Montreal
REM West Island branch opens for paid service
The new West Island branch of the Réseau express métropolitain began regular paid service Monday after a free-ride weekend that gave commuters an early look at the line. The extension adds rapid transit connections to several West Island communities and is expected to ease pressure on major highway corridors.
Teen shot in St-Laurent borough Sunday night
A 17-year-old boy was shot and seriously injured in the lower body late Sunday night in the St-Laurent borough, Montreal police said. The suspect had not been identified as of Monday morning and an investigation is underway.
La Ronde opens 2026 season under new management
La Ronde welcomed its first visitors of the season Monday under new management, with the amusement park promising more operating days and extended evening hours compared to previous years. The St. Helen’s Island attraction is a traditional draw for Montreal families through the summer months.
Patriots’ Day keeps some services limited
Banks, government offices and some transit services were closed or operating on reduced schedules Monday for the Patriots’ Day holiday. Most Montreal stores, shopping malls and tourist attractions remained open.
Montreal Village launches summer programming
The Village neighbourhood kicked off its summer season Monday with a schedule of drag shows, live music and karaoke events planned through the warmer months. Organizers said the programming is intended to draw both residents and tourists to the strip along Sainte-Catherine Street East.
Gay rights pioneer marks 25 years since West Island march
A pioneer of the gay rights movement in Montreal reflected Monday on the 25th anniversary of a 2001 march against homophobia that drew participants from the West Island. The commemorative event was held Monday.
Quebec police seek help finding missing Beauce teenager
Quebec provincial police are asking the public for help locating Alysson Grimard, 14, who was reported missing from the Beauce region. Anyone with information is asked to contact their local police service or call 911.
Canada
Carney unveils plan to double Canada’s electricity grid by 2050
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a national energy plan that would double Canada’s electricity grid capacity by 2050 to meet projected demand growth. The plan drew praise from industry groups but criticism from environmental advocates who said it did not go far enough on emissions reductions.
Carney and Smith sign pipeline and carbon price deal
Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith signed a pipeline agreement last week that sets out a new carbon price framework for the province. Commentators described the deal as a calculated political risk for the federal Liberals, given competing pressures from energy industry and climate advocates.
Sports
Canada beats Denmark 5-1 in third-period comeback at IIHF worlds
Canada rallied in the third period to defeat Denmark 5-1 at the IIHF World Championship preliminary round Monday in Fribourg, Switzerland. The win kept Canada undefeated at 3-0 in the tournament.
Canadiens and PWHL Victoire both post wins
The Montreal Canadiens and the PWHL Victoire each secured victories Monday, adding to a positive day for local professional hockey. Further details on scores and opponents were not immediately available.
Weather
Tonight will be clear early then turning partly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers overnight. The low will be 19°C with northeast winds around 20 km/h becoming light later.
Tuesday will be cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the morning, clearing to a mix of sun and cloud by afternoon. The high will reach 29°C, with southwest winds of 20 km/h gusting to 40 in the morning, then strengthening to 40 km/h gusting to 60 near noon.
