The Big Five Podcast You’re not imagining things - Montreal is getting dirtier. Plus: The right to strike in Quebec.
Aug 5, 2025
Join political analyst Karim Boulos, and media consultant Bonnie Feigenbaum, as they tackle Montreal's rising trash crisis, revealing over 8,000 new complaints in just one year. They discuss the urgent need for better waste management and community involvement. The conversation also dives into the contentious Bill 89, which restricts workers' strike rights, sparking debate between public service demands and labor rights. Additionally, they address ethical concerns surrounding illegal border crossings, stressing the importance of a balanced approach to immigration.
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Montreal's Cleanliness Decline Insight
- Montreal has become visibly dirtier with 8,000 more complaints in 2024 than last year.
- Existing bylaws from 2005 addressing civility and cleanliness could be enforced to improve the situation.
Karim Boulos' Clean Montreal Bylaw Story
- In 2005, Karim Boulos, as a city councillor, helped pass a strict bylaw imposing heavy fines for littering.
- This bylaw successfully cleaned downtown Montreal by penalizing landlords and offenders.
Garbage Problems: Storage and Management
- Garbage issues partly stem from insufficient storage space and reduced collection frequency.
- Landlords and businesses also contribute by poor management of garbage disposal protocols.