Heat, Runway Incident & Population Dip — Montreal's Week in Review.

Strangers rally to help bring Anishinaabe flutist to prestigious music school

Anishinaabe flutist Tyler Evans-Knott is set to attend McGill University's Schulich School of Music this fall, after a stranger in Vancouver donated a professional-level flute to replace his old instrument that was eroding.

Food inspection agency warns of paralytic toxin in shellfish in Quebec's North Shore

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people in parts of Quebec’s North Shore of the presence of a paralytic biotoxin in mussels, clams and oysters harvested in some areas.

Quebec Innu community given just a week’s notice to vote on multibillion-dollar hydro deal

For this multibillion-dollar deal to go ahead, it needs to be approved in a referendum vote. Some people in Pessamit say they aren’t being given enough time to understand what they’re voting on.

Could this tiny sinkhole become a big problem?

Montreal resident Brandon Dick has been keeping tabs on the more than 30 centimetre deep hole on Osborne Street for a few weeks — even placing a nearby orange cone to warn people passing by. After several calls to the city, borough officials in Verdun say it’ll be fixed in the coming days.

Nuits d'Afrique takes a trip down memory lane for its 40th anniversary

The Festival Nuits d'Afrique has kicked off its 40th edition. To mark the anniversary, the festival is bringing back some fan-favourite artists. Suzanne Rousseau, the festival's general manager, tells CBC Montreal News at 6 host Debra Arbec what festivalgoers can expect and looks back on 40 years of history.

Mandatory minimum for child sex abuse material is unconstitutional, says Quebec court

Quebec's highest court has ruled the minimum one-year sentence for distribution of child sexual abuse material is unconstitutional.

This is why Quebec is the only province where you can pre-approve your death

As the federal government considers expanding MAID to people whose only underlying condition is mental illness, some advocates say Ottawa should also consider allowing advance requests.

‘What do I do?’: 6-year wait for permanent residency leaves Montreal father in limbo

Mohamad Ataya just wants one thing. To live here in Montreal with his family. But while his wife and two young children are Canadian citizens, Ataya's life here has been in limbo for years – waiting for permanent residency in Canada.

Assassin's Creed, Star Fox, Resident Evil: Why are there so many video game remakes?

Highly polished remakes of classic games have been some of the surest bets for developers in recent years. But it's sparked debate about why gaming is mining its ever-growing past as much as, or even more than, charting new digital paths.

Quebec requires new truck drivers from Ontario to take an exam

Following several collisions involving heavy vehicles, Quebec has announced new measures aimed at addressing the issue of inexperienced drivers from Ontario.

Montreal Roses nab 2 high-profile players with international pedigree

The Montreal Roses announced the signing of two high-profile players on Wednesday, Marie-Yasmine Alidou and Ève Périsset.

Quebec City mayor called out for comments on homelessness, encampments

Quebec City Mayor Bruno Marchand is receiving pushback from local community groups following a series of comments he made about homelessness and his administration’s position on encampments.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic headline National Bank Open field in Montreal

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic highlight the 96-player list for this summer's National Bank Open, in Montreal, one year after several top players pulled out of the ATP 1000 tournament.

Montrealer Eddie Goldenberg, former Chrétien chief of staff, dead at 77

Eddie Goldenberg, who served as chief of staff to former prime minister Jean Chrétien, has died at the age of 77.

Meet Bambi, Montreal’s dancing robot

The four-foot-tall robot has been spotted around the city dancing and taking selfies. CBC Montreal’s Daybreak spoke with members of Bambi’s entourage.

Dollard-des-Ormeaux residents consider class action after repeated flooding

Weeks after flash flooding damaged homes across the suburb in Montreal’s West Island, some residents say the financial and emotional toll has become too much. Residents are backing a proposed class action alleging the city failed to adequately prepare for repeated flooding.

Quebec population projected to dip until 2029 before stabilizing: statistics group

Quebec's population is projected to dip by about 50,000 people by 2029 before stabilizing, as fewer temporary immigrants arrive, new projections show.

Air Canada plane veers off runway at Montreal airport after landing, no injuries

Officials at Montreal's Trudeau airport are warning of operational delays Thursday evening after an incident involving an Air Canada aircraft resulted in a runway closure.

How artists are defining a new cultural hub in northeast Montreal

Montreal artists created murals under the Metropolitan Expressway as part of an early pilot project aimed at defining a new cultural hub in the Saint-Michel neighbourhood. The outdoor gallery will expand to further develop the Quartier des arts du cirque.

Quebec tightens licence transfers for some Ontario truck drivers after crashes

Ontario Class 1 drivers with less than two years of heavy-truck driving experience must now pass a practical road test before obtaining a Quebec licence.

'I don't blame them,' says instructor after Quebec requires new Ontario truckers to take exam

Following several collisions involving heavy vehicles, Quebec has announced new measures aimed at addressing the issue of inexperienced drivers from Ontario. The auditor general of Ontario and members of the trucking industry say training in the province has not always been adequately delivered.

Quebec is extending its e-scooter pilot project. Doctors warn the rules leave children at risk

The Quebec government has extended its e-scooter pilot to 2028, despite warnings from doctors who say the rules don't go far enough to protect children from serious injuries.

18-year-old arrested in connection with woman’s death in Sherbrooke

Police responded to a Sherbrooke home after a neighbour called to report a dispute at a nearby residence.

Motorists beware: Congestion expected due to weekend closure on Highway 40 in Montreal

Highway 40 eastbound will be shut down between the Côte-de-Liesse interchange and Highway 15, from the evening of July 10 until the morning of July 13.

Philpot twins meet in battle of top CFL offences

Twin brothers Tyson and Jalen Philpot face off on Saturday as the Montreal Alouettes host the Calgary Stampeders in a showdown of two of the CFL's top offences.

Historic deal grants Uashat mak Mani-utenam jurisdiction over its child welfare

The Uashat mak Mani-utenam band council is officially taking control of its youth protection services, implementing its own community-led legal framework.

Supreme Court restores minimum sentence for obtaining sexual services from a minor

The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated the mandatory minimum sentence for offenders who obtain or solicit sexual services from a minor in exchange for money.

Quebec hospitals at overcapacity as doctors point to heat wave, trauma cases and staffing issues

While overcapacity challenges at Quebec hospitals are nothing new, to see these sorts of levels in July is "definitely unusual," according to one emergency room physician.

WNBA’s Toronto Tempo hopes to break attendance record during Montreal debut

Canada's Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) team, the Toronto Tempo, are in Montreal for the first time. They will be playing two regular season games at the Bell Centre Friday and Sunday. The team is looking to break a league record for attendance at a women’s basketball game. CBC Montreal News at 6 host, Debra Arbec, talks to Teresa Resch, the team’s president, about trying to popularize women’s basketball in Montreal.

BEI investigates death of person in custody after arrest by Temiskaming, Que., police

Quebec's police watchdog is investigating the circumstances surrounding an arrest involving the Timiskaming Police Force earlier this week in which a person died.

Quebec's population is shifting — and not every region will grow the same way

New projections from the Institut de la statistique du Québec (ISQ) suggest population growth will become increasingly uneven across the province. Parts of Quebec could see their populations shrink over the coming decades, while housing demands continue to grow.

Beaconsfield pool makes a splash with new accessibility upgrages

Beacon Hill pool has completed nearly $100,000 in upgrades, making the facility more accessible for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 watches Wings beat Tempo in Montreal

Paige Bueckers scored 34 points and the Dallas Wings beat the expansion Toronto Tempo 108-95 on Friday night in front of a WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre in Montreal.

Overnight maintenance work delays REM network opening on Saturday

Planned maintenance work on the REM was expected to cause service delays this weekend, but Montreal's light-rail network operator says overnight work carried out by an external partner pushed back the reopening time by nearly three hours.

Some Montreal fans vexed by increased police presence at World Cup celebrations

The FIFA World Cup has brought about plenty of celebratory moments for fans worldwide, including right here in Montreal. But some of those celebrations have included a feature that have local soccer fans crying foul: a heavy police presence.

Montreal rapper Nate Husser reflects on a decade of music

Transport Canada appoints minister's observer after train derailment in Repentigny, Que.

Transport Canada has appointed a minister's observer to help support a Transportation Safety Board of Canada investigation into a train derailment northeast of Montreal last weekend. Transport Canada rail inspectors are monitoring to ensure safety measures are adequate.

Air quality warning issued for Ottawa-Gatineau region

Environment Canada has issued an air quality warning for Ottawa-Gatineau and parts of the surrounding area due to smoke from Quebec forest fires.

Ottawa's Brianna Hennessy earns silver at canoe sprint and Para canoe World Cup

Canada's Brianna Hennessy and Sophia Jensen each paddled to silver on home waters Saturday at the canoe sprint and Para canoe World Cup in Montreal.

Plans to modernize Highway 132 on Montreal's South Shore gets a boost from Quebec

Plans to revamp a five-kilometre stretch of Highway 132 between Saint-Constant, Sainte-Catherine and Delson on Montreal's South Shore appear to be moving forward. Premier Christine Fréchette announced the creation of a project office during a news conference in the riding of Sanguinet on Saturday.

Firefighters put their skills to the test in annual fitness competition

More than 130 firefighters from across Canada and the United States went head-to-head in a test of skill, strength and rescue know-how at the Quebec regional Firefit championship in Montreal on Saturday.

Home exchanges gaining popularity as Canadians look for cheaper ways to travel

With rising travel costs squeezing vacation budgets, more Canadians are trading keys. Global home exchange networks report a massive surge in Canadian members still looking to travel but save big on accommodations.

Ombudsman report does little for Park Ex residents still angry over parking loss

A senior says she was forced to transform her backyard into a parking spot after the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough forged ahead with the redevelopment of the bike lanes on Querbes and Ball avenues, despite resistance from some residents. She says the conclusions of a recently released ombudsman report bring little solace.

'We have enough chicken': Study highlights gaps in Châteauguay's shopping, dining options

A new report has found that residents in the city of Chateauguay, Que., are underwhelmed by their shopping and dining options, and are often looking elsewhere,

Quebec video game industry in limbo as studios cut back

In Quebec, the video game industry finds itself in a state of limbo as studios let go of workers, tax credits recede and consumers turn their attention elsewhere — even while some outfits find ways to thrive.

More heat and air quality warnings issued across Canada as baking temperatures continue

Heat warnings and air quality alerts from Environment Canada stretched on Sunday from Regina through Winnipeg, across northern and southern Ontario, and into Quebec.

Camping a popular option for Quebec vacationers

Younger people, newcomers and first-time camping enthusiasts are filling up campground sites across Quebec, according to camping organizations in the province.