At approximately 12:20 p.m. on July 7, 2026, the Réseau express métropolitain (REM) announced that train service between Panama and Brossard stations was suspended due to an electrical power supply problem.
The interruption affects the segment of the rapid‑transit line that runs through Brossard, a suburb of Montreal. Passengers scheduled to travel between the two stations were advised to seek alternative transportation while the issue is addressed.
REM officials said the outage originated from a failure in the dedicated electrical power system that powers the line’s trains. Maintenance crews were dispatched to the site to diagnose the fault and begin repairs.
The REM, which opened in 2023, provides fast, electric rail service across the Greater Montreal area, linking downtown Montreal with outlying municipalities such as Brossard. The network relies on a specialized power infrastructure to maintain its frequent service.
At the time of the announcement, no estimate for the duration of the suspension was provided. Riders were instructed to follow REM’s official communication channels for real‑time updates on service restoration.
The power issue adds to a series of operational challenges the system has encountered since its launch, although overall reliability has remained high since the network began operating.