An unknown gunman opened fire inside a bar in Plateau-Mont- Royal early Saturday morning, wounding two women. Police are searching for the suspect, who fled the scene. No arrests had been made as of Saturday morning.
Two pedestrians were injured Saturday after a driver intentionally struck them in the Saint-Honoré area before fleeing the scene. Investigators are working to identify and locate the driver. The condition of the two victims had not been confirmed as of Saturday.
The REM operations centre dispatched a response team Saturday after a track intrusion was reported in Brossard. Service disruptions on the South Shore line were possible while crews addressed the situation. REM officials did not immediately provide further details.
Nurseries and markets across greater Montreal say rising fuel costs are cutting into their profits just before one of the busiest weekends of the year. Operators say higher transportation and heating costs are squeezing margins ahead of Mother's Day on Sunday. Some vendors said they were absorbing losses rather than pass the full cost on to customers.
Opponents of the proposed expansion of Montreal's airport gathered Saturday to voice concerns about health risks they say the project poses to nearby residents. Demonstrators called on authorities to conduct further environmental and public health assessments before any work proceeds. Airport and government officials had not publicly responded to the protest as of Saturday afternoon.
Residents of Mile End came together Saturday to pay tribute to a woman described as a cornerstone of the neighbourhood. The gathering reflected the close-knit character of the community, which has long been home to successive waves of immigrant families, including a historically significant Greek-Canadian presence. Details of the honouree and the event were shared with attendees at the ceremony.
Supporters of the Montreal Canadiens crowded into the Rialto Theatre on Saturday to celebrate the team's Game 2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. The screening drew a lively crowd eager to relive the 5-1 win that evened the playoff series at one game apiece. The festive atmosphere spilled onto the surrounding streets after the event.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Saturday that Canada is willing to pursue deeper economic integration with the United States in select sectors. Carney did not specify which industries he had in mind but framed the position as part of ongoing bilateral negotiations. 'Canada is open to working more closely with our partners where it makes sense for Canadians,' Carney said.
A 2-year-old boy has died after falling into the Ottawa River and being pulled from the water. Emergency responders rescued the child but he did not survive. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
American authorities have charged two Canadians with attempting to smuggle firearms across the border into Canada. The charges were laid in connection with an interdiction at the US-Canada border. Details on the specific crossing location and the weapons involved were not immediately available.
Provincial health officials in Manitoba have confirmed 30 additional measles cases, adding to an already concerning cluster in the province. Public health authorities urged unvaccinated residents to get immunized as soon as possible. Manitoba has been among the provinces most affected by a broader resurgence of measles across Canada.
Health advocates are praising Manitoba's decision to declare HIV a public health emergency in the province. Supporters say the declaration will unlock resources and co-ordinated action needed to address rising infection rates. Advocacy groups called on other provinces facing similar pressures to consider comparable measures.
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-1 on Friday night to even their NHL playoff series at one game apiece. Alex Newhook scored twice and goaltender Jakub Dobes was strong between the pipes throughout the game. Game 3 of the series is scheduled for next week.
The Montreal Victoire lost to the Minnesota Frost in Game 4 of their PWHL playoff series, tying the series 2-2 and setting up a winner-take-all Game 5. The Victoire will need a victory to advance in the post-season. A date and location for Game 5 had not been confirmed as of Saturday.
Tonight will bring cloudy periods with a 30 per cent chance of showers. Temperatures will drop to around 10 C with light winds.
Sunday brings a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 20 C and a low of 8 C overnight. Winds will remain light — a reasonable forecast for Mother's Day plans across the region.