Tuesday · May 19, 2026
Project Aurora: crime-fighting initiative gains traction
Projet Aurora, launched by the SPVM in late January, is showing results across the city—discussion thread full of locals noticing fewer incidents in their neighborhoods.
First-timer looking for gyms with included personal training
A 25-year-old new to fitness is asking downtown and South Shore gyms if any include personal training in their membership packages—company covers most of it.
Where to find Hazbin Hotel merch in the city
Someone visiting Montreal for the week is hunting for Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss stuff—asking if there's anywhere like Hot Topic in the city to grab anime merch.
REM's new extension finally open—full line tested day one
The newest REM extension is live, and people are already riding the full line from Anse-à-l'Orme to Bois-Franc. Someone did the entire run on opening day and posted about it.
Projet Montréal wants a rent assistance fund for the city
The municipal party just proposed a new rent assistance program with the slogan "Housing should not be a privilege." It's sparking debate on Reddit about affordability and what...
People asking where to find BBQ grills in Montreal parks
Someone asked on r/montreal if the city has installed charcoal BBQ setups in parks like Ottawa does, and it's sparking a whole conversation about where Montrealers actually grill.
French language law discussion heating up on r/montreal
Locals are debating Quebec's French language policies hard on Reddit right now. The conversation spans generations of language law, identity, and what "French" means in a city...
Downtown erupted after Canadiens beat Sabres in Game 7 OT
The Canadiens knocked out Buffalo in overtime Monday night and Montreal's streets went wild. Downtown packed with fans, Saint-Catherine was pure energy, everyone celebrating...
Nylander's Montreal Bucket List: Coffee, Brunch & Japanese Dining
Toronto Maple Leafs star reveals his favorite local spots for F1 weekend—from Old Port cafés to Mile-End roasters to a Crescent Street Japanese hotspot.
Sex Workers Strike Set for Grand Prix Weekend
Montreal dancers and massage workers plan coordinated action Saturday targeting bar fees and worker protections during city's most lucrative weekend.
Habs playoff roar literally shook the city
Bell Centre fans' goal celebrations registered as microearthquakes—0.5 on the Richter scale during the last two playoff games.
Laurent Commission Report Card: Only Half of Child Protection Goals Met
Five-year review shows just 29 of 65 recommendations from landmark 2021 commission have been implemented or largely realized.
Grand Prix weekend: rain moving in Sunday
Montréal's F1 weekend starts sunny but clouds gather—Saturday evening showers possible, Sunday race day looking wet.
Marconi Brand Returns Under Canadian Ownership After 123 Years
Montreal-based military communications firm rebrands and breaks free from UK and US ownership, backed by investor group led by ex-National Bank CEO.
Lisette begins Blue Line's eastward dig
A three-story tunnel-boring machine named after Montréal's first woman métro operator starts carving 4.6 km of the Blue Line extension.
Montrealers hunting for full-fat milk like it's treasure
Someone posted asking where to find milk above 3% fat in Westmount—apparently Ontario's got 6% available now and the city's wondering why we can't get the same. Grocery store...
REM crushes it on opening day—capacity already getting tested
The new REM extension opened and people are packed on those trains from day one. Word's spreading on Reddit that the line is hitting its limits already. Quality infrastructure...
J-C bridge traffic chaos has everyone asking what happened
Commuters heading to the South Shore are stuck—normally 30 minutes from downtown turned into hours under the bridge this afternoon. Traffic jammed from the Jacques-Cartier both...
Jacques Varré Named VP of Commercial Ops at Door Controls USA
The Dallas-based automatic door systems company brings on a new senior leader to oversee commercial operations across the U.S. and Canada.
Spring vibes hitting different this year
City's waking up. Parks are packed, everyone's out, and the weather's finally cooperating. This is why we survive the winters.
REM line hits capacity issues on day one
The new Anse-à-l'Orme REM extension opened Monday and people are already noticing the frequency isn't hitting targets. Service is running at 14-minute intervals instead of the...
Projet Montréal Pushes Rent Assistance Fund Amid Housing Crisis
The opposition party proposes diverting homebuyer subsidies to a new fund designed to prevent evictions as 65% of Montrealers rent.
Teen Arrested in 2024 Frampton Murder Case
Quebec police say an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with violent events that left a 14-year-old dead nearly two years ago.
Man Stabbed in RDP, Police Search for Suspects
A 49-year-old victim was found with multiple stab wounds Monday night in Rivière-des-Prairies; investigators pursuing leads.
Habs Shake the Bell Centre Into Eastern Conference Finals
Montreal advances to the Conference Final after a 3-2 Game 7 overtime thriller against Buffalo, with rookie Jakub Dobes stealing the spotlight.
Blue Line's Underground Phase Begins With TBM Naming
Montreal's Blue Line extension enters construction's most critical phase as a massive tunnel boring machine prepares to dig 4.6 kilometres eastward.
La Ronde's Summer Takeover: New Owner, New Rules
Montreal's beloved amusement park reopens under fresh ownership with updated pricing, extended hours, and a reset vibe for 2026.
Montreal in Habs colours after playoff victory
The whole city painted itself blue, white, and red last night. Every corner, every neighborhood—people out celebrating the Canadiens advancing. Montreal does playoff season...
Rent prices in Montreal are absolutely wild right now
People are actually shocked at what landlords are asking for 4½s this year. $1,800 without washer/dryer, heating not included, parking another $200—and we thought rent was...
Habs fans losing their minds at Bell Centre during Game 7 OT
That moment when Newhook scored in OT at the Bell Centre watch party? Everyone lost it. The whole crowd erupted, people were hugging strangers, and the energy was absolutely...
Montreal Man Wanted for Terrorism Not Being Brought Home by Ottawa
Wassim Boughadou is one of several Canadians sought by RCMP for terror offences, but the government hasn't prioritized repatriation.
Montreal Police Deploy Heavy Presence After Playoff Watch Party
Crowds gathered at Bell Centre following Game 7 victory; at least two detentions reported amid scattered incidents.
Canada's Largest AI Conference Sells Out, Cements Edmonton's Tech Rising
Upper Bound breaks records with 11,000 attendees and 53% growth, positioning Alberta as a global AI innovation hub.
Ex-Montrealer Documents Early-Onset Alzheimer's Journey
Heidi Levitt's intimate film 'Walk With Me' charts her family's four-year battle with a diagnosis that blindsided them.
Habs Head to Eastern Final After Game 7 Overtime Thriller
Alex Newhook's OT goal sends Montreal past Buffalo and into Conference Final matchup with Carolina.
Mile End Finds Soundcore Headphones in Parc Lahaie
Someone found a pair of black Soundcore headphones on a bench in Parc Lahaie and is holding them for the owner. If those are yours, head to the community board or ask around...