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Mark Carney officially has the highest approval rating in Canadian history
Prime Minister Mark Carney now holds the highest recorded approval rating in Canadian history, achieved earlier this month in a study by Spark Insights.
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Mark Carney officially has the highest approval rating in Canadian history
Widow’s Bay tops streaming charts in Canada following record-breaking Emmy win
Widow's Bay tops streaming charts in Canada following record-breaking Emmy win
Topping streaming charts in Canada is comedy horror series Widow's Bay — starring Matthew Rhys, Kate O'Flynn and Stephen Root, among others — which is available now on Apple TV.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Widow’s Bay tops streaming charts in Canada following record-breaking Emmy win
“In only 71 minutes, Nicolás Pereda’s new film Everything Else Is Noise builds an entire world within one living room and kitchen, trusting its audience to simply pay attention — and that attention is generously rewarded.”
A report from #TIFF26.
A report from #TIFF26.
TIFF 2026: Bitter Christmas, The Face of Horror, Everything Else Is Noise, Nosotros and The Dreamed Adventure
Reviews of new films from Pedro Almodóvar (Bitter Christmas) and Anna Biller (The Face of Horror) as well as some favourites from Cannes.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 7:02 PM
“In only 71 minutes, Nicolás Pereda’s new film Everything Else Is Noise builds an entire world within one living room and kitchen, trusting its audience to simply pay attention — and that attention is generously rewarded.”
A report from #TIFF26.
A report from #TIFF26.
“Much like the CAQ, the PQ is more fixated on language issues than on policies that will actually improve Quebecers’ quality of life. PSPP’s plan to investigate the ‘language of socialization’ of school students in Montreal is typical of the party’s ethno-nationalist, dog-whistle politics.”
#polqc
#polqc
The Parti Québécois specializes in ethno-nationalist dog-whistle politics
The Parti Québécois specializes in ethno-nationalist dog-whistle politics and divisive solutions to mythical language problems.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 6:06 PM
“Much like the CAQ, the PQ is more fixated on language issues than on policies that will actually improve Quebecers’ quality of life. PSPP’s plan to investigate the ‘language of socialization’ of school students in Montreal is typical of the party’s ethno-nationalist, dog-whistle politics.”
#polqc
#polqc
POP Montreal’s epic 25th anniversary edition cements the festival’s legendary status
POP Montreal's epic 25th anniversary edition cements the festival's legendary status
Legendary local festival POP Montreal is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and their 2026 program pulls out all the stops.
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September 18, 2026 at 5:10 PM
POP Montreal’s epic 25th anniversary edition cements the festival’s legendary status
“The vast majority of Canadians (78%) no longer consider the United States a friend or ally.”
Vast majority of Canadians no longer consider the United States an ally
The vast majority of Canadians no longer consider the United States to be an ally.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 3:42 PM
“The vast majority of Canadians (78%) no longer consider the United States a friend or ally.”
“Given a choice between protecting people’s democratic right to protest and demonstrating extreme violence in service of our tech overlords, Montreal cops chose the latter.”
An editorial by @taylornoakes.com.
#polmtl
An editorial by @taylornoakes.com.
#polmtl
Police brutality against anti-AI protesters in Montreal shows their true colours
Montreal police deployed the riot squad and used tear gas on a peaceful group of anti-AI protesters at the ALL IN AI conference yesterday.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 2:26 PM
“Given a choice between protecting people’s democratic right to protest and demonstrating extreme violence in service of our tech overlords, Montreal cops chose the latter.”
An editorial by @taylornoakes.com.
#polmtl
An editorial by @taylornoakes.com.
#polmtl
What to do this weekend in Montreal 🤍
What to do this weekend in Montreal
What to do this weekend in Montreal, including events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.
cultmtl.com
September 18, 2026 at 1:37 PM
What to do this weekend in Montreal 🤍
Police brutality against anti-AI protesters in Montreal shows their true colours
“When faced with peaceful protesters, police chose violence. Photos and videos from yesterday's demonstration show bloody civilians, tear gas and bike cops driving directly into people who were walking away.”
#polmtl
“When faced with peaceful protesters, police chose violence. Photos and videos from yesterday's demonstration show bloody civilians, tear gas and bike cops driving directly into people who were walking away.”
#polmtl
Police brutality against anti-AI protesters in Montreal shows their true colours
Montreal police deployed the riot squad and used tear gas on a peaceful group of anti-AI protesters at the ALL IN AI conference yesterday.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Police brutality against anti-AI protesters in Montreal shows their true colours
“When faced with peaceful protesters, police chose violence. Photos and videos from yesterday's demonstration show bloody civilians, tear gas and bike cops driving directly into people who were walking away.”
#polmtl
“When faced with peaceful protesters, police chose violence. Photos and videos from yesterday's demonstration show bloody civilians, tear gas and bike cops driving directly into people who were walking away.”
#polmtl
Best Spanish Restaurants in Montreal ♥️
Best Spanish Restaurants in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2026 Best of MTL readers poll, the best Spanish restaurants in Montreal are Club Espagnol de Québec, Montreal Paella, Tapeo, Ibéricos and Mesón.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Best Spanish Restaurants in Montreal ♥️
“Anna Biller's The Face of Horror is irresistibly campy. There’s a palpable sense that everyone onscreen and behind the camera is in on the joke, perhaps particularly Jonah Hauser-King, playing the role of a medieval-era fuckboy.”
A report from #TIFF26.
A report from #TIFF26.
TIFF 2026: Bitter Christmas, The Face of Horror, Everything Else Is Noise, Nosotros and The Dreamed Adventure
Reviews of new films from Pedro Almodóvar (Bitter Christmas) and Anna Biller (The Face of Horror) as well as some favourites from Cannes.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 5:54 PM
“Anna Biller's The Face of Horror is irresistibly campy. There’s a palpable sense that everyone onscreen and behind the camera is in on the joke, perhaps particularly Jonah Hauser-King, playing the role of a medieval-era fuckboy.”
A report from #TIFF26.
A report from #TIFF26.
Mark Carney officially has the highest approval rating in Canadian history
Mark Carney officially has the highest approval rating in Canadian history
Prime Minister Mark Carney now holds the highest recorded approval rating in Canadian history, achieved earlier this month in a study by Spark Insights.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Mark Carney officially has the highest approval rating in Canadian history
“Ça, c’est du ‘commitment’ en tabarnak, man!”
13 bands and a WTF moment that gave FME 2026 teeth: A report from Rouyn-Noranda's epic music festival.
13 bands and a WTF moment that gave FME 2026 teeth: A report from Rouyn-Noranda's epic music festival.
13 bands and a WTF moment that gave FME 2026 teeth
A report from the 2026 edition of Festival de musique émergente (FME), which featured centennial celebrations for Rouyn-Noranda.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:15 PM
“Ça, c’est du ‘commitment’ en tabarnak, man!”
13 bands and a WTF moment that gave FME 2026 teeth: A report from Rouyn-Noranda's epic music festival.
13 bands and a WTF moment that gave FME 2026 teeth: A report from Rouyn-Noranda's epic music festival.
What to do today in Montreal 🎙️
What to do today in Montreal
What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.
cultmtl.com
September 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM
What to do today in Montreal 🎙️
Best Gyms in Montreal ♥️
Best Gyms in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2026 Best of MTL readers poll, the best gyms in Montreal are Anytime Fitness, Éconofitness, the YMCA, Orangetheory and Infinity Movement.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Best Gyms in Montreal ♥️
81% of Canadians support closer integration between Canada and the European Union
81% of Canadians support closer integration between Canada and the European Union
According to a new study by Abacus Data, the vast majority of Canadians support closer integration between Canada and the European Union.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:38 PM
81% of Canadians support closer integration between Canada and the European Union
“Bitter Christmas is Pedro Almodóvar at his most naked, laughing at his own vampirism even as he keeps doing it. It's also his funniest film since his early glory days. And the humour isn't just a relief valve, it's the very thing that lets the heavier material breathe.”
A report from TIFF. #TIFF26
A report from TIFF. #TIFF26
TIFF 2026: Bitter Christmas, The Face of Horror, Everything Else Is Noise, Nosotros and The Dreamed Adventure
Reviews of new films from Pedro Almodóvar (Bitter Christmas) and Anna Biller (The Face of Horror) as well as some favourites from Cannes.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:32 PM
“Bitter Christmas is Pedro Almodóvar at his most naked, laughing at his own vampirism even as he keeps doing it. It's also his funniest film since his early glory days. And the humour isn't just a relief valve, it's the very thing that lets the heavier material breathe.”
A report from TIFF. #TIFF26
A report from TIFF. #TIFF26
European Union officially invites Canada to become first ever ‘associate member’
“We want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible. We must urgently reimagine our partnerships.”
“We want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible. We must urgently reimagine our partnerships.”
European Union officially invites Canada to become first ever 'associate member'
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen has officially invited Canada to become the EU's first ever "associate member."
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 5:04 PM
European Union officially invites Canada to become first ever ‘associate member’
“We want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible. We must urgently reimagine our partnerships.”
“We want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible. We must urgently reimagine our partnerships.”
BREAKING: Élections Québec has been ordered to send English reminder cards to voters
Following accusations of voter suppression, a civil court judge has temporarily exempted the agency from parts of Bill 96.
#polqc
Following accusations of voter suppression, a civil court judge has temporarily exempted the agency from parts of Bill 96.
#polqc
BREAKING: Élections Québec ordered to send English reminder cards to voters
The agency is exempt from parts of the Charter of the French Language for 10 days.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:39 PM
BREAKING: Élections Québec has been ordered to send English reminder cards to voters
Following accusations of voter suppression, a civil court judge has temporarily exempted the agency from parts of Bill 96.
#polqc
Following accusations of voter suppression, a civil court judge has temporarily exempted the agency from parts of Bill 96.
#polqc
Public transit users in Montreal can finally scan virtual OPUS cards — but only with Android devices
Public transit users in Montreal can finally scan virtual OPUS cards — but only with Android devices
Testing is still underway for iPhone users to access the feature.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Public transit users in Montreal can finally scan virtual OPUS cards — but only with Android devices
What to do today in Montreal 🛸
What to do today in Montreal
What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 1:08 PM
What to do today in Montreal 🛸
“Québec Solidaire is a welcome left-wing alternative with social democratic values and a progressive party platform.
“Unfortunately, the party remains committed to holding a referendum on Quebec independence, something so unpopular that even the PQ has given up on the idea for now.”
#polqc
“Unfortunately, the party remains committed to holding a referendum on Quebec independence, something so unpopular that even the PQ has given up on the idea for now.”
#polqc
Québec Solidaire should drop its commitment to Quebec independence
As the province's sole social democratic party, Québec Solidaire should drop its commitment to Quebec independence.
cultmtl.com
September 16, 2026 at 12:34 AM
“Québec Solidaire is a welcome left-wing alternative with social democratic values and a progressive party platform.
“Unfortunately, the party remains committed to holding a referendum on Quebec independence, something so unpopular that even the PQ has given up on the idea for now.”
#polqc
“Unfortunately, the party remains committed to holding a referendum on Quebec independence, something so unpopular that even the PQ has given up on the idea for now.”
#polqc
Canada Investment Summit generates nearly $500-billion of new investment
Canada Investment Summit generates nearly $500-billion of new investment
"Canada is boldly unleashing our enormous potential, and we are just getting started."
cultmtl.com
September 15, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Canada Investment Summit generates nearly $500-billion of new investment
Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill and Eiza Gonzalez star in action thriller film #InTheGrey, streaming now in Canada on Prime Video.
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
Streaming guide JustWatch has revealed the most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now.
cultmtl.com
September 15, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill and Eiza Gonzalez star in action thriller film #InTheGrey, streaming now in Canada on Prime Video.
“Let’s not forget, PQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said the N-word on live TV during the 2022 leaders’ debate — in front of the first Black woman to lead a provincial party in a Quebec election, no less.”
#polqc
#polqc
The Parti Québécois specializes in ethno-nationalist dog-whistle politics
The Parti Québécois specializes in ethno-nationalist dog-whistle politics and divisive solutions to mythical language problems.
cultmtl.com
September 15, 2026 at 6:41 PM
“Let’s not forget, PQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said the N-word on live TV during the 2022 leaders’ debate — in front of the first Black woman to lead a provincial party in a Quebec election, no less.”
#polqc
#polqc
A tribute concert to David Bowie, Grace Jones, Nina Hagen, Klaus Nomi & more is happening in Montreal on Sept. 17
A tribute concert to David Bowie, Grace Jones, Nina Hagen, Klaus Nomi & more is happening in Montreal on Sept. 17
A tribute concert to David Bowie, Grace Jones, Nina Hagen, Klaus Nomi and more is happening in Montreal on Sept. 17.
cultmtl.com
September 15, 2026 at 5:51 PM
A tribute concert to David Bowie, Grace Jones, Nina Hagen, Klaus Nomi & more is happening in Montreal on Sept. 17