Montreal
Parents demand new probe after coroner disputes suicide ruling in DDO park death
The parents of Emmanuel Diafouka, 18, are calling for a new investigation after a Quebec coroner’s report found no evidence of suicide in their son’s death. Diafouka was found with a bullet wound to his forehead in a Dollard-des-Ormeaux park in January 2025. The coroner’s finding directly contradicts the SPVM’s initial conclusion that the death was a suicide.
Court hears challenge to Montreal bylaw targeting abuse of city employees
Lawyers appeared before Quebec Superior Court on Thursday seeking a suspension of a Montreal bylaw that prohibits insults, harassment, threats, and intimidation directed at city employees, including police officers. Justice Eleni Yiannakis heard arguments in the case. The bylaw has drawn criticism from civil liberties advocates since its adoption.
15 arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters barricade McGill administration building
Police made 15 arrests after pro-Palestinian demonstrators barricaded themselves inside a McGill University administration building. Tear gas was deployed on the crowd gathered outside. The university has faced repeated protests related to the conflict in Gaza.
Major St-Michel fire leaves about 30 families homeless
A large fire in the St-Michel neighbourhood left approximately 30 families without housing and forced the evacuation of a nearby daycare. The cause of the blaze has not been confirmed. Emergency services were on scene to assist displaced residents.
Canada
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon sworn in as Quebec’s 34th premier
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon was sworn in as Quebec’s 34th premier on Wednesday, unveiling a 23-member cabinet. His Parti Québécois won the October 5 provincial election but fell short of a majority, forming a minority government. St-Pierre Plamondon is the first PQ premier since Bernard Landry left office in 2003.
Ottawa dismisses U.S. concerns over alleged Canadian election interference
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa said Wednesday that the federal government is brushing aside American concerns about ‘potential interference in U.S. elections.’ Prime Minister Mark Carney has denied any Canadian involvement in the upcoming November 3 midterm elections. U.S. officials say they have warned Ottawa about the matter ahead of the vote.
Military to brief media on CFB Wainwright incident
Senior Canadian Armed Forces officials, including Chief of the Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan, are scheduled to hold a media briefing Thursday afternoon in Edmonton. The briefing will provide an update on an incident that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17. No details about the nature of the incident have been released ahead of the briefing.
World
Russia strikes Kyiv overnight, killing two and wounding 22
Russia launched a large-scale missile attack on Kyiv overnight, killing at least two people and wounding 22, including four children. Targets included a bridge, civilian homes, and energy infrastructure. The attack came hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly agreed to resume trilateral peace talks with the United States and Ukraine after November 10.
INTERPOL operation disrupts nearly 11,000 cybercrime networks, recovers $105 million USD
INTERPOL announced Thursday that ‘Operation Serengeti III,’ conducted between June 29 and August 31, disrupted 10,909 malicious cybercrime networks and led to the arrest of 1,462 suspects. Law enforcement agencies from 21 countries took part in the coordinated action. More than $105 million USD in illicit funds was recovered during the operation.
Sports
Suzuki out 2-4 weeks with injury, ending 546-game ironman streak
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki will miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury, bringing an end to his ironman streak of 546 consecutive games. It will be the first game of his NHL career that Suzuki has missed. He had recorded 12 points — five goals and seven assists — in nine games this season, and the Canadiens are scheduled to visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 2°C. Moderate northeasterly winds will ease to light late this evening.
Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 15°C, clearing late in the afternoon. Moderate northerly winds are expected to develop in the afternoon, with a moderate UV index.
