Quebec police report 38 deaths on the roads during the construction holiday weekend
The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) counted 25 collisions on the road network it serves, resulting in 31 deaths. During the same period last year, there were 13 deaths on the roads.
READ MORE: One dead and several seriously injured in major collision in the Eastern Townships
In addition to this toll, there were five collisions on the recreational and tourist network, resulting in seven deaths. A year ago, there were four deaths on the recreational and tourist network during the construction holiday.
The provincial police force says bluntly that this is the 'worst toll in the last 10 years' on the roads it monitors.
The SQ identifies distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving due to drugs, alcohol or a combination of both, and failure to wear safety equipment as the main causes of serious road accidents.
The police force says it will continue its awareness and enforcement efforts in the coming days, as the holiday season continues for many Quebecers.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published in French on Aug. 4, 2025.
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