Montreal
Anti-capitalists rob, vandalize Mamie Clafoutis bakery on May Day
About a dozen masked individuals robbed goods and spray-painted graffiti at Mamie Clafoutis bakery on St-Denis Street in the early hours of May 1, police said. Investigators opened a formal investigation on May 2. The attack appeared timed to coincide with International Workers Day.
Business owner says bad roads are hurting Montreal commerce
Business owner Feigang Fei spoke out May 2 about the impact of Montreal’s deteriorating roads on local commerce, saying prolonged street disruptions are driving away customers and cutting into revenue. The complaints echo broader frustration across the city about the pace and coordination of road repairs.
Residents call on city to change bylaws blocking faster roadwork
Montreal residents are urging city council to amend municipal bylaws they say are slowing down road repair projects. Letters submitted to the city on May 2 argue that regulatory red tape is adding months to projects that could otherwise be completed far more quickly.
Libman criticizes Liberal language policy as setback for anglos
Former city councillor Robert Libman argued May 2 that the federal Liberal government’s approach to language policy has failed Montreal’s anglophone community. Libman said the Liberals have consistently sacrificed anglo interests on language issues for political gain in Quebec.
Wild turkey spotted roaming the Plateau
A wild turkey was seen wandering the streets of Le Plateau-Mont-Royal on May 2, drawing attention from residents and passersby. Urban wildlife sightings have become more frequent in Montreal neighbourhoods in recent years.
Canada
Carney heads to Armenia for European Political Community summit
Prime Minister Mark Carney departed May 2 for Yerevan, Armenia, where he will attend the European Political Community summit from May 2 to 4. The gathering will focus on trade, investment and security. Carney is expected to hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines.
Alberta separatist petition enters final day of signature collection
A petition seeking to advance Alberta separatism reached its final day of collecting signatures on May 2. Organizers have been gathering names province-wide in a push to trigger a formal referendum process on separation from Canada.
Communities mark Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
Municipalities across Canada took part in Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on May 2, holding awareness events and drills to help residents reduce wildfire risk. The annual event comes as many regions brace for another active fire season.
Federal government highlights sport investments from spring budget update
Minister Diab and Secretary of State van Koeverden announced details of sport-sector investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026 at events in Halifax and Milton on May 2. The funding is aimed at building safer and more accessible community sport infrastructure nationwide.
Sports
Lightning force Game 7 with 1-0 overtime win at Bell Centre
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Gage Goncalves scored at 9:03 of overtime to give Tampa Bay a 1-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of their NHL playoff series at the Bell Centre on May 1. Andrei Vasilevskiy turned aside every Montreal shot to preserve the shutout. The best-of-seven series is now tied 3-3, with Game 7 still to be scheduled.
Victoire host Minnesota Frost in PWHL semifinal opener at Place Bell
The Montreal Victoire opened their PWHL playoff semifinal series against the Minnesota Frost on May 2 at Place Bell in Laval, with puck drop set for 2 p.m. ET. The game marks Montreal’s first home postseason appearance of the 2026 PWHL playoffs.
Weather
Tonight will be mostly clear with only a few clouds, but temperatures will drop to 0 C with frost expected overnight. Gardeners and anyone with tender plants outside should take precautions.
Sunday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 12 C and a low of 0 C. West winds of 20 km/h are expected through the day.
