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Fraude Marketplace et fausse monnaie: un suspect arrêté
Un homme de 19 ans a été arrêté à la suite d’une transaction sur Marketplace qui aurait été frauduleuse et qui impliquait des billets contrefaits. Will Alexandre Vixamar fait face à des accusations de fraude portant sur un montant inférieur à 5000$, de mise en circulation de fausse monnaie, de fabrication de fausse monnaie, de violation d’une ordonnance de mise en liberté et de non-respect des conditions de sa probation. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
13-year-old girl missing from Châteauguay
Châteauguay police is asking the public to look out for Mia Bertrand, 13, who was last seen on Sept. 18. The force says she was last seen in Châteauguay, on the South Shore, in a bus travelling to Angrignon, a neighbourhood on the Island of Montreal. Police stress that her family and friends have reason to fear for her health and safety. Bertrand speaks French and was last seen wearing a black dress with a zigzag hem and a dark jacket. Her hair was tied in a ponytail.
Suspect arrested after Marketplace transaction involving counterfeit currency
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after an allegedly fraudulent Marketplace transaction involving counterfeit bills. Will Alexandre Vixamar is facing charges of fraud involving less than $5,000, putting counterfeit currency into circulation, manufacturing counterfeit currency, breaching a release order and breaching the terms of his probation.
Most party leaders headed to Montreal to start the week. Follow for live updates
It’s Day 26 of the Quebec election campaign, and many of the leaders are starting their week on the Island of Montreal. Voters head to the polls on Oct. 5.
‘Wonders of the brain’: Researchers say we finally have the tools to make real progress
The brain is well known for being in charge of everything we do - from social connections to emotions, memory, speech, sleep, movement, and more - but the question remains...how? Dr. Stuart Trenholm, leader of the Neural Circuits Research Group at the Montreal Neurological Institute, says there is still so much that remains unknown. “I think the public has this general misconception that we know more than we do, and I would argue that we know very, very little,” he tells CTV News.
Here are the Montreal road closures this weekend, including for the UCI Road World Championships
There are major road closures planned in Montreal this weekend, including for the UCI Road World Championships. Road users are being encouraged to plan their trips in advance, or use public and active transit, where possible. UCI Road World Championships Road closures due to the UCI Road World Championships. (Mobilité Montréal) UCI Road World Championships The 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montreal are expected to result in significant changes to traffic and parking. On Sept.
Championnats du Monde Route UCI 2026: tout ce qu’il faut savoir sur les entraves routières
Les Championnats du monde sur route de l’UCI, au cours desquels les cyclistes participeront à une série de 13 épreuves dans la région du Grand Montréal, devraient causer d’importantes perturbations de la circulation à Montréal du 20 au 27 septembre. À Montréal, sept arrondissements devraient être touchés, notamment Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Outremont, Plateau-Mont-Royal, Sud-Ouest, Verdun, Ville-Marie, ainsi que la ville de Westmount.
UCI Road World Championships: Everything you need to know to get around Montreal
The UCI Road World Championships, with cyclists taking part in a series of 13 events across the Greater Montreal area, are set to cause major traffic disruptions in Montreal from Sept. 20 to 27. In Montreal, seven boroughs are expected to be affected, including Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Outremont, Plateau-Mont-Royal, Sud-Ouest, Verdun, Ville-Marie, as well as the City of Westmount.
Leaders attend UMQ election summit in Quebec City. Follow for live updates
The leaders of Quebec’s major political parties are in Quebec City on Friday to attend the Union des municipalités du Québec (UMQ) election summit. See the CTVNewsMontreal.ca Quebec Election 2026 page for complete coverage What you need to know ahead of election day in Quebec Key details: UMQ election summit in Quebec City.
Quebec party leaders back on the campaign trail. Follow for live updates
After two back-to-back debates, the party leaders are back on the campaign trail. Voters in Quebec head to the polls on Oct. 5.
Neuf appartements évacués après un troisième incendie au restaurant El Khawa
Neuf appartements ont été évacués tôt jeudi matin à la suite d’un incendie dans un restaurant de l’arrondissement Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, à Montréal. Le Service police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) a reçu un appel au 911 à 4h10 du matin concernant l’incident survenu au restaurant El Khawa, situé sur la rue Jean-Talon, près de la 22e Avenue. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
9 apartments evacuated after third fire at El Khawa restaurant
Nine apartments were evacuated early Thursday morning after a fire at a restaurant in Montreal’s Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough. Montreal police (SPVM) says it received a 911 call at 4:10 a.m. about the incident at El Khawa restaurant on Jean-Talon Street near 22e Avenue. El Khawa Montreal firefighters battle a blaze at El Khawa restaurant in Montreal, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026.
Commercial building in Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie vandalized by multiple people
A commercial building in Montreal’s Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie borough was vandalized late Tuesday night. Montreal police (SPVM) says at 11:45 p.m., patrol officers discovered that a building on Saint-Urbain Street near Saint-Zotique Street had been defaced. “According to preliminary findings from the investigation, it appears that a group of about 10 individuals committed the crimes,” said Manuel Couture, a spokesperson with Montreal police.
‘As big as a golf ball’: Laval mayor shares photo of brain tumour
Laval, Que., Mayor Stéphane Boyer has shared a photo of the tumour in his brain. The 39-year-old took to social media on Monday to express that he recently had his first appointment with his neurosurgeon. “I got to see my tumour, and it’s as big as a golf ball,” he said. “It’s the white mass between my eye and my brain in the photo. It’s quite a shock, and it’s stirring up a lot of emotions.” The mayor went on to say that he’s trying to look past the negative side of his diagnosis.
«Aussi grosse qu’une balle de golf»: le maire de Laval partage une photo de sa tumeur cérébrale
Le maire de Laval, Stéphane Boyer, a partagé une photo de sa tumeur au cerveau. Lundi, l’homme de 39 ans s’est exprimé sur les médias sociaux pour dire qu’il avait récemment eu son premier rendez-vous avec son neurochirurgien. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News. «J’ai pu voir ma tumeur, et elle est aussi grosse qu’une balle de golf», a-t-il révélé. «Il s’agit de la masse blanche entre mon œil et le cerveau sur la photo.
‘As big as a golf ball’: Laval mayor shares photo of brain tumour
Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer has shared a photo of the tumour in his brain. The 39-year-old took to social media on Monday to express that he recently had his first appointment with his neurosurgeon. “I got to see my tumour, and it’s as big as a golf ball,” he said. “It’s the white mass between my eye and my brain in the photo. It’s quite a shock, and it’s stirring up a lot of emotions.” The mayor went on to say that he’s trying to look past the negative side of his diagnosis.
First leaders debate set for tonight. Follow for live updates
It’s Day 20 of the Quebec election campaign, and a French-language leaders’ debate is scheduled on TVA Nouvelles at 8 p.m. See the CTVNewsMontreal.ca Quebec Election 2026 page for complete coverage What you need to know ahead of election day in Quebec There will be a second debate on Noovo Info and the Crave streaming platform on Wednesday, followed by a third and final debate on Sept. 23 at Radio-Canada. There will be no English-language leaders debate ahead of the election.
Olymel rappelle des lanières de poitrine de poulet en raison d’un risque de Listeria
Partager l'article en cours via Email Partager l'article en cours via Facebook Partager l'article en cours via Pinterest Partager l'article en cours via XPartager l'article en cours via Reddit Partager l'article en cours via LinkedIn Publié le 14 septembre 2026 à 11h33 Les lanières de poitrine de poulet de marque Olymel font l’objet d’un rappel au Québec en raison d’une possible contamination par la bactérie Listeria monocytogenes.
Des lanières de poitrine de poulet Olymel rappelées en raison de la bactérie Listeria monocytogenes
Des lanières de poitrine de poulet de la marque Olymel font l’objet d’un rappel au Québec en raison d’une possible contamination par la bactérie Listeria monocytogenes. Selon l’Agence canadienne d’inspection des aliments (ACIA), les lots concernés comprennent des lanières de poitrine de poulet en paquets de 2 x 175 g, portant le code CUP 0 69094 63596 3 et la date de péremption du 10 octobre 2026. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
RECALL: Olymel chicken breast strips for possible Listeria Original
Olymel-brand chicken breast strips are being recalled in Quebec due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the units affected include chicken breast strips in size 2 x 175g, with UPC 0 69094 63596 3 and best before Oct. 10, 2026. People are being warned not to consume, use, sell, serve or distribute the recalled products. “Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased,” the CFIA states.
WATCH LIVE: 20 years later, Dawson College commemorates victims of school shooting
It’s been 20 years since the Dawson College shooting that killed 18-year-old Anastasia De Sousa and left 19 others injured. A commemorative ceremony is expected to take place at 12:30 p.m. Friday to remember the events of Sept. 13, 2006, and pay homage to all the families affected. CTV News will be livestreaming the service on this page. Related Stories
Man arrested following allegations of sexual offences involving a minor
A 35-year-old man has been arrested following allegations of sexual offences involving a minor. Longueuil police (SPAL) says Tristan Duchesne is facing potential charges of sexual assault, sexual exploitation and luring and making sexually explicit material available. “The suspect worked with young people as a social worker for organizations in the Montreal area,” Longueuil police said.
Unfinished Highway 20: Communities demand answers in next infrastructure plan
Community leaders west of the Island of Montreal are gathering together to demand that a missing seven-kilometre stretch of Highway 20 be completed to improve traffic flow in the area. “It is unacceptable that in Quebec in 2026, such a strategic piece of infrastructure remains unfinished,” said Patrick Bousez, warden of the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges and mayor of Rivière-Beaudette.
Mort d’un nouveau-né: une consultante en allaitement accusée d’avoir pratiqué illégalement la dentisterie
Marie-Ève Sturrock, une consultante en allaitement de Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, au Québec, a été accusée par l’Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ) d’avoir exercé illégalement une profession réservée à ses membres. Cela fait suite au décès de Jules Beauchemin, âgé de quatre semaines, le 28 juin 2023, dont les parents disent qu’il avait un léger frein de langue. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
Quebec breastfeeding consultant accused of illegally practicing dentistry after infant’s death Original
Marie-Ève Sturrock, a breastfeeding consultant from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Que., has been accused by Quebec’s Order of Dentists (ODQ) of illegally exercising a profession reserved for its members. This comes after the death of four-week-old Jules Beauchemin on June 28, 2023, whose parents say had a slight tongue-tie. At the office of dentist Marie-Ève Grégoire, Jules’ parents say they met with Sturrock, who explained she was a lactation consultant with the clinic.
Pedestrian in hospital after being struck by vehicle in LaSalle
A woman is in hospital after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a large boulevard in Montreal’s LaSalle borough Wednesday night. Montreal police (SPVM) received several 911 calls at 9:10 p.m. about the incident on Newman Boulevard and Thierry Street. “Upon arrival at the scene, officers quickly located the victim,” said Johany Charland, a spokesperson with Montreal police. “She was seriously injured but conscious and breathing.” The woman was rushed to hospital.
Élections au Québec: les documents d’information envoyés seront en français seulement
Les électeurs de la province recevront leurs documents d’information uniquement en français lors de cette élection, selon Élections Québec. «Auparavant, Élections Québec utilisait le français et l’anglais pour informer les électrices et les électeurs sur la manière dont ils peuvent exercer leur droit de vote», a-t-on indiqué par communiqué.
Quebec election documents to be sent only in French to comply with language laws
Voters in Quebec will be receiving their information documents in French only this election, according to Elections Quebec. “Previously, Elections Quebec used French and English to inform electors about how they could exercise their right to vote,” the agency said.
August 2026 US Tech Policy Roundup
Rachel Lau and Shirley Frame work with leading public interest foundations and nonprofits on technology policy issues at Freedman Consulting, LLC. Justin Hendrix is editor of Tech Policy Press, and Ashley Faler is assistant editor. Members of California's legal team leave court after a settlement was reached in a multi-state lawsuit accusing Meta of causing harm to children on social media outside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building and US Courthouse on Wednesday, Aug.
Un véhicule garé dans une allée privée a été la cible d’un incendie criminel à Montréal
Un véhicule garé dans l’allée privée d’une résidence a été visé par un incendie criminel tôt mardi matin dans l’arrondissement Rivière-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles, à Montréal. Le Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) a reçu un appel au 911 à 2 h 50 du matin pour signaler un incendie sur la rue Louis-Darveau, près du boulevard Marc-Aurèle-Fortin.
Vehicle parked in private entrance set on fire in Montreal
A vehicle parked in the private entrance of a residence was set aflame in Montreal’s Rivière-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles borough early Tuesday morning. Montreal police (SPVM) received a 911 call at 2:50 a.m. about the flames on Louis-Darveau Street near Marc-Aurèle-Fortin Boulevard. “When the police arrived on the scene, they found a vehicle on fire, while the Montreal Fire Department was on its way,” said Caroline Chèvrefils, a spokesperson with Montreal police.
Enquête en cours après un coup de feu tiré dans l’arrondissement Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Une enquête est en cours après qu’au moins un coup de feu a été entendu dans l’arrondissement Ahuntsic-Cartierville de Montréal, tard lundi soir. Le Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) a reçu un appel au 911 à 23h30 concernant cet incident survenu sur le boulevard Henri-Bourassa, près de la rue Lajeunesse.
Gunshot fired in Montreal’s Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough
An investigation is underway after at least one gunshot was heard in Montreal’s Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough late Monday night. Montreal police (SPVM) received a 911 call at 11:30 p.m. about the incident on Henri-Bourassa Boulevard near Lajeunesse Street. “When the police arrived on the scene, no victims or suspects were located,” said Caroline Chèvrefils, a spokesperson with Montreal police. She explained that witnesses told police at least one gunshot was heard in the area.
Pause «artistique»: comment la créativité peut-elle nous aider à mieux comprendre l’esprit d’un enfant
Un enfant de 6 ans qui pique une crise de colère indescriptible? Un enfant de 10 ans qui se replie soudainement sur lui-même? Plutôt que de les bombarder de questions sans fin, proposez-leur de prendre un pinceau ou un crayon, suggère Sarah Brodie, art-thérapeute et professeure au Département des thérapies par les arts créatifs de l’Université Concordia. Elle réinvente la «pause» traditionnelle en la transformant en «pause artistique». Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
Un restaurant de Montréal visé encore une fois par un incendie criminel
Un restaurant du quartier Saint-Michel, à Montréal, a été la cible d’un incendie criminel présumé pour la deuxième fois en deux jours. Le Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) a reçu un appel au 911 lundi à 5h10 du matin signalant des flammes sur la rue Jean-Talon, près de la 22e Avenue. Ce texte est une traduction d’un article de CTV News.
Montreal restaurant set on fire for second time
A restaurant in Montreal’s Saint-Michel neighbourhood was targeted by alleged arson for the second time in two days. Montreal police (SPVM) received a 911 call at 5:10 a.m. Monday about flames on Jean-Talon Street near 22e Avenue. READ MORE: Witness prompts suspect to flee after attempted arson at Montreal restaurant “When the police arrived at the scene, some citizens were already extinguishing the fire inside the restaurant,” said Caroline Chèvrefils, a spokesperson with Montreal police.
Montreal restaurant set on fire for second time
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Time-out or art-out? How creativity can be an insight into a child’s mind
Six-year-old throwing an unspeakable tantrum? Ten-year-old suddenly acting reclusively? Rather than poking and prodding them with endless questions, have them pick up a paintbrush or pencil, suggests Sarah Brodie, art therapist and professor with Concordia University’s Department of Creative Arts Therapies. READ MORE: Is your family ready for back to school?
Un homme de 23 ans poignardé sur le Plateau-Mont-Royal
Un homme de 23 ans est hospitalisé après avoir été poignardé vendredi matin tôt dans l’arrondissement du Plateau-Mont-Royal, à Montréal. À 3h30 du matin, des agents de la Police de Montréal (SPVM) ont indiqué avoir été abordés par un homme à l’angle du boulevard Saint-Laurent et de la rue Prince-Arthur.
Man stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau borough
A 23-year-old man is in hospital after a stabbing in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont-Royal borough early Friday morning. At 3:30 a.m., Montreal police (SPVM) officers say they were approached by a man on the corner of Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Prince-Arthur Street. “[He] reported that he had been the victim of an armed assault by a suspect who had fled the scene,” said Manuel Couture, a spokesperson with Montreal police.
Plantation earnings lift Ta Ann as timber stays in the red
Ta Ann’s oil palm revenue increased by 14.4 per cent y-o-y to RM440.8 million in 2QFY26, while the segment’s pre-tax profit rose 11.9 per cent to RM89.3 million. KUCHING (August 28): Ta Ann Holdings Bhd’s (Ta Ann) plantation operations continued to carry the group in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2QFY26), as stronger crude palm oil (CPO) prices and production helped offset another loss-making quarter for its timber business.
More than a cold: What parents need to know about RSV
A virus that is about three times more prevalent than other respiratory illnesses like influenza and Covid-19, RSV remains one of the most common respiratory viruses seen in young children. KUCHING (Aug 28): More than 30 years ago, when paediatrician Prof Dr Toh Teck Hock was a medical student trying to memorise a seemingly endless list of viruses and bacteria, one virus in particular stood out to him. Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, was hard to ignore.
What you need to know ahead of election day in Quebec
The Quebec election campaign is officially underway, with Coalition Avenir Québec Leader Christine Fréchette visiting Lieutenant-Governor Manon Jeannotte Thursday morning to dissolve the legislature. READ MORE: Quebec provincial election campaign officially underway Here’s everything you need to know ahead of election day: When The electoral campaign will run for 39 days. The Quebec election is set for Oct. 5.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Greater Montreal
The Greater Montreal area is under a severe thunderstorm watch for Thursday afternoon and evening, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). “Conditions will be favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain,” the agency notes. “Severe thunderstorms may produce tornadoes.” READ MORE: Second tornado confirmed in southern Quebec READ MORE: Possible tornado touched down in Repentigny, Que.
Risque d’orages violents pour le Grand Montréal
La région du Grand Montréal fait l’objet d’une veille aux orages violents pour jeudi après-midi et soir, selon Environnement et Changement climatique Canada (ECCC). «Les conditions sont propices à la formation d’orages violents pouvant produire des rafales fortes, de la grêle de grosse taille et de la pluie forte», a-t-on prévenu.
Synthetic drug lab dismantled in Griffintown
A synthetic drug lab inside a residential building in Montreal’s Griffintown neighbourhood is being dismantled Wednesday morning. “Two floors of the condo building will need to be evacuated as a safety precaution,” explained Montreal police (SPVM). “Underground parking spaces will also be temporarily closed.” As a result, Shannon Street, south of Wellington Street, and Smith Street, east of Peel Street, have been closed. Motorists and cyclists are being asked to avoid the area.
Two Air Canada employees arrested in connection with drug trafficking Original
Two Air Canada employees have been arrested in connection with cocaine and cannabis trafficking through the Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Wednesday morning, search warrants were being executed at two residences and a vehicle in the Greater Montreal area.
‘Urgent’ need to rethink infrastructure decisions, increase efficiency: Quebec engineers
Quebecers are worried about the state of the province’s infrastructure and want to see a better maintenance plan put into place, according to a new Léger survey for the Quebec Order of Engineers (OIQ). In fact, the majority of those polled - 82 per cent - said they believe the “state of public infrastructure is a major issue for the upcoming Quebec election.” “Quebec is at a pivotal moment,” the OIQ insisted. “The situation calls for a profound and rapid change in our practices.
Slow down, obey the rules and be patient in school zones or face consequences, warns SQ
The academic year is getting back into full swing, and that means school zones will soon be full of young pedestrians and cyclists sharing the roads with drivers. To ensure everyone gets to their destination safely, the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) says it’s planning to increase enforcement from Aug. 24 to Sept. 11. READ MORE: Having a best friend in school can change a child’s experience - if they’re well-liked READ MORE: Is your family ready for back to school?
Un véhicule visé par un incendie criminel dans l’arrondissement de Saint-Léonard
Un véhicule a été la cible d’un incendie tôt lundi matin dans l’arrondissement de Saint-Léonard, à Montréal. Le Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) a reçu un appel au 911 à 2h30 du matin signalant l’incendie survenu sur le boulevard Couture. Ce texte est une traduction d’ «Des agents de police et des pompiers sont rapidement arrivés sur les lieux», a rapporté Raphaël Bergeron, porte-parole du SPVM.
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