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Quebec retailers call on political parties to address shoplifting crisis as theft losses surge
Industry groups are pressing politicians ahead of the election to take theft seriously; retail theft losses in Canada jumped from $5 billion in 2018 to $9 billion in 2024.
City auditor flags weak oversight of officials' expenses; half of hotel and meal costs exceed federal rates
Montreal's auditor general found significant shortcomings in how the city monitors spending by municipal officials, with reimbursements often exceeding federal guidelines.
Montreal clothing retailers split on Trump tariffs as 50% duty hits U.S. sales
A 50% tariff on Canadian clothing cuts deep for some Montreal businesses while boosting local production as customers turn homegrown.
New Montreal restaurant discovery: ranked on recommendations, not ads
Someone built a site ranking Montreal restaurants purely on how many people vouch for them—no sponsored placements, no pay-to-play. Small spots are finally visible.
Netflix signs first-ever collective agreement with Quebec audiovisual technicians
The streaming giant committed to a four-year contract with Quebec's camera and non-camera technicians, signaling plans for increased productions filmed in the province.
Bixi station on Parc vanishes near Tam Tams
A Reddit thread is buzzing over the sudden removal of the Bixi station on Parc Avenue near the Tam Tams area. No word yet on why it's gone.
Autoroute 40 westbound in Repentigny closes nights through September 11 for asphalt work
Paving work on the Félix-Leclerc stretches between Industriel and de la Rochelle boulevards will shut down westbound lanes nightly, with complete closures some nights.
Police dismantle drug lab at Griffintown condo, two arrested in operation
A large-scale synthetic drug lab dismantlement operation unfolded Wednesday in a residential Montreal building, with two residents arrested and two floors evacuated as a precaution.
Beaubien chicken spot requires proof of femininity for discount
There's apparently a chicken restaurant on Beaubien that's offering a discount if you can prove you're female — and Reddit's not sure what to make of it.
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Alexandre Boulerice resigns federal seat to run for Quebec solidaire provincially
The longtime Montreal NDP MP, who represented Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie for 15 years, officially stepped down Tuesday to compete in the October 5 provincial election.
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A Montreal massage therapist accused of voyeurism could have up to 300 victims
A 36-year-old Montreal massage therapist has been accused of filming a woman without consent and could have had as many as 300 victims. Alvin Narciso allegedly committed the...
PQ drops Vincent Marissal as Taschereau candidate after two days over ethical concerns
The former Quebec solidaire MNA's candidacy ended Wednesday when party leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon removed him over an apartment home-exchange arrangement using his...
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Maestro transit pass rewards got way less generous since 2020
Someone just realized Montreal's Maestro transit pass — the loyalty reward you used to get after a year of OPUS membership — is basically gone. It used to give you a free month...
South Shore's old Champlain Bridge site becomes new public park after $345M deconstruction
The Héritage Champlain Pathway was unveiled Wednesday on Montreal's South Shore, marking the completion of the original bridge's demolition with 96 per cent of its materials...
Why isn't Montreal using Ontario's fast road repair method?
Ontario's been dropping prefab concrete road slabs on highways since 2004 — no curing time, streets reopen overnight. Montreal's still doing the pothole-patch-repave cycle....
Two Air Canada workers arrested in cocaine and cannabis trafficking at Trudeau Airport
RCMP arrested ground operations employees accused of moving luggage through secure airport areas to facilitate drug smuggling. Investigation began after 62.5 kg of cocaine were...
Parc-Extension asking residents about neighbourhood cleanliness
Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough is running a quick survey about street cleanliness — 7 questions, 5 minutes. They want your input on what needs to improve in the...
Quebec environmental groups set climate priorities ahead of election campaign
A coalition of 24 environmental organizations is calling for water infrastructure funding, climate law, and endangered species protections as the province heads into a campaign.
Looking for beginner-level pickup hockey in Montreal this November
someone's visiting family in mtl this november and wants to play a game or two — looking for a rec league or pickup that accepts total newbies. if you know where the beginner...
Guy organizing bar meetups for men making new friends in Montreal
a vancouver guy (36, two kids, corporate) who's been running beer meetups for guys looking to expand their circle is thinking of bringing the thing to mtl — had 20 guys show up...
Resources for assault survivors in Montreal who won't report to police
r/montreal's wrestling with a real gap: a family member is in crisis after being assaulted downtown but won't go to police. therapist helps, but there's no MIRA dog program...
Driver venting about Montreal traffic etiquette on Highway 20
someone needed to vent about côte-saint-luc commuters — specifically people who can't commit to a lane and line-surf for half a kilometre, creating gridlock for everyone else....
Pierre-Laporte Bridge closes nights of Aug 26–31 for pavement repairs
Two of three lanes closing for road resurfacing; expect congestion and plan detours via Highway 73.
PQ faces illegal-donation investigation; dozens of violation notices coming
Elections Quebec's wrapping up its probe into the Liberal leadership race and is sending dozens of violation notices for illegal donations, including prête-noms for $500 gifts....
