3 d. ago STM strike: Still time for a deal to be reached, Martinez Ferrada says

"My goal today, and we have until midnight, is to get an agreement," Montreal mayor says ahead of weekend walkout by bus drivers and métro operators.

Culture

3 d. ago Alouettes' Tyson Philpot believes Grey Cup is his time to shine again

"When my team needs me, I always feel like I'm there to make a play," says Montreal receiver who caught title-winning TD in 2023.

Other

4 d. ago Ubisoft halts trading, calls off announcing financial results in unusual day

The gaming company, which has 4,000 staff in Montreal, said in a memo to employees it is “taking extra time to finalize the closing of the semester.”

Other

4 d. ago Laval daycare bus crash driver shouldn't be designated 'high risk accused': defence

Pierre Ny St-Amand was found not criminally responsible for the crash that killed two children, and his lawyer says the designation is an unfair punishment.

Events

5 d. ago Montreal transit strike: Weekend shutdown looms as drivers plan job action

The union representing the Montreal Transit Corporation’s 4,500 bus drivers and subway operators was given the go-ahead late Wednesday for a strike this weekend.

Transport

5 d. ago STM shutdown this weekend as bus and métro drivers cleared to strike

The walkout will shut down all STM service over the weekend except paratransit.

Transport

5 d. ago STM shutdown planned this weekend as bus and métro drivers cleared to strike

Quebec labour minister says government intervention won't be coming ahead of Nov. 15 and 16 walkout.

Transport

5 d. ago Public Support for Immigrants and Refugees in Canada Rallied

Canadian Council for Refugees and partners Launch “We’re Better Together” MONTRÉAL — In a time of rising anti-immigrant sentiment and divisive rhetoric among some leaders, today, the Canadian Council for Refugees along with unions, NGOs and human rights organizations across Canada, launched the We’re Better Together campaign. The collective effort aims to demonstrate and grow […]

Other

6 d. ago Man arrested after Ontario transit bus stolen with passengers on board, police say

Hamilton police say a suspect is facing charges after a transit bus was stolen with passengers on board when the driver had exited for a short break.

Events

7 d. ago Team culture is key ingredient in Alouettes' ride to Grey Cup, GM says

"That's the real reason we've had success," Danny Maciocia reveals as Montreal heads to CFL title game for second time in three years.

Events

1 week ago Inside the CFL: Can the Alouettes overcome their Hamilton House of Horrors?

The Tiger-Cats have hosted the Als five times in the post-season since 1998 — and each time Montreal lost.

Other

1 week ago Trent: Is this the best Montreal can muster at election time?

I don't blame the candidates. I blame the top managers among us who have not seen it as their civic duty to ensure the city is well-run.

Politics

2 w. ago No buses or metros Saturday in Montreal because of transit strike

MONTREAL — Montreal’s buses and metro trains ground to a halt Saturday as hundreds of striking public transit workers gathered downtown to press for improved pay and working conditions. Montrealers who typically rely on public transit were forced to find alternatives after metro and bus drivers called a one-day strike — their first strike in […]

Other

2 w. ago No bus or metros this Saturday in Montreal because of transit strike

MONTREAL — Montreal’s buses and metro trains ground to a halt Saturday as hundreds of striking public transit workers gathered downtown to press for improved pay and working conditions. Montrealers who typically rely on public transit were forced to find alternatives after metro and bus drivers called a one-day strike — their first strike in […]

Other

2 w. ago Impaired driver, 23, who injured two in Montreal faces possible jail time

Vincent Giasson was twice over the legal blood/alcohol limit and had consumed cocaine shortly before he crashed into a vehicle and caused it to slam into a concrete wall.

Transport

2 w. ago Montreal police seek STM bus driver after woman critically injured in apparent hit and run

The incident occurred at about 6:55 a.m. as the bus turned of off d'Amiens St. onto Pie IX. Blvd. in the city's north end.

Events

3 w. ago No prison time for woman convicted with Montreal doctor of sexual assault

Wendy Devera receives a sentence of two years less one day, with the first half to be served in house arrest.

Events

3 w. ago Five things to watch in Quebec’s municipal elections on Nov. 2

Voter participation was low in the last two municipal election cycles, and this time a transit strike could affect turnout in Montreal.

Politics

3 w. ago Montreal transit agency seeks mediation with bus, metro drivers to avoid more strikes

MONTREAL — Montreal’s public transit agency has asked the provincial government to appoint a mediator to help settle a labour dispute with bus and metro drivers, who are set to join maintenance workers with a series of strikes next month. Roughly 4,500 transit workers announced they intend to strike on Nov. 1, 15 and 16. […]

Transport

3 w. ago STM asks for mediator in contract talks with bus drivers, métro operators

The request comes a day after their union announced three strike days for Nov. 1, 15 and 16.

Transport