Montreal
Police union to challenge firing of seven SPVM officers
The union representing Montreal police officers said it will contest the dismissal of seven SPVM members facing allegations of discriminatory and racist conduct. The move sets up a formal legal challenge against Chief Fady Dagher’s decision.
Twelve community groups back Dagher, call for systemic reform
Twelve Montreal community organizations voiced support for Dagher’s decision to fire the seven officers. The groups called for objective investigations and broader systemic reforms within the SPVM.
SPVM to add 90 surveillance cameras across city streets
The SPVM plans to acquire roughly 90 new cameras for Montreal streets, including 60 remotely controlled security cameras and 30 licence-plate reader cameras. The expansion is intended to strengthen public safety monitoring across the city.
Hydro-Québec meets Ville de Mont-Royal on grid reliability
Hydro-Québec met with Ville de Mont-Royal officials to discuss improving electricity service in the area. The utility outlined planned investments aimed at enhancing grid reliability and capacity.
Crown seeks adult sentence for teen charged in fatal cyclist hit and run
A Montreal Crown prosecutor will ask the court to impose an adult sentence on the 17-year-old charged in connection with the fatal hit and run of a teen cyclist. The case will proceed through the youth justice system before the sentencing application is heard.
Man arrested in Saint-Hyacinthe after domestic armed assault
A man in his 40s was arrested in Saint-Hyacinthe after a woman in her 30s was injured during a domestic armed assault at a residence. Police responded to the scene and took the suspect into custody.
Canada
Carney to visit four countries for international summits
Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Ireland, the Philippines, Cambodia, and China from Nov. 11 to 19 to attend four international summits. Carney said the trip will advance Canada’s trade, investment, culture, and security interests.
Federal budget to be tabled Thursday
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said the federal budget, to be tabled on Thursday, is designed to give Canada a ‘strong footing’ to navigate a volatile global environment. The budget is expected to address economic pressures facing the country.
Democrats’ U.S. midterm wins seen as good news for Canada on trade
Democrats gained control of both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives in the midterm elections. Carney’s government is privately optimistic the result will strengthen Canada’s hand in trade negotiations over tariffs on steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber.
World
Belgian prime minister resigns after coalition budget collapse
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever submitted his resignation to King Philippe after his five-party coalition failed to reach agreement on the 2027 budget. The collapse leaves Belgium facing a period of political uncertainty.
Sports
B.C. Lions’ Sankey named CFL’s top defensive player
B.C. Lions linebacker Darnell Sankey was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Defensive Player for 2026. Sankey earned the honour for his performance throughout the regular season.
Alouettes host Blue Bombers in CFL East Final on Saturday
The Montreal Alouettes will welcome the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to Percival Molson Memorial Stadium on Saturday for the CFL East Final. The winner will advance to the Grey Cup.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with cloud cover increasing before morning. The low will be 14°C.
Tomorrow brings mainly sunny skies with a high of 22°C and moderate southwesterly winds. The UV index is expected to be low.
