Montreal
Antonelli wins Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Kimi Antonelli took first place at the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, with Lewis Hamilton finishing second and Max Verstappen third. The race drew large crowds to Parc Jean-Drapeau over the weekend.
Gunshots fired in Griffintown Sunday night; no injuries
Montreal police responded to reports of gunshots in the Griffintown area of the Sud-Ouest borough late Sunday. No injuries were reported and investigators remained on scene.
Lufa Farms recalls broccoli microgreens over E. coli risk
Lufa Farms has notified clients who purchased broccoli microgreens that the product is being recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. Customers who received the product are advised not to consume it.
Three-year-old drowns in Blainville residential pool
A three-year-old child drowned in a residential pool in Blainville in what authorities say is the first reported drowning of a minor in Quebec in 2026. The incident is a reminder of pool safety risks as warm weather arrives.
Arson squad probes fire at home linked to Montreal Mafia figure
The Montreal police arson squad is investigating a fire that damaged a residence on Gouin Blvd. in the Rivière-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles borough. The home belongs to a man with alleged ties to the Montreal Mafia, according to investigators. The fire occurred on May 20 and the investigation is ongoing.
Projet Montréal wants homebuyer funds shifted to rent assistance
Projet Montréal is calling on the city to redirect money from its homebuyer assistance program toward rent support, arguing that 65 per cent of Montrealers are renters. The party says the current allocation of funds does not reflect the realities of the city’s housing market.
STM adjusting métro schedules for Grand Prix and Canadiens events
The STM has adjusted métro schedules to accommodate passenger volumes linked to the Canadian Grand Prix at Parc Jean-Drapeau and Montreal Canadiens playoff games downtown. Riders are advised to check updated timetables before travelling.
Canada
Newborn found dead near Halifax; two people charged
A newborn was found dead in a wooded area near Halifax on May 24, and two people have been charged in connection with the death. The infant’s mother arrived at hospital in life-threatening condition.
Woman gives birth on Trans-Canada Highway after maternity ward closed
A woman gave birth on the Trans-Canada Highway on May 24 after the maternity ward at a nearby hospital was closed due to staffing shortages. The incident has renewed calls for action on rural and regional health-care capacity.
Carney appeals to Alberta for unity as Smith pursues separation referendum
Prime Minister Mark Carney has appealed to Alberta for national unity following Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to hold a separation referendum. Carney urged dialogue and said the federal government remains committed to addressing Alberta’s concerns.
U.S.-bound flight diverted to Montreal over Ebola screening concerns
A flight bound for the United States was diverted to Montreal after Ebola-related concerns arose under new U.S. entry rules for travellers from affected African countries. Authorities assessed the situation upon landing.
Outgoing governor general says PM should not live at Rideau Hall
Outgoing Governor General Mary Simon said publicly that the prime minister should not reside on the Rideau Hall grounds. Simon made the statement as she prepared to leave the viceregal post.
Sports
Canadiens host Hurricanes tonight in pivotal Game 3
The Montreal Canadiens face the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the NHL Eastern Conference Final on Monday, with the series tied 1-1. Montreal won Game 1 by a score of 6-2 on May 21, with Juraj Slafkovsky among the scorers, before Carolina evened the series. The winner of tonight’s game will take a 2-1 series lead.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 14°C and light winds.
Tuesday brings mostly sunny periods with a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C, with light winds continuing.
