Montreal
Hate-crime probe opened after City Hall protest
Montreal police have launched a hate-crime investigation following a pro-Palestinian demonstration at City Hall on Aug. 24. A photographer was allegedly assaulted during the protest, and a Jewish activist was subjected to antisemitic and homophobic abuse.
Woman hospitalized after armed assault outside bar
A 24-year-old woman was taken to hospital after an armed assault outside a Montreal bar. Police are investigating the incident.
Quebec students begin second year without cellphones in class
Students across Quebec returned to classrooms this fall under the province’s continued ban on cellphone use during school hours. The policy, now in its second year, applies to all public schools in the province.
42 major construction projects to disrupt Montreal traffic this fall
Mobility Montréal has announced 42 major construction projects and road closures planned for fall 2026, including four new additions to the list. Commuters across the metropolitan area are expected to face significant disruptions.
Federal funding to create 187 student rental units in Outremont
The federal government is backing a purpose-built student housing project at 6600 rue Hutchison in the Outremont neighbourhood. The development will create 187 rental homes aimed at students.
Canada
Ottawa to reveal Montreal-Ottawa high-speed rail route this fall
The federal government plans to unveil the route for the Montreal-to-Ottawa segment of the Quebec City-to-Toronto high-speed rail corridor before the end of the year. Federal Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon is working to address concerns from agricultural communities along the proposed path.
George Chuvalo, Canadian boxing legend, dies at 89
George Chuvalo, widely regarded as one of the toughest fighters in Canadian boxing history, died on Saturday at the age of 89. Chuvalo faced some of the sport’s greatest champions, including Muhammad Ali, and never once hit the canvas in 93 professional bouts.
Income and employment linked to parenthood, Statistics Canada finds
New data from Statistics Canada show a connection between income levels, employment status, and the likelihood of becoming a parent. The findings add to a growing body of research on the economic factors shaping family formation in Canada.
Quebec election campaign enters fourth week with debates ahead
The Quebec provincial election campaign has completed its third week, with party leaders preparing for upcoming debates. The vote is expected to be closely contested across several regions of the province.
World
Trump reiterates support for united Ireland
Former U.S. president Donald Trump repeated his backing for a united Ireland, while declining to address the question of Scottish independence. Trump said he would not discuss Scotland ‘yet,’ leaving the remark open to interpretation.
Hamas welcomes UK sanctions on Israeli communities amid British Jewish backlash
Hamas expressed support for Britain’s new sanctions targeting Israeli communities, deepening a rift between Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband and British Jewish leaders. Jewish community groups have strongly criticized the measures.
Sports
Blue Bombers beat Roughriders 19-6 in Banjo Bowl as Collaros exits injured
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Saskatchewan Roughriders 19-6 in the Banjo Bowl on Saturday. Quarterback Zach Collaros left the game in the third quarter with an injury after throwing an interception.
Elks rout Stampeders 53-16, clinch first playoff berth since 2019
The Edmonton Elks dominated the Calgary Stampeders 53-16 in the Labour Day rematch, securing a playoff spot for the first time since 2019. Quarterback Cody Fajardo passed for 232 yards and three touchdowns to lead the rout.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 12°C. Moderate westerly winds are expected to gust strongly overnight.
Tomorrow will be mainly cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms. Winds will be moderate out of the southwest, gusting strongly at times, with a humidex of 31 and a high of 24°C.
