Montreal
Mayor says her Black husband was stopped by Montreal police up to six times in a year
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada said on June 19 that her husband, who is Black, has been stopped by Montreal police at least five or six times in the past year without cause. The disclosure drew immediate attention to concerns about racial profiling within the SPVM.
Two children seriously injured in Montréal-Nord apartment fire
Two children suffered serious injuries in an apartment fire in Montréal-Nord on June 19. The cause of the fire has not been publicly confirmed.
SUV destroyed in suspected arson in Montreal North
A sport utility vehicle was destroyed in a suspected arson attack in Montreal North. Montreal’s arson unit is investigating and no arrests have been made.
$40,000 in medical equipment stolen from Sacré-Cœur Hospital
Approximately $40,000 worth of medical equipment was reported stolen from Sacré-Cœur Hospital on June 20. No details have been released about suspects or how the equipment was removed from the facility.
Old Brewery Mission opens 18-unit permanent housing project in Sud-Ouest
The Old Brewery Mission opened its first permanent rehousing project on June 19, offering 18 apartments in Montreal’s Sud-Ouest borough. The project represents a shift toward long-term housing solutions for people experiencing homelessness.
Young anglophones in Quebec face higher unemployment, lower earnings
Young anglophones in Quebec continue to face higher unemployment rates and lower earnings compared to their francophone peers, despite ongoing integration efforts, according to findings reported June 20. The gap persists even among those who have taken steps to integrate into the French-language labour market.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for parts of Montreal
Environment Canada placed Montreal under a severe thunderstorm watch on June 20, with heavy rain and flash flooding risk in neighbourhoods including Hampstead, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce and LaSalle. Residents in affected areas are advised to avoid low-lying roads and secure outdoor objects.
Canada
Parliamentary review calls for indefinite exclusion of mental illness as sole MAID condition
A parliamentary review tabled June 17 urges the federal government to indefinitely exclude people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness from eligibility for medical assistance in dying. The recommendation reflects ongoing concern among lawmakers and health experts about the readiness of the system to assess such cases safely.
Alberta to hold fall referendum on immigration limits and service restrictions
Alberta announced on June 19 that it will hold a referendum in fall 2026 on limiting immigration levels and restricting services for newcomers. The move is expected to intensify tensions between the provincial government and Ottawa over jurisdiction in immigration policy.
U.S. and Iran confirm framework peace agreement
The United States and Iran confirmed a framework peace agreement around June 14 to 17, ending active military operations between the two countries. Details of the arrangement remain limited, and international observers are monitoring compliance closely.
Sports
Canada opens World Cup with 6-0 win over Qatar
Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 on June 18 at BC Place in Vancouver, recording the country’s first-ever FIFA World Cup victory. The result significantly improves Canada’s chances of advancing from the group stage as the host nation.
CF Montréal’s Koné undergoes surgery after World Cup injury
CF Montréal midfielder Ismaël Koné underwent leg surgery after suffering an injury during Canada’s World Cup match against Qatar on June 19. No timeline for his return to club play has been announced.
Weather
Tonight, expect showers or thunderstorms with a risk of a severe thunderstorm this evening. Winds will be northwest at 20 km/h gusting to 40 before becoming light overnight; low of 15°C.
Sunday will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a 40 per cent chance of showers in the afternoon and a risk of thunderstorms; high of 24°C with a humidex of 28. Sunday night will be partly cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers in the evening and a continued risk of thunderstorms; low of 15°C.
