At approximately 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, train operations on the Réseau express métropolitain (REM) were halted between the Panama and Brossard stations in Brossard, Quebec. The interruption was attributed to an electrical power problem that affected the line segment connecting the two stations.
The suspension applied to all REM trains scheduled to run through the affected corridor. Riders attempting to board or alight at Panama, Brossard or any intermediate stops encountered a complete stop in service, and the network announced that trains would not resume until the power issue was resolved.
The REM system, which provides rapid transit service throughout the Greater Montreal area, relies on a dedicated electrical infrastructure to power its fleet of automated trains. An outage of this nature temporarily disables the automated control and propulsion systems, prompting an immediate safety-driven shutdown of service on the impacted segment.
Authorities responsible for the REM have not released a specific timeline for restoring power, but standard protocol requires verification of system integrity before resuming operations. In the meantime, passengers are advised to seek alternative transportation options to continue their journeys.
The incident underscores the reliance of the city's expanding rapid transit network on continuous electrical supply. While the REM remains a core component of Montreal’s public‑transport strategy, any disruption can affect commuter patterns across the metropolitan region.