Heat Warnings & Hockey Moves — Montreal Wednesday

Toronto activates ‘all heat emergency measures’ as city bakes under orange warning

Dr. Michelle Murti, Toronto's medical officer of health, said an orange warning for extreme heat has the city working in overdrive to try to keep residents cool.

Montreal cyclists question objectivity, privacy in city’s survey on bike lanes

The online consultation currently underway aimed to improve and develop the city’s bike path network. But it has become mired in controversy since its launch earlier this month.

Public memorial for slain Montreal police officer to be held July 7

A public memorial for Montreal police officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, who was killed last week in the line of duty, will be held July 7.

Châteauguay resident’s home threatened by demolition for apartment redevelopment

Châteauguay resident Eric Corbeil is asking his community to oppose the demolition — which would make way for a storage shed behind four new apartments. The demolition committee of Châteauguay will hold public hearings on July 2, where citizens can speak for or against the proposed demolition.

Man who pleaded guilty to firebombing synagogue in Montreal's West Island says he accepted $15K contract

A 20-year-old man who pleaded guilty to firebombing a synagogue in the West Island Montreal suburb of Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Que., and damaging a nearby Jewish community centre in December 2024, says the acts were driven by a drug habit rather than antisemitism.

Bell Centre to host memorial for slain Montreal police officer

Montreal police announced on Tuesday that a ceremony is scheduled for July 7 in memory of SPVM Officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane.

A week after floods, Montreal’s West Island residents await garbage cleanup

Dollard-des-Ormeaux residents say municipal officials haven't responded quickly enough to remove the garbage left behind by the West Island floods. A town hall is planned for Aug. 6 to answer residents’ questions and outline the next steps.

Fatal crash involving 11-year-old renews calls for safer streets in Quebec City’s Beauport

The death of an 11-year-old boy struck while riding his bicycle in Beauport has reignited calls for improved road safety. Neighbours say speeding has long been a concern, while road safety advocates argue the crash is part of a broader pattern following another serious collision involving children just months ago.

Canada Day heat wave prompts warnings in several provinces

As the heat wave is expected to continue across parts of the country into the weekend, people are reminded to take action to protect themselves.

Reports: Maple Leafs sign Bobrovsky in free agency

Sergei Bobrovsky twice broke the hearts of his new team.

Leafs trade forward Nick Robertson to Pittsburgh for 2028 fourth-round draft pick

NHL general managers hit the ground running to open free agency Wednesday.

Canadians mark Canada Day as Carney urges unity, heat grips parts of Central Canada

Canadiens sign Demidov to eight-year extension

Ivan Demidov is staying in Montreal for the long haul.

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for several regions in Quebec

Environment Canada has issued severe thunderstorm alerts for several regions in Quebec.

Driver dies after Montérégie, Que., crash

A driver died after veering off the road in Montérégie, Que., on Wednesday morning.

Canadiens lock Demidov in for 8 years, Jets sign Skinner in free agency

The Canadiens signed the skilled Russian forward to an eight-year, US$73.2-million contract extension that begins in the 2027-28 season.