Tuesday · Aug 18, 2026
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Montreal eyeing REM de l'Est revival?
There's chatter about Montreal wanting to revive the REM de l'Est project — the eastern light rail expansion that's been stalled.
$70 for a 10-minute taxi ride?
Someone got quoted $70 cash for a 10-minute taxi ride after a concert, driver refused to use the meter. Same route cost $12 on Uber. Worth reporting that meter scam.
When does rush hour start in Montreal?
New person moving to Montreal asking when rush hour actually starts on weekdays — apparently they can leave at 3 a.m. if needed but would rather not.
Mailbox at YUL airport?
Someone asked if there's a mailbox at YUL and they're in departures with an hour to spare — gotta ship those pricey postcards before takeoff.
Montreal-based diver Molly Carlson readies first 27-metre cliff dive attempt Aug. 27
Fresh off a world-first Shark Week plunge in the Bahamas, the 27-year-old is tackling the height she's always wanted to reach — matching the men's competition standard.
Titanique - Montreal
Theatre St. Denis
Myles Smith with Michael Marcagi
Place Bell
Youppi! nominated for Best NHL Mascot in USA Today Sports Readers' Choice Awards
Montreal's iconic mascot is among 20 contenders; fans can vote online until September 14, with top 10 announced September 23.
Dune Part 3 IMAX tickets selling fast for December screenings
Cinéma Banque Scotia's first Insider showing December 14 is sold out; December 15 has only a couple seats left. But more tickets dropped for the rest of December and into January.
Les Mardis Latin Groove X Terrasse
Le Balcon
Mardi Latin Groove
Le Balcon X Terrasse
Montreal metro turns 60 with fall celebrations, community storytelling project
The STM is marking six decades with events featuring local sports teams, artists, and musicians; residents invited to share metro memories for October unveiling.
Chairs appeared at Place metro stop after STM bus shuffle
Someone left a bunch of chairs at the Place metro stop after the STM moved the bus stop. Residents didn't waste the opportunity — now there's an unofficial seating area.
PQ rules out Quebec referendum until after Trump's presidency ends
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said a PQ government would not hold a sovereignty referendum before January 20, 2029, when Trump's current term concludes.
ParkMTL parking app now on iPhone
ParkMTL, a free parking map app built from Montreal's open data, just landed on iOS. Search by address, check real-time rules for your block, and see when restrictions lift.
John Abbott College faculty say toxic work climate undermining campus morale
Teachers at the West Island CEGEP gathered Tuesday to protest what they describe as months of workplace dysfunction, citing a vacant HR position and attacks on governance members.
YUL recommending 3-hour buffer before domestic flights — overkill or necessary?
Montreal airport's telling people to show up three hours early for domestic flights. Commuters on Reddit are debating whether that's legit or excessive for a quick hop to Toronto.
Montreal-area drive-in movie theaters — anyone know where they are?
Looking for a drive-in showing English movies for Labour Day weekend? A Reddit thread has locals asking the same question. Double features, if you can find one.
Montreal nephrologist's Guillain-Barré diagnosis offers rare view of paralysis disorder
Dr. Laura Horowitz, who treats kidney disease at the MUHC, was completely paralyzed by the autoimmune condition within two weeks last fall.
Youppi! up for best NHL mascot — cast your vote on USA Today
Youppi!'s in the running for best mascot in the league according to USA Today. Head over and vote for your furry Expos friend.
Quebec bakery pastries pulled from stores after Staphylococcus aureus detected
Boulangerie Pâtisserie La Belle Bleue's trompe-l'œil pastries sold across the province until Aug. 14 may contain dangerous bacteria; don't consume if you have them.
