Montreal
Press groups call for probe after journalist beaten at AI protest
Journalism organizations are demanding an investigation after a freelance journalist was allegedly beaten by Montreal police while covering an anti-artificial intelligence demonstration in the downtown core last week. The groups say the incident raises serious concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists covering public protests.
Lachine borough opens applications for its Youth Council
The Lachine borough is accepting applications from young Montrealers who want to join its Youth Council. The council gives residents a formal voice in local decision-making.
Textile art project launches in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie
‘Les Carreaux bleus,’ a collective textile art project led by artist Agathe Dessaux, has been announced in the Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie borough. The project invites community participation in creating a shared fabric artwork.
Canada
Ottawa tables sweeping infrastructure bill
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government introduced Bill C-39, the ‘Building Canada Strong Act,’ in the House of Commons on Monday. The 246-page bill is designed to streamline approvals for major infrastructure projects across the country.
Unions push back hard against strike restrictions in Bill C-39
Canada’s labour unions are united in opposing provisions in Bill C-39 that would place new limits on the right to strike. Union leaders argue the legislation gives the federal minister excessively broad discretion to end legal work stoppages.
Parole board denies Guy Turcotte supervised outings
The Parole Board of Canada has denied Guy Turcotte supervised outings from prison. Turcotte is serving a life sentence for the murder of his two children.
Quebec Liberal leader addresses health care and federalism ahead of Oct. 5 vote
Quebec Liberal Party Leader Charles Milliard sat down for an interview covering health care, immigration, and federalism as the provincial election draws near. Voters go to the polls on Oct. 5.
World
G7 condemns Houthi strikes, calls for end to Iranian arms supply
G7 foreign ministers, including Canada’s, issued a joint statement Monday condemning ongoing Houthi attacks in Yemen and against Saudi Arabia. The ministers called for an immediate halt to military actions and an end to Iranian arms transfers to the Houthi movement.
Denmark, Greenland, and U.S. set to sign Arctic security pact
Denmark, its autonomous territory of Greenland, and the United States are scheduled to sign an agreement in New York today aimed at strengthening security across the Arctic and North Atlantic region. The deal reflects growing international attention to Arctic sovereignty and defence.
Sports
PWHL names Alison Izzi general manager of Vancouver Goldeneyes
The Professional Women’s Hockey League has hired Alison Izzi as the new general manager of the Vancouver Goldeneyes. Izzi takes over from Cara Gardner Morey, who moved into the head coaching role in July.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 8°C.
Tomorrow brings sunny skies and a high of 17°C, with moderate northeasterly winds. The UV index is expected to be moderate.
