Montreal
Housing project opens on Saint-Laurent with federal backing
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada joined federal representatives June 17 to mark the opening of a new housing project at 1635 Saint-Laurent Blvd. The development adds to a growing push to address Montreal’s housing shortage through joint municipal and federal funding.
New day shelter opens on Atwater to serve homeless residents
Resilience Montréal opened a new day shelter on Atwater Avenue on Thursday, with organizers saying the space is designed to restore dignity to people experiencing homelessness. The facility adds daytime capacity to the organization’s existing network of supports in the city.
Severe thunderstorms bring hail risk and heavy rain to Montreal
Environment Canada issued warnings Thursday as severe thunderstorms moved through the Montreal area, bringing strong winds, hail risk and the possibility of up to 70 mm of rain by Friday morning. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor objects and avoid unnecessary travel during the evening hours.
Construction worker survives impalement by steel rod
Emergency crews responded Thursday to a Montreal construction site where a worker was impaled by a steel rod. The worker was rescued and transported to hospital; details on their condition were not immediately available.
10 youths arrested in Pokémon card theft ring spanning Laval and Montreal
Police arrested 10 young people Thursday in connection with a series of Pokémon card thefts across the Laval and Montreal region. Investigators said the group had targeted hobby shops and retail stores in multiple incidents.
Runaway kangaroo captured in Boucherville after days on the loose
A kangaroo that had been roaming the South Shore for several days was captured Thursday in Boucherville. Animal control officers and wildlife responders worked to safely contain the animal; the origin of the kangaroo was under investigation.
Family mourns 13-year-old girl killed in accident
The family of Pierre Huet is grieving the death of a 13-year-old girl following an accident reported Thursday. Further details on the circumstances of the accident were not immediately available.
Canada
Carney secures defence and minerals deals at G7 summit in France
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new partnerships on defence and critical minerals on the sidelines of the G7 Leaders’ Summit in France on June 17. The agreements were presented as part of Canada’s effort to diversify strategic alliances amid shifting global trade pressures.
Hot mic catches Carney discussing Chinese EV deal with Trump at G7
A hot microphone captured Carney in conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit June 17, with the exchange touching on Canada’s planned purchase of Chinese electric vehicles. The incident drew attention to ongoing trade tensions between Ottawa and Washington over EV policy.
Canada’s planned Swedish surveillance aircraft purchase raises U.S. concerns
Canada’s move to acquire Swedish GlobalEye surveillance aircraft for integration into the NORAD modernization effort is facing potential pushback from U.S. officials, according to information emerging June 18. The purchase could complicate defence procurement talks between Ottawa and Washington.
Carney releases national artificial intelligence strategy in Toronto
Carney unveiled Canada’s new artificial intelligence strategy in Toronto this month, laying out the federal government’s plan for AI investment, regulation and workforce development. The strategy is intended to position Canada as a competitive player in the global AI sector.
G7 leaders call for balanced and resilient global growth
G7 leaders issued a joint statement June 17 calling for balanced, durable and resilient economic growth, with the communiqué reflecting broad agreement on macroeconomic co-ordination. Carney was among the signatories as Canada holds an active role in this year’s summit discussions.
Sports
Alouettes open CFL season with 37-30 win over Argonauts
The Montreal Alouettes defeated the Toronto Argonauts 37-30 in the CFL regular season opener at Percival Molson Stadium on June 12, improving their record to 1-0. The defending Grey Cup champions opened the home schedule with a victory in front of a partisan crowd on Saint-Laurent.
Victoire mapping out roster and draft approach for 2026-27 PWHL season
The Montreal Victoire have been actively discussing roster construction and draft strategy ahead of the 2026-27 PWHL season, with team officials weighing moves in the days surrounding the June 17-18 period. The Victoire are among the league’s marquee franchises as the PWHL continues to expand its profile in Canada.
Weather
Tonight, showers or thunderstorms are expected to taper off late, giving way to mainly cloudy skies with a 30 per cent chance of showers. A risk of severe thunderstorms remains early this evening; winds from the southeast at 30 km/h gusting to 50 will shift southwest and strengthen to gusts of 70 before diminishing. The overnight low will be 15°C.
Friday will be mainly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers in the morning and early afternoon, then a few showers developing in the afternoon and a risk of thunderstorms late in the day. Winds from the southwest at 30 km/h gusting to 50; high of 18°C. Friday night brings more showers with a risk of thunderstorms early in the evening, winds easing to west at 20 km/h and a low of 15°C.
