Quebec’s immigration debate is heating up as mayors across the province warn that ending the PEQ could accelerate demographic decline in already fragile regions. At the same time, Montrealers are raising concerns about accessibility, public safety, and the future of environmental policy — from payment terminals that exclude visually impaired people to new legislation on carbon storage. Across the South Shore, community initiatives and local leadership continue to shine, reminding us that even in turbulent times, our neighbourhoods remain resilient and connected.

Montreal wakes up to a mix of fresh policy shifts, legal battles, and community stories — from a major new federal rebate that could save Quebecers up to $7,000 on an electric vehicle, to a landmark $8.5‑million verdict against Uber that raises urgent questions about rider safety. With debates intensifying in Quebec City and local initiatives shaping life across the island, there’s plenty to catch up on this morning.

Montreal moves through a packed day, from federal employees being called back to the office to rising tensions over Quebec’s proposed constitution. Cultural life is thriving with the 35th Black History Month, while major infrastructure issues, from Côte‑Saint‑Luc to the Douglas Institute, continue to shape the city’s daily reality. A concise look at what matters across Montreal today.

The STM is preparing a major overhaul of its bus network with the arrival of the REM’s Anse‑à‑l’Orme branch, a large‑scale change that will reshape routes and daily habits for many riders.

The National Assembly resumed its work on Tuesday in a context of political uncertainty, with the CAQ and the Quebec Liberal Party both in the midst of a leadership race while the Parti Québécois leads in the polls. The opposition is questioning whether the return should have been postponed until the CAQ selects a successor, as 17 CAQ MNAs have already announced their departure and the October election is fast approaching.