Category : Municipal Affairs


Laval Names Karine Ménard as New Police Chief

Laval appoints 23-year veteran Karine Ménard as police chief, making her the third woman to lead a major Quebec police force. Mayor Stéphane Boyer praises her innovative approach to public safety.

Merchants Should Help Make 101 St. Area Safer

A letter to the editor calls on 101 Street businesses to take proactive steps for safety rather than relying on municipal interventions, amid concerns about parking and urban conditions.

Toronto City Council Plans Major Pothole Repair Blitz

Toronto City Council's Executive Committee is organizing a significant pothole repair initiative as residents report worsening street conditions. The campaign aims to address widespread infrastructure concerns across the city.

City Hall Legal Battle Over Yonge-Dundas Square T-Shirts

Toronto's legal department issues cease-and-desist letters to activist Daniel Tate for selling T-shirts featuring the old Yonge-Dundas Square logo, now rebranded as Sankofa Square. Internal emails reveal Councillor Chris Moise's office pushed for action.

Vancouver Councillor Sues Mayor for Defamation

Vancouver Councillor Sean Orr has initiated a defamation lawsuit against Mayor Ken Sim, alleging false accusations of drug distribution. The mayor apologized after the comments surfaced in English-language media.

Sudbury Boosts Road Repair Budget by $22M, Targets MR35

The City of Sudbury has increased its road repair budget by $22 million, with $10 million dedicated to 8.2 kilometers of MR35 in Azilda. Ward 4 Councillor Pauline Fortin highlights the project's significance for local infrastructure and community connecti

Councillors Question Transparency After OHL Meeting

Municipal officials in Chatham-Kent are demanding more openness after a private meeting between local administrators and the Ontario Hockey League, citing potential impacts on community trust and governance.

Montreal Restores Free Parking at Claude-Robillard Complex

The City of Montreal has reversed its parking policy at the Claude-Robillard Sports Complex, bringing back free parking after public frustration. The decision addresses community concerns over accessibility and convenience for local residents and visitors

Montreal Approves Paid Parking on Sherbrooke Street in N.D.G.

The Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough council voted to install parking meters on Sherbrooke Street, with only one dissenting vote from Councillor Peter McQueen. The plan aims to generate revenue and improve parking availability for local busines

Water Main Break Floods Homes in Southwest Calgary

A significant water main break on Haddon Road S.W. in Calgary has flooded multiple homes and caused major disruptions for residents, with emergency crews responding to the incident on March 10, 2026.

Vancouver's First Official Development Plan Explained

Vancouver City Council is considering adopting its first official development plan, which won't immediately change building rules but will alter approval processes and reduce public hearings for compliant projects.

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