Montreal
St. Mary’s Hospital launches $16.3-million emergency room expansion
Renovations began at St. Mary’s Hospital in Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce to modernize and expand its emergency department. The $16.3-million project aims to increase the number of beds and exam rooms to address years of overcrowding.
Class-action suit targets school boards over mandatory uniform costs
A class-action lawsuit filed in Quebec Superior Court names approximately 30 school boards and service centres, including the English Montreal School Board, Lester-B.-Pearson School Board, and New Frontiers School Board. The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages for guardians who purchased uniforms from designated suppliers since September 20, 2023.
Arson squad investigates Saint-Leonard vehicle fire
Three vehicles were towed after an early morning fire on Rollin Street near Brunetière Street in the Saint-Leonard borough. One vehicle was allegedly set ablaze, causing damage to two others and a nearby building. The Montreal police arson squad has taken over the file.
About 50 blue-collar city workers walk off the job
About 50 blue-collar municipal workers are on strike after negotiations over a new collective agreement stalled, with wages the primary point of contention. The workers have been without a contract since December 31, 2024.
Report warns Greater Montreal could lose 113,000 residents in a decade
A study commissioned by the Regroupement des chambres de commerce du Grand Montréal warns the region could shed 113,000 residents over the next 10 years, putting pressure on local businesses. The report calls on Quebec to raise its permanent immigration target to 61,000 annually to offset the projected demographic decline.
Canada
Vancouver police seize $5.8-million cocaine shipment traced to Montreal port
Vancouver police seized 328.55 kilograms of cocaine from a shipping container in southeast Vancouver, with an estimated street value of $5.8 million. The container originated in Honduras, stopped in Jamaica, and arrived in Montreal on July 5 before continuing to Vancouver.
Quebec rock duo wins 2026 Polaris Music Prize
Quebec rock duo Angine de Poitrine took home the 2026 Polaris Music Prize. The award recognizes the best Canadian album of the year based on artistic merit.
Quebec engineering awards honour REM, Montreal urban projects
The 24th Grands Prix du génie-conseil québécois recognized several major projects, including AtkinsRéalis and the City of Montreal for Place des Montréalaises, CIMA+ and UQAM for the UQAM Pavilion C, and the AtkinsRéalis-AECOM consortium for the REM Deux-Montagnes branch.
World
El Niño could cause 451,000 additional heat deaths by February, projections show
New scientific projections warn that the ongoing El Niño phenomenon could lead to an additional 451,000 heat-related deaths worldwide by February due to rising global temperatures. Researchers released the figures as part of an assessment of the climate event’s public health impact.
OSCE shut out of U.S. midterm election observation for first time
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe said it was not invited by the United States to observe its midterm elections, a first in the organization’s history. The OSCE expressed disappointment at the decision.
Sports
Four prospects in contention for Canadiens roster spots at training camp
Four prospects have an open door at the Montreal Canadiens’ training camp as the team works through roster decisions ahead of the upcoming season. Coaching staff have yet to announce which players will make the final cut.
Weather
Tonight will be clear with a low of 9°C.
Tomorrow brings sunny skies and a high of 19°C, with a moderate UV index expected.
