Montreal
40 teens arrested in Montreal jewelry theft crackdown
Montreal police arrested nearly 15 more teenagers on Wednesday, bringing the total to 40 arrests in an operation targeting a string of jewelry store thefts across the city. Suspects range in age from 13 to 17 and were allegedly recruited by criminal networks through social media and online gaming platforms.
Pedestrian, 79, in critical condition after Papineau Avenue collision
A 79-year-old pedestrian was struck by an SUV on Papineau Avenue near Tillemont Street Thursday morning and is in critical condition. The SPVM is investigating the circumstances of the collision.
Landlord conference opens at Hotel Bonaventure
The IMMO 2026 conference is underway today at Hotel Bonaventure Montreal, bringing together stakeholders to examine the economic impact of landlords in Quebec.
Lachine restaurant fight traced to shawarma dispute
Montreal police are investigating a fight that broke out at an Amir restaurant in Lachine over the weekend, stemming from a dispute over the amount of meat on a shawarma plate. No further details on injuries or charges have been released.
Canada
PQ government faces criticism over Santé Québec plans
The new Parti Québécois government is under fire for sending mixed signals about the future of Santé Québec after the health minister indicated the agency would be transformed. Critics say the lack of clarity is creating uncertainty across the provincial health network.
Nemaska Lithium workers told of layoffs as Bécancour plant paused
Employees of Nemaska Lithium were formally notified of layoffs on Wednesday following a pause in construction at the company’s Bécancour plant. The stoppage raises questions about the timeline for one of Quebec’s flagship critical-minerals projects.
Quebec ministry probes claims children were locked in school locker
The Education Ministry is investigating allegations that staff at a Quebec elementary school placed children inside a metal locker as a disciplinary measure. The ministry has not confirmed the school’s identity or the number of children involved.
World
U.S. indicts three in Iranian-linked plot targeting Europe and North America
The U.S. Department of Justice indicted three members of an Iranian-supported group on Monday for their alleged roles in nearly 20 attacks or plots across Europe and the United States. The indictment is part of a broader effort to counter state-linked networks accused of orchestrating violence abroad.
London mayor warns COP31 that climate disinformation threatens democracy
London Mayor Sadiq Khan told world leaders at the COP31 Urban Ministerial High-Level Plenary in Antalya, Turkey, that the spread of climate disinformation poses a danger to both the planet and democratic institutions. Khan called on governments to take coordinated action against misleading narratives on climate change.
Sports
Maple Leafs host Wild tonight at Scotiabank Arena
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to face the Minnesota Wild at Scotiabank Arena tonight, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. No result is available at time of publication.
Weather
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of -1°C. Light winds will push the wind chill to around -6 overnight.
Friday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 5°C. The UV index is expected to be low.
