Montreal
Fréchette pauses campaign for cabinet meeting ahead of tariffs
Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette announced Sunday she will step away from the provincial election campaign to convene a special cabinet meeting Monday, one day before new Canadian retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports take effect. The tariffs, ranging from 15 to 50 per cent on various U.S. goods, are set to kick in Tuesday, September 8.
Montreal small businesses brace for U.S. tariff impact
Small businesses across Montreal that depend on U.S. supply chains are preparing for significant cost increases as the new Canadian tariffs take effect Tuesday. The levies cover a wide range of U.S. imports and could squeeze margins for retailers, restaurants, and manufacturers in the region.
Two SUVs destroyed in overnight arson in Saint-Leonard and Montreal-Est
Two sport utility vehicles were set ablaze in separate incidents in the Saint-Leonard and Montreal-Est boroughs in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police are investigating and have not confirmed whether the fires are connected.
Motorcyclist killed after collision with unlicensed minor driver in La Tuque
A motorcyclist died Saturday evening following a collision with a pickup truck on a forest road in La Tuque. Police said the pickup was driven by a minor who did not hold a licence.
Island Fête wraps up Labour Day weekend in Dorval
The fourth annual Island Fête Caribbean Food and Arts Festival concluded its Labour Day weekend run in Dorval on Sunday. The event featured live entertainment, cultural performances, Caribbean cuisine, and artisan vendors.
Canada
Poll shows strong Canadian support for rejecting U.S. trade deal and imposing tariffs
A Nanos poll released Saturday found that 85 per cent of Canadians support or somewhat support the federal government’s decision to reject the U.S. trade deal. Eighty per cent said they support or somewhat support retaliatory tariffs against the United States.
Canada Strong Pass program ends after final weekend
The Canada Strong Pass, which offered free or discounted admission to museums and galleries in the Ottawa-Gatineau region for children and young adults, wrapped up its final weekend Sunday. The program gave younger Canadians access to cultural institutions at reduced or no cost.
World
Iran claims missile strike on U.S. warships after Strait of Hormuz confrontation
Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps claimed it launched ballistic missiles at a U.S. aircraft carrier and destroyer, following reports that the U.S. military had destroyed three Iranian crude oil carriers in the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange marks a sharp escalation of tensions between the two countries in the region.
U.S. envoys meet Zelenskyy in Kyiv as Ukraine signals ceasefire readiness
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travelled to Kyiv on Sunday for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following earlier meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Ukraine said it is prepared to halt airstrikes against Russian cities involved in the negotiation process as a gesture toward a ceasefire.
Sports
Whitecaps fall 3-1 to St. Louis as visitors extend unbeaten run to 13 games
St. Louis CITY SC defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3-1 on Saturday night, stretching their MLS-best unbeaten streak to 13 games. Simon Becher, Tomas Totland, and Conrad Wallem scored for St. Louis.
Sargent hat trick not enough as Toronto FC draws 4-4 with Chicago
Toronto FC and Chicago Fire FC played to a 4-4 draw at BMO Field on Saturday. Josh Sargent scored his first career hat trick for Toronto in the high-scoring affair.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers early this evening, clearing later overnight. The low will drop to 13°C.
Monday brings sunny skies and a high of 26°C, with moderate westerly winds developing in the morning and a humidex of 28. The UV index is expected to be high, so sun protection is advisable if spending time outdoors.
