Montreal
Heat wave breaks as sunny weekend arrives
Montreal’s stretch of extreme heat has come to an end, with sunny and more comfortable conditions forecast for the July 4-5 weekend. Residents are being encouraged to take advantage of the improved weather after days of dangerous temperatures.
La Fontaine Tunnel closed through Monday morning
The La Fontaine Tunnel is fully closed in the direction of Montreal from 11 p.m. Friday July 3 until 5 a.m. Monday July 6, with additional highway restrictions also in effect. Drivers are advised to plan alternate routes for the long weekend.
Driver out of critical condition after Anjou building crash
A 64-year-old driver has been released from critical condition following a vehicle crash into an apartment building in Anjou. Details on the cause of the crash remain limited.
School board email exposes Rosemère parents’ personal data
The Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board sent a mass email on July 2 that inadvertently revealed the personal information of families connected to Rosemère High School. The board has not yet issued a public statement on remedial steps.
Bell Centre memorial set for slain Montreal officer
A public memorial ceremony for Montreal police officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, who was killed in the line of duty, is scheduled for July 7 at the Bell Centre. The event will give the broader community an opportunity to pay their respects to the slain officer.
Canada
Carney announces partnerships with Philippines
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a series of new partnerships with the Philippines on July 2, covering trade, energy, defence and tourism. Carney said the agreements reflect Canada’s push to deepen ties across the Indo-Pacific region.
Ottawa Canada Day fireworks cancelled due to extreme weather
Evening Canada Day fireworks and events in Ottawa were cancelled on July 1 after extreme weather swept through the capital. The cancellation disrupted celebrations for thousands who had gathered on Parliament Hill.
Carney marks Canada Day with call for national unity
Prime Minister Mark Carney used his Canada Day address on July 1 to emphasize unity at a time of economic and geopolitical uncertainty. Carney called on Canadians to stand together in defence of shared values and institutions.
Pipeline expansion plans face continued opposition
Proposed pipeline projects across Canada continue to face pushback from Indigenous groups, environmental advocates and some provincial governments. No new regulatory decisions have been announced.
Sports
Stampeders rout Argonauts 58-36 in CFL blowout
The Calgary Stampeders defeated the Toronto Argonauts 58-36 on July 3, with Vernon Adams Jr. playing a key role in the high-scoring performance. The result was one of the most lopsided CFL outcomes of the young season.
Victoire lead PWHL standings heading into 2026-27
The Montréal Victoire sit atop the PWHL standings with a record of 22-6-2, ahead of the Boston Fleet at 21-5-4. The Victoire’s position at the top of the league gives the local club a strong foundation as the season progresses.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 17°C — a marked improvement after the recent heat wave.
Sunday brings a sunny sky and a high of 29°C, making for a pleasant summer day across Greater Montreal.
