Floods, Flyers, and Food — Your Montreal Week in Review

Driver in fatal 2022 Montreal South Shore pileup pleads guilty after years on the run

The truck driver accused of causing a fatal 2022 pileup on Montreal’s South Shore has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing death.

5 things you need to know about the Habs ahead of the playoffs

The NHL playoffs kick off April 18, and the Montreal Canadiens have secured their spot. Here’s a look at how they got there and what their chances are of winning it all.

Bridge closes in Saint-Jérôme, Que., as municipalities prepare for possible floods

As Quebec municipalities go on high alert over flooding concerns, the City of Saint-Jérôme, northwest of Montreal, has closed a bridge over the rushing Rivière du Nord as a safety precaution.

How some Montreal-area municipalities are turning to tech to reduce waste

In a bid to reduce waste that ends up in landfills, some Montreal-area municipalities are using technology to track residents’ curbside garbage habits. Chips have been installed since 2024 on the surface of trash bins in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Que., to scan how often a resident takes out their bin. The fewer times the bin is brought out, the more of a rebate they will get on their municipal taxes.

Why 1,500 Canadian soldiers are training in these Quebec regions this month

Tanks, fighter jets and about 1,500 Canadian soldiers have taken over some areas in Quebec for a series of training exercises as part of the army’s largest annual training event to prepare for a NATO mission.

Montreal's largest school service centre loses more than 100 support staff due to new secularism law

Montreal’s largest school board has lost more than 100 support staff because they refused to remove religious symbols to comply with the province’s new secularism law.

Striking Montreal blue-collar workers block part of Sherbrooke Street E. during rush hour

Striking blue-collar workers shut down a major traffic artery in Montreal on Thursday during the morning commute.

Canada Post lays out 5-year plan to convert to community mailbox delivery

The mail carrier says it has begun discussions with 13 communities that will see the first conversions in late 2026 and early 2027, starting a five-year national conversion.

27-year-old man charged with manslaughter after woman killed downtown

A 27-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of a woman on Wednesday afternoon.

Terrace permit fees reduced for downtown Montreal businesses until 2030

Restaurant owners in Montreal's Ville-Marie borough will receive a reprieve when it comes to the cost of patio permit fees in an effort to help relieve the financial burden faced by businesses in the area due to ongoing construction.

Police watchdog investigates after fatal shooting involving Quebec City officers

Quebec’s police watchdog has launched an investigation after a man died during an intervention with Quebec City officers Wednesday. Seven investigators have been tasked with looking into the circumstances surrounding the police operation.

Judge hands life sentence to man who killed teen in Montreal drive-by shooting

Justice Yvan Poulin told a courtroom Thursday that Meriem Boundaoui's death in 2021 highlights the consequences of illegal weapons trafficking and the dangers it poses to the public.

Artemis II astronauts reflect on their historic trip around the moon

REM is coming to the West Island — but getting there may be a challenge

The REM is finally set to begin service in the West Island next month – a major milestone for commuters. But many are wondering how easily they'll be able to get to the stations.

St-Jérôme, Que., closes bridge, distributes sandbags as water levels rise

The city of more than 80,000 people is among several municipalities across Quebec preparing for potential flooding because of the spring thaw and persistent rain.

Canada Post announces first 136,000 addresses to lose door-to-door delivery

Canada Post has announced the first batch of addresses in 13 communities it plans to stop delivering directly to, part of the Crown corporation's larger plan to restructure and stay afloat after losing billions of dollars.

Habs players will be the voice of the Metro network — for 2 stations — during playoffs

Montreal Metro announcements are getting a bleu-blanc-rouge twist during the Montreal Canadiens’ playoff run.

Quebec pilot killed in crash at N.Y. airport to be remembered at visitation today

Captain Antoine Forest, who died in a plane crash at New York's LaGuardia airport last month, will be remembered later today in his hometown of Coteau-du-Lac, Que.

'Mile End Kicks' is one of Canadian director Chandler Levack's 2 movies opening on same day

In Montreal, a young woman in a Spin magazine T-shirt stares furiously at the blank page on her 2011 MacBook. It's a moment from the new movie Mile End Kicks that could have been ripped from director Chandler Levack's own life, when the former critic traded Toronto for Montreal's exploding music scene. Mile End Kicks is one of two movies from Levack opening on Friday.

Quebec Liberal leader surprises his own party with position on language law

Quebec Liberal leader Charles Milliard is facing questions within his own ranks after saying he is “in favour” of maintaining the notwithstanding clause for Bill 96, the province’s language law.

Quebec's new premier heads to Ottawa to meet Mark Carney

The meeting is set to happen Friday morning, less than 48 hours after Fréchette was sworn in as Quebec's new premier.

From Manitoba to Quebec, Canadians prepare for spring flooding

Environment Canada said parts of southern Quebec had received up to 40 millimetres of rain since the start to the week, and forecasts are calling for more.

Air Canada suspends Toronto and Montreal flights to JFK over jet fuel cost crisis

Air Canada has temporarily suspended flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport as the war in Iran drives up fuel costs.

New Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette to meet Prime Minister Carney in Ottawa

Quebec's new premier is set to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney Friday morning in Ottawa, less than 48 hours after she was sworn into office.

Montreal to display collection from iconic Chinatown noodle shop

The City of Montreal has acquired a collection of items from an iconic Chinatown noodle factory and shop that closed down last year.

Montreal activates emergency response plan as region remains on flood watch

Montreal has activated its emergency response plan to ensure the city and surrounding municipalities are prepared for potential flooding this weekend.

Air Canada to suspend some flights to New York’s JFK over jet fuel costs

Air Canada said Friday it will suspend its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport later this year.

Montreal installing dikes, pumps as flood risk rises

Water levels on the Outaouais and des Prairies rivers may spill out of their banks in the coming days, the city says, especially with more rain in the forecast and soil saturation.

Crown can seek forfeiture of seized assets in derailed Quebec drug cases: top court

The Supreme Court of Canada says the Crown can seek the forfeiture of assets seized in a drug probe even though the criminal cases against most of the accused were set aside.

Canadian singer Céline Dion returns to French roots with new song ‘Dansons’

Céline Dion has released 'Dansons,' her first original song in years, marking a return to her French-language roots, according to her team.

Quebec to reimburse 'welcome tax' for first-time homebuyers

The measure applies retroactively to Jan. 1, 2026. The credit is gradually reduced for homes valued above $750,000 and phased out entirely at $1 million.

New rom-com captures Montreal’s 2010s indie music scene, highlights Mile End’s charm

Mile End Kicks showcases the people, landmarks and music that made the Montreal neighbourhood so iconic in the 2010s. The romantic comedy, directed by Chandler Levack, follows an aspiring music critic who moves to the neighbourhood.

Leylah Fernandez drops 3-set thriller to top seed Rybakina in Stuttgart quarterfinal

Leylah Fernandez of Laval, Que., fell 7-6 (5), 6-4, 7-6 (6) to top seed Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan in a quarterfinal Friday at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany.

Williams Lake, Quesnel and 100 Mile House firefighters will soon respond to wildfires across the Cariboo

The three B.C. cities have set up a mutual aid agreement allowing them to quickly share resources across the region.

Teen's death prompts push to ban energy drink sales to Quebec youth under 16

The family of a Quebec teen who died after mixing energy drinks and medication is joined by school groups in calling for a ban on energy drink sales to youth under 16, citing health risks and growing support for tighter rules.

Montreal chef named world’s best pizza maker

The competition featured more than 730 participants this year and is considered the largest pizza competition of its kind.

Inuk-Mohawk artist Beatrice Deer interprets ancestral tales in new album

Singer-songwriter Beatrice Deer has reimagined the stories she heard in her youth — both legends and real-life experiences. She's set to launch her latest album, Inuit Legend, at L’Escogriffe Bar in Montreal.

Here's what to expect as NHL teams, including Montreal Canadiens, head into playoffs

CBC Sports' daily newsletter gets you ready for all eight matchups in the opening round of the NHL playoffs, featuring three Canadian teams.

Gosling scores on OT power play to lift the Victoire past the Fleet

Nicole Gosling scored on a power play 38 seconds into overtime to give the PWHL-leading Montreal Victoire a 3-2 victory over the Boston Fleet on Friday night in Laval, Que.

How rum fuelled ‘alcoholic capitalism’ in Canada’s early economy

Historian Allan Greer is hoping to address some gaps in the historical record with a new book called Canada, in the Age of Rum.

Special weather statements issued for parts of Ontario, Quebec

Rain warnings are in effect across parts of Ontario and Quebec, with flooding concerns rising as saturated ground and swollen rivers face more rainfall.

Fans, businesses buzzing as Montreal Canadiens begin playoff run

The Montreal Canadiens take on the Tampa Bay Lighting in the first round of the Stanley cup playoffs. Businesses are looking forward to cashing in on the potential playoff success of the team. Fans have high expectations as the team finished the season as one of the top teams in the league.

Montreal police ask for public's help in locating missing 75-year-old woman

Montreal police are seeking the public's help in locating a missing 75-year-old woman. She was seen leaving a hospital in the city's Ville-Marie borough on Friday evening.

Court of Appeal overturns sexual assault verdict for Montreal skating coach

Richard Gauthier's lawyers argued the verdict should be overturned in accordance with rules prohibiting multiple convictions for the same incident.

How Montreal Sketchfest has become a cultural institution for absurd sketch comedy in Canada

Many of today's popular comedic writers, actors and show producers worked their chops at the Montreal Sketchfest. The annual event is held at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine — a space where the absurdity of sketch comedy is embraced and encouraged in both official languages. Festival director Deirdre Trudeau explains how creators have kept the event going for 20 years.

NHL Stanley Cup playoffs begin with 3 Canadian teams in contention

The Stanley Cup playoffs begin Saturday as Canadian hockey fans rile up, with Ottawa opening play and Montreal and Edmonton also set to represent Canada.

Potholes aren’t just affecting Montreal drivers, bike couriers are also taking a hit

Courier service La roue libre says the number of potholes in Montreal is taking a toll on its business. The company says it has had to pour in thousands into bike and trailer repairs.

'Everything is under control' says premier as Quebec deals with spring flooding

Several municipalities in Quebec are grappling with floods, with many residents evacuated from their homes.

Gatineau homes at risk from rising waters as Ontario, Quebec face flooding concerns

Environment Canada said colder temperatures are expected in the coming days, which could help stabilize river levels across Quebec.