Montreal
Two women shot inside Plateau bar in early morning incident
An unknown gunman opened fire inside a bar in Plateau-Mont-Royal early Saturday morning, wounding two women. Police are searching for the suspect, who fled the scene. No arrests had been made as of Saturday morning.
Driver deliberately strikes two pedestrians in Saint-Honoré, then flees
Two pedestrians were injured Saturday after a driver intentionally struck them in the Saint-Honoré area before fleeing the scene. Investigators are working to identify and locate the driver. The condition of the two victims had not been confirmed as of Saturday.
REM operations team responds to track intrusion on South Shore
The REM operations centre dispatched a response team Saturday after a track intrusion was reported in Brossard. Service disruptions on the South Shore line were possible while crews addressed the situation. REM officials did not immediately provide further details.
Garden centres warn of losses ahead of Mother’s Day amid high fuel costs
Nurseries and markets across greater Montreal say rising fuel costs are cutting into their profits just before one of the busiest weekends of the year. Operators say higher transportation and heating costs are squeezing margins ahead of Mother’s Day on Sunday. Some vendors said they were absorbing losses rather than pass the full cost on to customers.
Protesters rally against Montreal airport expansion over health concerns
Opponents of the proposed expansion of Montreal’s airport gathered Saturday to voice concerns about health risks they say the project poses to nearby residents. Demonstrators called on authorities to conduct further environmental and public health assessments before any work proceeds. Airport and government officials had not publicly responded to the protest as of Saturday afternoon.
Mile End community honours beloved local matriarch
Residents of Mile End came together Saturday to pay tribute to a woman described as a cornerstone of the neighbourhood. The gathering reflected the close-knit character of the community, which has long been home to successive waves of immigrant families, including a historically significant Greek-Canadian presence. Details of the honouree and the event were shared with attendees at the ceremony.
Habs fans pack Rialto Theatre to celebrate playoff win
Supporters of the Montreal Canadiens crowded into the Rialto Theatre on Saturday to celebrate the team’s Game 2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. The screening drew a lively crowd eager to relive the 5-1 win that evened the playoff series at one game apiece. The festive atmosphere spilled onto the surrounding streets after the event.
Canada
Carney says Canada open to deeper economic ties with US in some sectors
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Saturday that Canada is willing to pursue deeper economic integration with the United States in select sectors. Carney did not specify which industries he had in mind but framed the position as part of ongoing bilateral negotiations. ‘Canada is open to working more closely with our partners where it makes sense for Canadians,’ Carney said.
Two-year-old boy dies after falling into Ottawa River
A 2-year-old boy has died after falling into the Ottawa River and being pulled from the water. Emergency responders rescued the child but he did not survive. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Two Canadians charged in US over firearms smuggling attempt
American authorities have charged two Canadians with attempting to smuggle firearms across the border into Canada. The charges were laid in connection with an interdiction at the US-Canada border. Details on the specific crossing location and the weapons involved were not immediately available.
Manitoba reports 30 new measles cases as outbreak grows
Provincial health officials in Manitoba have confirmed 30 additional measles cases, adding to an already concerning cluster in the province. Public health authorities urged unvaccinated residents to get immunized as soon as possible. Manitoba has been among the provinces most affected by a broader resurgence of measles across Canada.
Advocates welcome Manitoba’s declaration of HIV public health emergency
Health advocates are praising Manitoba’s decision to declare HIV a public health emergency in the province. Supporters say the declaration will unlock resources and co-ordinated action needed to address rising infection rates. Advocacy groups called on other provinces facing similar pressures to consider comparable measures.
Sports
Canadiens even series with 5-1 win over Sabres in Game 2
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-1 on Friday night to even their NHL playoff series at one game apiece. Alex Newhook scored twice and goaltender Jakub Dobes was strong between the pipes throughout the game. Game 3 of the series is scheduled for next week.
Victoire fall to Minnesota in Game 4, series heads to deciding Game 5
The Montreal Victoire lost to the Minnesota Frost in Game 4 of their PWHL playoff series, tying the series 2-2 and setting up a winner-take-all Game 5. The Victoire will need a victory to advance in the post-season. A date and location for Game 5 had not been confirmed as of Saturday.
Weather
Tonight will bring cloudy periods with a 30 per cent chance of showers. Temperatures will drop to around 10 C with light winds.
Sunday brings a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 20 C and a low of 8 C overnight. Winds will remain light — a reasonable forecast for Mother’s Day plans across the region.
