Valérie Plante, who previously served as the mayor of Montreal, is set to become the presenter of a new documentary series on TV5 called “Ça brasse en ville.” The series is slated to launch during the week of September 9, 2026, and will be filmed and aired in the city she once led.
Plante’s tenure as Montreal’s mayor placed her at the centre of the city’s political and civic life. After completing her term, she shifted her professional focus toward media, moving from municipal governance to a role in television. This transition marks a notable change in her public profile, moving from elected office to a position in front of the camera.
The upcoming series, “Ça brasse en ville,” will be produced and broadcast by TV5, a network with a strong presence in the francophone media market. While details of the program’s specific content have not been released, the title suggests a focus on the rhythms and movements of urban life. The series will be presented in French and will be filmed on location in Montreal, reflecting the city’s diverse neighborhoods and cultural landscape.
TV5’s decision to enlist Plante as host aligns with the network’s strategy of featuring recognizable public figures in its programming. Plante’s familiarity with Montreal’s civic issues and her experience navigating the city’s political environment are expected to bring a distinctive perspective to the documentary format. The series is scheduled to begin airing in early September, offering viewers a new lens on the city’s daily dynamics.
The debut of “Ça brasse en ville” will add to the growing list of media projects that involve former political leaders transitioning to broadcasting roles, highlighting a broader trend of public officials entering the entertainment sector after their time in office.