Montreal
Child referred to DPJ after police respond near Notre-Dame encampment
Montreal police referred a child to Quebec’s youth protection agency after responding to a concerning situation involving a woman and a child near the Notre-Dame homeless encampment. No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
ALL IN 2026 AI conference opens at Palais des congrès
Thousands of participants gathered at the Palais des congrès Wednesday for the ALL IN 2026 artificial intelligence conference. Discussions are focused on AI’s potential, safety, privacy, and public trust.
Diver injured by great white shark off Percé
A diver was transported to hospital after being injured by a great white shark near Percé, in the Gaspé region. The incident marks an unusual encounter in Quebec waters.
Canada
Canada announces funding for women’s economic inclusion at Montreal summit
Global Affairs Canada announced new funding at the 2X Global Summit in Montreal, including two $55 million loans aimed at addressing financial inequalities faced by women. The summit, co-hosted by Canada, runs from September 15 to 17 and focuses on inclusive economic growth.
Canada and Germany commit $300 million to Montreal-based AI safety non-profit
Canada and Germany have pledged up to $300 million in joint funding to LawZero, a Montreal-based non-profit focused on AI safety research. Canada is contributing $150 million while Germany is providing 100 million euros.
World
U.S. charges five individuals linked to Russian intelligence over global murder plots
The U.S. Department of Justice unsealed charges against five people accused of working for Russian intelligence services and conspiring to carry out attacks and murders globally, including within the United States. The alleged conspiracy dates to at least 2024, and all five defendants remain at large.
Sports
Matthews reflects on Leafs overhaul as training camp opens
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews spoke to media Wednesday as the team opened training camp with physicals, addressing a significant off-season rebuild. Changes include new general manager John Chayka, goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, defenceman Darren Raddysh, and first-overall pick Gavin McKenna — moves made after the Leafs finished last in the Atlantic Division in 2025-26.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 14°C.
Tomorrow brings a mix of sun and cloud, clearing late in the afternoon, with a high of 23°C and a humidex of 26. The UV index is expected to be high.
