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Montreal has some of the worst air quality in the world due to wildfire smoke

June 6, 2025

Quebecers are being urged to take precautions as a Special Air Quality Statement is in effect Friday, as smoke from wildfires in the Canadian Prairies drifts into the province. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says in a statement that the smoke is causing poor air quality for the entire greater Montreal area and is reducing visibility, with conditions potentially persisting into Saturday. Brayden Jagger Haines reports.

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