Montreal
Quebec heads to the polls Monday with PQ seeking majority
Quebecers vote Monday in the provincial election, with the Parti Québécois leading in polls and its leader, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, seeking a majority government. The vote follows a campaign marked by debate over the PQ’s promise to hold a sovereignty referendum.
CAQ leader says she underplayed referendum’s economic risks
Coalition Avenir Québec Leader Christine Fréchette said Sunday she regrets not spending more time during the campaign warning voters about the economic consequences of a sovereignty referendum promised by the Parti Québécois. Fréchette made the remarks on the final day of campaigning before Monday’s vote.
PQ faces scrutiny over alleged contact with Trump administration
The Parti Québécois is facing questions over alleged American attempts to influence the Quebec election, after reports emerged that the party sought meetings with the Trump administration. The party has not publicly addressed the allegations in detail.
Man dies after falling onto tracks at Lionel-Groulx metro station
A man in his 40s died Saturday after falling onto the tracks at the Lionel-Groulx metro station and being struck by an oncoming train. The STM is investigating the incident.
Man in critical condition after crash in Longueuil
A man is in critical condition following a collision on Route 116 East in Longueuil. Emergency services responded to the scene Sunday.
Canada
Report calls for Canada to create foreign espionage agency
A new report argues Canada should establish a foreign espionage agency, but only if the government is committed to making it highly effective. The report warns that poorly executed foreign intelligence operations could expose Canada to diplomatic, political, and economic repercussions.
World
Iran’s foreign minister says no military solution to U.S. conflict
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Sunday there is no military solution to his country’s conflict with the United States, as talks on ending the standoff appeared to be at an impasse. Araghchi did not indicate when or whether negotiations might resume.
Sports
Canucks down Flames 4-1 as Pettersson and Ohgren connect
The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Calgary Flames 4-1 on Saturday, with Liam Ohgren scoring one goal and assisting on Elias Pettersson’s winner. The result gives Vancouver a strong early-season result against their provincial rivals.
McDavid leads Oilers past Kraken 3-1 with nine points in three games
The Edmonton Oilers beat the Seattle Kraken 3-1 on Saturday, with Connor McDavid contributing a goal and an assist to bring his season total to nine points through three games. Owen Michaels and Leon Draisaitl also scored for Edmonton.
Weather
Tonight will be mainly cloudy with a low of 11°C. A few showers are expected to begin near midnight, with moderate southwesterly winds gusting to strong and a 30 per cent chance of showers through the evening.
Monday will also be mainly cloudy with a high of 17°C and moderate southerly winds. The UV index is expected to be moderate.
