Montreal
Laval mayor reveals brain tumour diagnosis
Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer announced Monday that he has been diagnosed with a brain tumour and will be scaling back his public activities. Boyer did not indicate a timeline for his reduced schedule.
Man stabbed overnight in downtown Montreal
A 34-year-old man was stabbed in downtown Montreal overnight. Police are investigating the circumstances of the attack.
Montreal home sales fell 13.1 per cent in August
Residential sales in Montreal dropped 13.1 per cent last month compared to a year earlier, according to new figures. Despite the slowdown in transactions, year-over-year prices rose across all property categories.
Canada
Trump posts map showing U.S. flag over Canada, threatens Bombardier ban
U.S. President Donald Trump used the Labour Day long weekend to post a series of messages on social media, including one showing a U.S. flag blanketing Canada, Mexico, and other regions. A separate post declared ‘NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES,’ raising fresh concerns about the Montreal-based aerospace manufacturer’s access to its largest export market.
Snowbirds make final appearance until 2030 at Toronto air show
The Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds performed at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on Sunday in what will be their last public appearance until 2030. The aerobatics team is set to be grounded at the end of the 2026 season while its aging jets are replaced.
Canadians report higher happiness levels, Quebec leads provinces
A new Leger Happiness Index puts the national average at 70.5 out of 100, up from 68.7 in 2025. Quebec ranked as the happiest province at 74.5, while Montreal topped the list among the country’s largest cities at 72.7.
World
AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt state election with record 44.5 per cent
Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany party took Sunday’s state election in Saxony-Anhalt with 44.5 per cent of the vote, according to exit polls released by public broadcaster ARD. The result marks a record share for the AfD in any German state election.
Sports
Montreal Roses beat Ottawa Rapid to extend table lead
The Montreal Roses defeated the Ottawa Rapid on Sunday, widening their advantage at the top of the standings. The win keeps the Roses in firm control of first place.
Red Wings hockey search continues after Tigers GM steps aside
Detroit Tigers general manager Jeff Greenberg announced Monday that he has removed himself from consideration for the Detroit Red Wings’ head of hockey operations role. Greenberg said his commitment remains with the Tigers organization.
Weather
Tonight will see a few clouds with increasing cloudiness near midnight and a 40 per cent chance of showers overnight. The low will be 18°C, with moderate westerly winds easing to light this evening.
Tuesday brings a sunny day with a high of 26°C and a humidex of 28. Moderate westerly winds are expected, and the UV index will be high.
