concerns in areas like Astoria.

Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon stated that Quebec would withdraw from a high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto if his party forms the next government. The project's involvement would be prevented under a PQ-led administration.

Quebec has introduced legislation to ban the sale of energy drinks to individuals under 16. A mother whose son died at 15 after consuming a Red Bull while on ADHD medication stated it was 'the right thing to do.'

Quebec plans to expand Bill 101 to restrict access to English-language adult education for individuals not part of the province's 'historic anglophone' community. The government stated that such students would no longer be eligible for English-language education if the laws are expanded.

New York City now receives electricity from hydropower dams in Quebec via the Champlain Hudson Power Express, a 330-mile transmission line capable of supplying 1,250 megawatts—enough for a million homes. The project, developed by Hydro-Québec and Transmission Developers Inc., aims to reduce fossil fuel reliance and ease summer energy shortages.

The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) is a trilateral governance model involving Vermont, New York, and Quebec, managed by a steering committee with agency officials and citizen advisory committees. It emphasizes consensus-based decision-making, public trust principles, and long-term resource management, aligning with Elinor Ostrom’s governance theories.

Aluminum prices reached a four-year high due to a tighter global market. The Rio Tinto Alma aluminum smelter in Quebec, Canada, contributes to the company's production, with the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region accounting for nearly half of Rio Tinto’s global aluminum output.

Quebec's Domestic Security Minister Ian Lafrenière is investigating Longueuil police after an officer fatally shot 15-year-old Nooran Rezayi in September. The inquiry follows the teen's shooting death.

California air regulators updated the cap-and-trade climate program, granting free allowances to companies building emission-reducing projects. Environmentalists and the oil industry criticized the changes, arguing they weaken emissions cuts and hinder energy cost reductions, while regulators claim it supports business retention and climate goals.

Quebec provincial politicians have unanimously supported a motion urging the National Hockey League (NHL) to permit public Montreal Canadiens watch parties in the Outaouais region. The motion highlights the cultural significance of the team and the demand for communal viewing events.

Researchers in Quebec have analyzed data on obstetric and gynecological violence against Indigenous women from 1956 to 2023, revealing systemic violations of their bodily autonomy in the healthcare system. The findings highlight alarming patterns of mistreatment and historical injustices faced by Indigenous women in Quebec.

A global mining company was fined $100 million for contaminating Quebec's Côte-Nord waters over a decade, marking the highest fine of its kind. Experts highlight the challenges in regulating Canada's mining sector despite the landmark penalty.

CAE Inc., a flight simulation and training firm, expects profit growth driven by defense contracts and cost-cutting measures. The company was scheduled to release earnings figures on August 14, 2019.

Bird Construction is preparing to launch its first corporate bond sale, marking a significant capital markets milestone for the Canadian construction company. The financing move comes as the company seeks to raise capital for its operations and growth initiatives.

A Canadian miner is set to start a graphite project, challenging China's dominance in the industry. The project is located in Quebec, Canada, and will be operated by Nouveau Monde Graphite. This move aims to reduce reliance on Chinese graphite exports.

BCE is experiencing success with its AI-powered business and has seen an increase in revenue. The company's progress is notable, with a focus on innovative technology. BCE's achievements are likely to have a positive impact on its future growth.

Ardian is assisting Canada's largest pension funds, including the Caisse de Depot et Placement du Quebec (CDPQ), in exiting buyout funds. The event in Montreal on February 25, 2026, highlights CDPQ's 2025 financial results.

Mark Carney's Liberal government in Canada has secured a parliamentary majority following special elections in Ontario and Quebec, enabling legislative agenda advancement without opposition support. The victory extends the Liberal administration's governance until 2029.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) in Quebec is conducting 'unprecedented' deportations, leading to family separations, according to refugee advocates. Advocates criticize the enforcement actions for their harsh social impact.

Amazon has expressed willingness to engage in discussions with Canadian officials regarding its operations shutdown in Quebec. The company is open to dialogue about the situation affecting its Canadian business operations.