Montreal
Man stabbed near Saint-Laurent and Ontario early Sunday
An 18-year-old man was stabbed in downtown Montreal near the intersection of Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Ontario Street early Sunday morning. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police are reviewing surveillance footage and no arrests have been made.
Woman injured in armed assault near Place des Festivals
A woman was injured in an armed assault in downtown Montreal near Place des Festivals on Saturday afternoon. No further details on her condition or any arrests were immediately available.
Quebec paramedics reach tentative deal after three years without contract
Paramedics in Quebec, represented by CSN-affiliated unions, reached a tentative agreement with the provincial government after more than three years without a collective agreement. The deal will be presented to members for a ratification vote.
Three arrested after police chase in Montreal
Three individuals were arrested following a police car and foot chase in Montreal early Sunday morning. No further details on the circumstances of the pursuit were immediately available.
Man drowns in Lanaudière region
A man in his 50s drowned in Mandeville, in Quebec’s Lanaudière region, on Sunday. Emergency services responded to the scene.
Construction site shut down over dangerous contaminants
A Montreal construction site was closed after dangerous contaminants were discovered on site. Details on the location and nature of the contaminants were not immediately available.
Canada
Carney calls by-elections for August 31 in three ridings
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called by-elections for August 31 in three federal ridings, including Chicoutimi-Le Fjord. Carney made the announcement on Sunday.
Wildfire emergency grips northwestern Ontario
Northwestern Ontario is facing a wildfire emergency with 130 fires burning across the region, prompting ongoing evacuation measures. Residents in affected communities have been urged to follow instructions from local authorities.
Governments invest $750,000 in Acadian cultural site in New Brunswick
The federal government, the New Brunswick provincial government, and the Town of Beaurivage announced a joint investment of $750,000 in Place du Drapeau acadien, a cultural and historical public space in Saint-Louis-de-Kent. The project aims to preserve and celebrate Acadian heritage.
Zhao and Arseneault earn wild cards for National Bank Open
Tennis Canada announced that Carol Zhao and Ariana Arseneault have received the final two women’s singles wild cards for the National Bank Open in Toronto, which begins next Saturday. It will be Zhao’s final appearance at the tournament.
World
One killed, 29 injured in Berlin vehicle and stabbing attack
A vehicle ramming and stabbing attack in central Berlin on Saturday evening left one person dead and 29 injured. German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the incident is suspected to be an ‘Islamist terrorist attack.’
Sports
CF Montreal fall 1-0 to Inter Miami as Berterame leaves by ambulance
CF Montreal lost 1-0 to Inter Miami at Stade Saputo on Saturday, with Luis Suarez scoring the lone goal on a penalty kick in the 81st minute. The match was overshadowed by an injury to Germán Berterame, who was taken off the pitch by ambulance following a collision with Efrain Morales; he is conscious and recovering with injuries to his left shoulder and nose.
Argonauts down BC Lions 26-12 behind rookie kicker Lidster
The Toronto Argonauts defeated the BC Lions 26-12 on Saturday, with rookie kicker Brady Lidster making four field goals and two converts in his CFL debut. Quarterback Chad Kelly threw two first-half touchdown passes to Makai Polk.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 19°C.
Tomorrow brings a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 29°C, a humidex of 36, and a 60 per cent chance of showers. A thunderstorm is possible, and the UV index is expected to be very high.
