Montreal
Victoire win Walter Cup, fans flood streets in celebration
The Montreal Victoire claimed the PWHL Walter Cup championship on May 30, capturing the title in a celebration that spilled into the streets. Fans and players marked the victory to the sounds of a Céline Dion song as the city embraced its newest champion.
Atwater Avenue reopens after viaduct incident
A stretch of Atwater Avenue reopened Sunday after being closed the previous afternoon while authorities investigated a viaduct incident. The closure caused temporary traffic disruptions in the area.
Storm leaves 75,000 without power; restorations under way
More than 75,000 Hydro-Québec clients lost power during a severe storm that swept through the region. Restoration work was ongoing as of May 30, with the number of affected customers declining throughout the day.
Tour la Nuit cancelled at last minute due to severe weather
Organizers cancelled the popular 20-kilometre Tour la Nuit cycling event on May 29, just minutes before the scheduled start, citing severe weather conditions. The cancellation disappointed thousands of cyclists who had gathered for the annual night ride.
Canadiens players join Luke Combs on stage at Parc Jean-Drapeau
Jakub Dobes, Brendan Gallagher, Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki made a surprise appearance on stage with country artist Luke Combs during his concert at Parc Jean-Drapeau on May 30. The four Montreal Canadiens players joined Combs to shotgun beers in front of the crowd.
Tour de l’Île goes ahead as showers loom
The Tour de l’Île cycling event proceeded as scheduled this weekend despite a forecast calling for a mix of sun and cloud with a risk of showers. Participants were advised to prepare for variable conditions throughout the ride.
City marks ongoing support for unhoused residents
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada’s administration highlighted continuing initiatives aimed at supporting unhoused residents across Montreal. The city said efforts are ongoing as of May 31.
Canada
Carney in early-stage trade talks with U.S. and Mexico on autos
Prime Minister Mark Carney was engaged in early-stage automotive trade discussions with the United States and Mexico as of May 30. The talks are at a preliminary stage, with no agreement announced.
Findlay delivers first speech as Conservative leader
Kerry-Lynne Findlay gave her first address as newly chosen leader of the Conservative Party of Canada on May 30. The speech marked the formal start of her tenure at the helm of the official Opposition.
Hyundai recalls more than 80,000 vehicles in Canada
Hyundai announced a recall of more than 80,000 vehicles in Canada on May 31, citing a safety risk that could increase the potential for a crash. Affected owners are expected to be contacted with instructions on next steps.
Submarine competition enters final evaluation stage
Canada’s search for its next submarine fleet has reached the final evaluation stage, with bids submitted by Germany and Norway now under review. The outcome of the competition will shape the future of the Royal Canadian Navy’s underwater capabilities.
Former Snowbirds pilots urge Ottawa to scale back shows, not suspend squadron
Former Canadian Forces Snowbirds pilots called on the federal government on May 31 to reduce the scope of aerobatic performances rather than suspend the squadron entirely. The pilots argued that scaling back would preserve the program while addressing safety or budgetary concerns.
Sports
Victoire capture PWHL Walter Cup title
The Montreal Victoire won the PWHL Walter Cup on May 30, claiming the league championship in a celebration embraced by the city. The victory marks a milestone for women’s professional hockey in Montreal.
Team Canada lose bronze medal game to Norway in overtime
Team Canada fell 3-2 in overtime to Norway in the bronze medal game of the IIHF World Championship in Zurich on May 31. The loss denied Canada a medal at this year’s tournament.
Weather
Tonight, expect cloudy skies with a 40 per cent chance of showers early in the evening and a risk of thunderstorms. Temperatures will sit around 9 to 10°C with light winds.
Monday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a continued risk of thunderstorms. The high will reach 15°C, falling to around 7 to 9°C overnight, with light to moderate winds.
