Montreal
City activates emergency plan as 35,000 homes enter flood zone
Montreal officials activated an emergency response plan on Friday as a flood watch was issued for several areas across the greater Montreal region. Authorities estimate 35,000 homes are at risk of damage as water levels rise.
Man charged with manslaughter after girlfriend found dead in downtown condo
A 27-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter after a woman was found dead in a downtown condo on April 17. Montreal police have not released further details about the circumstances of the death.
More than 100 support staff lose jobs over secularism law
Montreal’s largest school service centre has cut more than 100 support staff following enforcement of Quebec’s secularism law, which bans the wearing of religious symbols by certain public employees. Dozens of additional school workers have been warned they may also face job loss under the legislation.
Police arrest four men in counterfeit money investigation
Montreal police arrested four men on Friday on charges related to counterfeit currency offences. No further details about the suspects or the scope of the alleged scheme were immediately available.
Mile-Ex artists fear eviction as studio renovations loom
Artists renting studio space in the Mile-Ex neighbourhood say they fear being forced out as building renovations are planned for their shared workspace. The situation has raised concerns about the shrinking availability of affordable creative space in Montreal.
Canada
Carney hosts global investors at Ottawa summit
Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed international investors to Ottawa on Friday for the Invest in Canada summit. Carney has framed the event as an effort to attract foreign capital amid ongoing trade uncertainty.
Charter of Rights marks 44 years
Justice Minister Sean Fraser marked the 44th anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms on April 17. Fraser addressed the Charter’s ongoing relevance to Canadian law and public life.
Canada Post ends door-to-door delivery, shifts to community mailboxes
Canada Post has begun converting residential addresses to community mailboxes nationwide, ending door-to-door mail delivery. The rollout affects communities across the country and has drawn criticism from those who rely on home delivery.
Federal government to send grocery benefit of up to $1,890 to families
The federal government announced a one-time grocery benefit of up to $1,890 for a family of four, with payments set to go out on June 5. The benefit is intended to help Canadians cope with elevated food costs.
Air Canada suspends JFK flights amid aviation fuel crisis
Air Canada has suspended flights to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport due to an aviation fuel shortage. The airline has not said when service will resume.
Sports
Victoire face Fleet in battle for PWHL first place
The Montreal Victoire host the Boston Fleet on Friday in a game with first place in the PWHL standings on the line. The two clubs are the top contenders in the league this season.
Canadiens open NHL playoff run against Lightning on Sunday
The Montreal Canadiens open their first-round NHL playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday. The Habs secured their playoff spot heading into the post-season.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 6 C and light winds across the Montreal area.
Tomorrow, Saturday April 18, expect sunshine and a high of 21 C, with southeast winds at 30 km/h gusting to 50 in the morning before easing through the afternoon. The overnight low will return to 6 C.
