Montreal
PQ leader calls French situation in Montreal ‘catastrophic,’ demands tougher protections
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon described the state of the French language in Montreal as ‘catastrophic’ and called for stronger protections, including extending Bill 101 to CEGEPs and the children of temporary immigrants.
CAQ leader promises to extend Bill 101 to adult and vocational education
Coalition Avenir Québec leader Christine Fréchette reiterated her party’s pledge to extend Bill 101 to adult and vocational education if the CAQ wins a third mandate. The promise comes as language policy remains a central issue heading into the next provincial election.
Police investigate attempted arson at Villeray restaurant
Montreal police are investigating an attempted arson at El Khawa restaurant on Rue Jean-Talon in the Villeray—Saint-Michel—Parc-Extension borough. A suspect fled the scene after being observed by a witness.
English-language students head back to class this week
Students at the Lester B. Pearson School Board return to class Monday, with English Montreal School Board students following on Tuesday, September 1. Staffing challenges remain a key concern for English-language school boards as the new year begins.
Truck spills mac and cheese powder near Champlain Bridge
A truck carrying macaroni and cheese powder overturned on the South Shore near the Samuel De Champlain Bridge, spilling its contents across the highway. The driver sustained minor injuries.
Canada
Trade negotiators keep professional tone despite rising Canada-U.S. tensions
Canadian and U.S. trade negotiators are maintaining a professional working relationship even as political rhetoric and tariffs between the two countries continue to escalate. Officials say the measured approach is part of a broader strategy.
By-elections set for Monday in three federal ridings
Voters in three federal ridings across Canada, including one in Quebec, head to the polls Monday in by-elections triggered by the resignations of their Members of Parliament.
Quebec expands support program for businesses hit by U.S. tariffs
Quebec is broadening a program aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises cope with the impact of U.S. tariffs. The expansion is intended to reach more businesses affected by the ongoing trade dispute.
World
Scientists warn Nepal flooding signals severe climate consequences
Scientists are raising alarms after violent flooding struck Himalayan villages in Nepal, leaving thousands of people missing. Researchers said the disaster is a sign of the increasingly severe consequences of climate change.
Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch from Cape Canaveral
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is scheduled to lift off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, Sunday morning. The mission aims to deepen understanding of the universe, including the nature of dark energy and dark matter.
Sports
Roughriders rally past Argonauts 28-24 in Regina
The Saskatchewan Roughriders defeated the Toronto Argonauts 28-24 at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, overcoming a 22-7 deficit. Quarterback Trevor Harris led the comeback, with Tommy Stevens scoring the winning touchdown late in the fourth quarter.
Weather
Tonight will be mainly cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers or thunderstorms early this evening, clearing late. Winds will be moderate from the west, becoming light through the evening. The low will be 13°C.
Monday brings mainly cloudy skies again with another 60 per cent chance of showers or thunderstorms and moderate westerly winds gusting to strong. The high will reach 24°C with a humidex of 29 and a moderate UV index.
