Quebec's Racism Controversy, New 815 Bus Route & Legislating Hours — Montreal Sunday

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🏛️ Government & Politics

Quebec politicians criticized for enabling racism despite denouncement. Some voices argue that provincial leaders contributed to racial tensions in Quebec by their actions and rhetoric, even as they publicly reject discrimination.
Quebec's politicians scrutinized over time spent legislating. A new analysis reveals the number of active legislative days, raising questions about efficiency and priorities at Quebec's provincial government.

💼 Economy & Business

Financial anxiety impacts many Quebecers. Significant stress and mental health concerns are linked to economic uncertainties affecting residents across Quebec, with calls for stronger support mechanisms.

🎨 Community & Culture

Travel made easier with new 815 bus route to Trudeau airport. West Islanders now have a direct bus line to the airport, improving accessibility and convenience for passengers this summer.

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Just how many days do provincial politicians spend legislating? We did the math

Some politicians say the number of days spent in the legislature doesn't matter too much, because the most important work is done in their constituency offices. Others say less time in legislatures allows provincial and territorial governments to avoid accountability and pass flawed legislation.

General Jun 14, 2026

Why some say Quebec politicians helped fuel the racism they unanimously denounced

In a rare move, four provincial parties denounced a gathering in Shawinigan, Que., captured in a photo, during which more than a dozen masked white nationalists held a banner that read, “I remember a white Quebec.” But some observers say the province's climate in recent decades has helped fuel this type of behaviour.

General Jun 14, 2026

Explaining the toll financial anxiety is taking on Quebecers

Tasha Lockman, the CEO of Centraide for Greater Montreal, talks about the results of a recent survey conducted by Leger for Centraide, which found that 48 per cent of respondents are experiencing a moderate to extreme level of financial anxiety.

General Jun 14, 2026

West Islanders have an extra way to get to Trudeau airport this summer — the new 815 bus

Starting in mid-June, West Island residents will have an additional way to get to Montreal’s Trudeau airport. The 815 bus will run all summer and into the fall. Officials say they wanted a better way to connect the Des Sources REM station to the airport.

General Jun 14, 2026