Fringe Arts

Archiving a DIY history

Ryan Pyke – Published February 15, 2026

ARCMTL launches a new zine exhibit and event series centred on BIPOC and queer grassroots archival work.

News

Police deploy pepper spray at anti-ICE protest, one arrest made

Cleo Clamen – Published February 15, 2026

Hundreds of Montrealers were met with police violence, chemical weapons and what they say is severe repression from the SPVM after marching to Quebec security firm GardaWorld’s headquarters to peacefully protest the company’s ties to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

News

Concordia council meeting adjourned expeditiously

Hannah Scott-Talib – Published February 13, 2026

The Concordia Student Union (CSU)’s most recent council meeting on Feb. 11 was adjourned in less than 30 minutes, after a brief speaking turn from a member of the public in attendance and the approval of the consent agenda.

Opinions

Editorial: Higher fees, smaller futures

EditorialThe Link – Published February 10, 2026

Quebec’s decision to maintain steep tuition hikes makes it harder for out-of-province students to study at English-language universities. Students face growing financial pressure while universities warn that the policy is discouraging applications and weakening access to higher education.

News

The BIPOC perspective of healthcare in Quebec

Hannah Scott-Talib & Meseret Abebe – Published February 10, 2026

A lack of medical race-based data in Canada reinforces BIPOC Montrealers’ negative experiences receiving healthcare in the city.

News

Cycling through a tough winter

Sarah Housley – Published February 10, 2026

Winter has brought a flurry of concerns for Montreal cyclists, who face increasing Bixi rates and streets narrowed by snowbanks.