Montreal
Man stabbed in Ville-Marie early Saturday
A 45-year-old man was stabbed in the Ville-Marie borough around 4 a.m. following a conflict involving several people. He was taken to hospital in critical but stable condition. No arrests have been made.
LaSalle bakery targeted by arson overnight
Patisserie LaSalle on Newman Boulevard was struck by arson around 2 a.m., when a suspect smashed a window and left incendiary material inside, causing minor damage. The suspect fled the scene and no arrests have been made.
Montreal public health warns schools against Seréna Québec resources
The Montreal Public Health Department has issued an advisory urging city schools not to use reproductive health materials from the non-profit Seréna Québec, citing concerns about misinformation. The advisory was issued Wednesday.
Quebec scraps AI chatbot and automation projects after troubled pilots
Quebec has abandoned a series of public sector automation and artificial intelligence initiatives, including a chatbot planned for the government website Quebec.ca, after pilot projects ran into significant difficulties. The province has not announced alternative plans.
Hydro-Québec releases Rolland report on billing practices in Indigenous communities
Hydro-Québec published the recommendations of former judge François Rolland regarding its bill collection practices in certain Indigenous communities. The review, mandated in November 2024, examined the historical context and principles of economic reconciliation.
Quebec OB-GYNs sue specialists federation over gender pay gap
Quebec’s obstetricians and gynecologists have filed a legal challenge in Quebec Superior Court against the medical specialists federation, alleging a persistent gender-related pay gap. The case adds to ongoing tensions over pay equity in the province’s health-care system.
Canada
Canadian NATO intern arrested on espionage suspicion in Belgium
A Canadian intern of Chinese origin working at NATO’s strategic headquarters in Mons, Belgium, was arrested Friday on suspicion of espionage for a third country and membership in a criminal organization. The arrest raises concerns about security at one of the alliance’s key command centres.
Ottawa rejects Ford’s Billy Bishop expansion plan
The federal government has turned down Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s proposal for a major expansion of Billy Bishop airport in Toronto, saying it will focus solely on approved safety upgrades. Ford had pushed for a significant increase in the airport’s capacity.
Quebec sends water bombers to help fight B.C. wildfires
Quebec is dispatching three water bomber tanker planes, six pilots, and three aviation maintenance technicians to Williams Lake, B.C., to support efforts against ongoing wildfires. The deployment reflects a mutual aid arrangement between provinces during fire season.
Gordie Howe bridge unveiled on Canadian side without American guests
The Gordie Howe International Bridge linking Windsor, Ont., and Detroit, Mich., was officially unveiled on the Canadian side Friday. American dignitaries were not invited, a decision tied to the ongoing trade dispute and recent tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Canada wins gymnastics gold at Commonwealth Games for first time in 20 years
Canada’s men’s artistic gymnastics team claimed gold in the team final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. It is the country’s first Commonwealth team title in the discipline in 20 years.
World
U.S. fires on merchant vessel as Iran-U.S. strikes enter 13th night
The U.S. military fired on a merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports Friday, while Iran struck American positions around the Persian Gulf. The exchange marked the 13th consecutive night of strikes, with no sign of de-escalation from either side.
Israel detains over 70 in West Bank after deadly violence
Israeli forces detained more than 70 suspects across the occupied West Bank overnight and into Saturday, following clashes that left two Israeli soldiers and four Palestinian villagers dead on Friday. The operations spanned multiple locations across the territory.
Sports
Alouettes host Tiger-Cats in key CFL East matchup
The Montreal Alouettes are facing the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Saturday in a critical CFL East Division game. No final score was available at time of publication.
Canada’s wheelchair basketball teams open Commonwealth Games with wins
Canada’s 3×3 wheelchair basketball teams both won their opening matches at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Friday. The women’s team defeated South Africa 19-3, and the men’s team beat Kenya 16-3.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 18°C, becoming partly cloudy late in the evening.
Sunday will be sunny with a high of 29°C. The humidex will reach 33 and the UV index is expected to be very high; sun protection is advisable if spending time outdoors.
