Montreal
Officer, civilian and suspect dead after Côte-des-Neiges shooting
Three people were killed — including a Montreal police officer and a suspect — during an SPVM operation in Côte-des-Neiges on Monday morning. Emergency services responded to reports of an armed suspect around 11:30 a.m., with at least one other officer injured during the incident. SPVM chief described the events as a ‘nightmare’ at a news conference held after the lockdown was lifted.
Witnesses describe ‘complete chaos’ at grocery store shooting scene
Witnesses near the scene of the Côte-des-Neiges shooting reported hearing 10 to 12 gunshots and described the situation as ‘complete chaos.’ The incident unfolded near a local grocery store before police secured the area.
Orange and Blue Line métro service disrupted by emergency response
The STM suspended Orange Line service between Côte-Vertu and Lionel-Groulx, and Blue Line service between Snowdon and Parc, on Monday due to emergency services intervention related to the Côte-des-Neiges shooting. The Décarie Expressway was also closed during the operation, creating widespread traffic disruptions across the area.
West Island and South Shore flooding cleanup under way
Residents in Pierrefonds-Roxboro and communities on the South Shore continued cleanup efforts Monday following heavy rainfall Saturday night. Forecasters are calling for lighter showers in the coming days, offering some relief to affected areas.
Montréal-Nord family alleges police abused power at birthday party
A Montréal-Nord family has filed a complaint alleging that police officers pepper-sprayed guests at a birthday party in an abuse of power. The incident was reported Monday, and details of the complaint are under review.
Canada
Carney meets Croatian PM in Ottawa for first-ever bilateral visit
Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic to Ottawa on Monday in what officials described as the first-ever visit of its kind between the two countries. The leaders discussed co-operation on energy and defence.
Federal government unveils plan for up to 10 new nuclear reactors
The federal government released its Nuclear Energy Strategy on Monday, outlining plans to build up to 10 new reactors as part of an effort to position Canada as an energy superpower. The strategy also includes goals for nuclear energy exports. Ontario signed a memorandum of understanding with New York State the same day on nuclear technologies development.
Parliamentary report urges indefinite MAID exclusion for mental illness
A newly tabled parliamentary report is calling on the federal government to permanently exclude people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness from eligibility for Medical Assistance in Dying. The report does not set a timeline for the government to respond.
Opioid deaths in Canada fall 26 per cent
New figures show that opioid-related deaths across Canada have dropped 26 per cent, marking a significant shift in one of the country’s most persistent public health crises. No single factor was identified as the primary cause of the decline.
Sports
Elks edge Alouettes 32-29 in CFL Week 3
The Edmonton Elks defeated the Montreal Alouettes 32-29 on June 20 in a close CFL Week 3 matchup. The loss affects Montreal’s standing in the early part of the season.
Tiger-Cats and Argonauts post big wins in CFL action
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeated the BC Lions 41-27, while the Toronto Argonauts beat the Ottawa Redblacks 44-24, both on June 20. The results were part of the same week of CFL play that saw Montreal fall to Edmonton.
Weather
Tonight: cloudy periods with a 30 per cent chance of showers. Low of 16°C with light wind.
Tomorrow: a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. Light wind expected throughout the day.
