Quebec News Roundup: Tragedy, Politics, and Major Changes

Driver dies after collision with construction machinery on Highway 13 in Laval Highway 13 crash in Laval kills driver after collision with construction machinery Police are investigating as a lane closure remains near the 18km mark Quebec woman killed during Zoom call in Montreal Montreal police investigate a VilleMarie apartment death during a Zoom call Homicide detectives review evidence and video as the search for answers continues St. Mary's Hospital begins $16.3 million emergency room renovation St. Mary's Hospital ER renovation expands Montreal emergency care capacity $16.3M upgrade adds exam rooms and aims to cut wait times—see what's changing Montreal inspector general recommends $700,000 fine for waste company Montreal subcontracting fines: see why Environmental 360 Solutions faces penalties and what the city may do next to protect waste services and contracts PQ leader says not to fear referendum in final Quebec election debate Quebec referendum debate puts sovereignty, health care and spending in focus Paul StPierre Plamondon and rivals clash as voters weigh Oct. 5 choices Former Montreal Canadiens owner George Gillett Jr. dies at 87 George Gillett Jr. dies at 87, former Canadiens owner with a lasting Montreal tie See how he shaped the team and arena before the Molson family bought them back Quebec rock duo Angine de Poitrine wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize Polaris Music Prize 2026: Quebec duo Angine de Poitrine wins for v. II They also take the $10,000 song prize for "Fabienk"—see why the buzz grew Quebec election debate explores governmentrun grocery stores Public grocery stores could help Quebec cut food prices and ease living costs See how Québec Solidaire's plan might work and what it could mean for shoppers Former Canadiens and Liverpool owner George Gillett Jr. dies at 87 George Gillett Jr. dies at 87, remembering his Canadiens ownership and legacy See how the former Montreal owner and Liverpool coowner shaped two iconic clubs