Montreal
Contrecoeur port expansion breaks ground with $1.16-billion federal backing
Workers have begun building a stone jetty in the St. Lawrence River as construction gets underway on a new wharf for the Port of Montreal’s expansion in Contrecoeur. The federal government fast-tracked the project, describing it as a nation-building effort, and the Canada Infrastructure Bank has secured a $1.16-billion loan to support it.
Mayor discusses cycling championships, sanitation and West Island flood concerns
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada addressed the expected impact of the upcoming UCI Road World Championships on the city, along with sanitation issues and ongoing concerns raised by West Island flood victims. Ferrada made the comments during a radio interview on Friday.
Mayor meets with Pierrefonds-Roxboro counterpart Jim Beis
Martinez Ferrada met this week with Pierrefonds-Roxboro Mayor Dimitrios Jim Beis and his team. No details of the discussions were released.
Atwater Avenue lane closures this weekend for roadwork
The City of Montreal is carrying out roadwork on Atwater Avenue, resulting in temporary lane closures today and Sunday. Drivers are advised to plan for delays in the area.
Quebec City archdiocese reaches $31.5-million settlement over sexual assault claims
A Quebec Superior Court judge has approved a $31.5-million class-action settlement against the Quebec City archdiocese for sexual assault claims dating back to 1940. Victims have 90 days to submit their claims.
Free outdoor concert draws crowds to Parc Ahuntsic
The Orchestre Classique de Montréal performed their free outdoor evening concert ‘L’Élan des cordes’ in Parc Ahuntsic on Friday. The event was part of the orchestra’s summer programming.
Montreal Summer Marketplace opens at the Old Port
The Montreal Summer Marketplace and Community Festival got underway at the Old Port of Montreal, bringing together local businesses, artisans, food vendors, and live entertainment. The festival opened Friday.
Canada
Quebec government found liable for cancelling Christian group’s convention booking
A Quebec court ruled that the provincial government and former Tourism Minister Caroline Proulx were personally liable for unlawfully cancelling a Christian organization’s booking at a publicly owned convention centre in 2023. The ruling ordered combined damages of approximately $60,000.
New York jury convicts Montreal-area father in daughter’s death
A New York jury found Luciano Frattolin guilty of second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse in the death of his nine-year-old daughter, Melina Frattolin, who died on July 19, 2025, during a family trip to the United States. The verdict was reached earlier this week.
World
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake kills at least 47 in Indonesia’s Flores region
A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia’s Flores region, killing at least 47 people, collapsing buildings, and triggering widespread panic. A tsunami warning was issued and later lifted, though smaller tsunamis were reported in the area.
Sports
Blue Bombers down REDBLACKS 33-21 as Collaros returns from injury
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Ottawa REDBLACKS 33-21 at home on Friday, with Brady Oliveira recording 154 total yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Zach Collaros also made his return from injury in the win.
BC Lions beat Stampeders 30-26 for third straight win
The BC Lions defeated the Calgary Stampeders 30-26 on the road, securing their third consecutive victory. Nathan Rourke threw two touchdown passes to Keon Hatcher Sr. and added a rushing touchdown.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 13°C.
Tomorrow will be mainly sunny with a high of 24°C and a humidex of 26. The UV index is expected to be high, so sun protection is recommended.
