Montreal
Rosemont pharmacy hit by arson overnight
A Jean Coutu pharmacy on rue Beaubien Est in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie was set on fire just after midnight, causing significant damage to the building. No injuries were reported. The SPVM is investigating the blaze as a criminal fire and has secured the scene for camera review.
Canadiens players raise $350,000 for Children’s Hospital
Several Montreal Canadiens players took part in the annual ‘Stroll & Dash’ charity event at Danyluk Park in Town of Mount Royal on Sunday, helping raise more than $350,000 for the Montreal Children’s Hospital. The event drew strong community participation from across the region.
Canadian Army formalizes new structure for 2nd Division in Montreal
The Canadian Army has formally recognized a new mission-based structure that includes the 2nd Canadian Division, headquartered in Montreal. The reorganization is aimed at strengthening Canada’s defence posture and improving operational readiness.
Canada
Ottawa tables bill to create new defence procurement agency
The federal government introduced Bill C-40, ‘Strengthening Canada’s Defence Sector,’ on Tuesday, proposing to establish the Defence Investment Agency as a Crown corporation to accelerate military procurement. The move comes as Canada faces mounting pressure to increase defence spending.
PBO calls for ‘substantial’ spending increases to meet NATO target
A new Parliamentary Budget Office report says Canada will need substantial and sustained increases in defence spending to reach the NATO target of five per cent of GDP by 2035. The report adds to growing debate in Ottawa over the pace and scale of military investment.
Canada expands air transport agreement with Côte d’Ivoire
Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon announced an expanded air transport agreement with Côte d’Ivoire on Tuesday, intended to open new routes and create opportunities for Canadian businesses and travellers. The deal broadens Canada’s aviation ties on the African continent.
Ministers to outline next steps on MAID laws Wednesday
Justice Minister Sean Fraser and Health Minister Marjorie Michel will hold a media availability on Wednesday to outline the government’s next steps on medical assistance in dying legislation. No details of the planned changes were released ahead of the announcement.
World
France sees mass school protests over classroom conditions
Students, teachers, and parents marched in cities across France on Tuesday and blockaded hundreds of schools in the largest day of action yet demanding the government address understaffed and deteriorating classrooms. Organizers described the protests as a response to years of underfunding in the public education system.
Sports
No sports results available for this edition
There are no Canadian sports results to report today.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 5°C. Moderate westerly winds, gusting strongly at times, are expected to ease to light winds by evening.
Tomorrow will be mainly sunny with a high of 13°C. Moderate westerly winds with strong gusts are forecast through the day, and the UV index is expected to be moderate.
