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Montréal QC ☕ The Daily Chat

Good morning, Montréal.

Today we look at a tragedy in Montréal-Nord, safety in places where people expect to be able to let their guard down, and several stories that affect the city well beyond its administrative limits. There is also a bit of culture, a bit of sports, and a few very concrete signals about daily life across the region. In short, a full Montréal morning with no unnecessary detours.

Top Story

Homicide at the Montréal-Nord Walmart

A 22‑year‑old man died after being stabbed Tuesday afternoon inside a Walmart in Montréal‑Nord. The attack happened around 4:30 p.m. on Henri‑Bourassa Boulevard, near Lacordaire Boulevard.

An altercation with a group reportedly broke out inside the store, and the victim was later found outside. He had been stabbed in the upper body. The suspects fled and the motive remains unknown.

This is now linked to Montréal’s ninth homicide of the year. The investigation continues.

Local Stories

SPVM asks families to check funeral niches

The Montréal police service is trying to locate the owners of jewellery and other valuables recovered during an investigation into thefts at funeral centres in Montréal, Laval, the North Shore and Saint‑Hyacinthe.

A man and a woman were arrested on May 14. The suspects allegedly forced open funeral niches and stole items placed with the deceased. The SPVM is asking families to check the affected locations and report any missing items to the appropriate authorities.

Inflatable play structure safety back in the spotlight

The death of a 3‑year‑old girl in an inflatable play structure lifted by strong winds in Montréal has renewed attention on the risks associated with these installations, which are very popular in backyards and at family events. Even though not all details are known, the tragedy is a reminder of how dangerous these structures can become when weather conditions shift or anchoring is insufficient.

Authorities note that inflatable play structures can cause serious injuries, including fractures, falls, head injuries or even suffocation, especially when too many children are inside at once or when the structure tips over in the wind. Several incidents are also linked to poor placement, hard surfaces or a lack of supervision.

The basic rules remain simple: set up the structure on a soft, clear surface, anchor it securely, avoid using it in windy or rainy conditions and ensure constant adult supervision. With warmer weather arriving, it is a timely reminder that a quick check can prevent serious harm.

Moisson Montréal faces growing pressure on its supply

Moisson Montréal is seeing its supply shrink due to changes in how grocers handle food nearing its best‑before date.

This new competition for soon‑to‑expire products is making the organization’s work more difficult, since it relies heavily on this source to support its food assistance efforts.

MusiquePlus returns on TikTok June 11

MusiquePlus will relaunch on TikTok starting June 11. The channel, launched in 1986 and discontinued in 2019, will feature music videos and content produced by Attraction.

The project will highlight new faces and creators, with a focus on Québec music, culture and entertainment. A digital revival that may stir up memories for many readers.

Entre Deux runs until June 6

The dance production Entre Deux is being presented at Montréal, arts interculturels on Jeanne‑Mance Street from June 3 to 6.

The work is choreographed by Claudia Chan Tak and inspired by Meihan Carrier‑Brisson’s international adoption journey. It features six dancers and explores the tension between two cultures.

Félix Auger‑Aliassime exits in the quarterfinals at Roland‑Garros

Montréal’s Félix Auger‑Aliassime saw his run end Wednesday in the quarterfinals of the French Open.

He lost in four sets to Italy’s Flavio Cobolli, 6‑4, 4‑6, 4‑6, 4‑6.

Brendan Gallagher appears to be nearing the end of his time in Montréal

Martin St. Louis’s decision to leave Brendan Gallagher out of the lineup during the playoffs continues to spark reaction. According to Sportsnet, the choice was painful for him, but he felt Gallagher no longer fit the team’s current style of play.

St. Louis knows what this kind of moment feels like, having experienced a similar exclusion during the 2014 Olympics. Gallagher, visibly emotional, says his future now lies elsewhere, possibly as early as this summer.

Across the Region

Laval reports a drop in overall crime

The Laval police service says the total number of cases dropped by 11 percent in 2025 compared with the previous year. Incidents involving firearms declined, as did vehicle thefts, property crimes, crimes against persons and road accidents.

The report notes, however, an increase in extortion cases targeting businesses. It also highlights a record 3,293 calls involving people in mental health crisis.

Man sentenced to life in prison in Laval

Kamaljit Arora has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 25 years for the premeditated murder of his two children in 2022 in Laval.

The judge also imposed concurrent sentences of eight years for attempted murder of his eldest daughter and one year for strangling his wife.

Provincial Rundown

Québec and Ottawa sign nearly 10 billion dollars in infrastructure agreements

Québec and Ottawa have signed five infrastructure agreements totalling nearly 10 billion dollars.

The investments will support public transit, health care, housing and higher education over the next decade.

Accepted refugees in Québec wait years for permanent residency

Thirty‑nine thousand accepted refugees in Québec are waiting for a decision on their permanent residency applications.

Processing times for new applications are 117 months in Québec, compared with 15 months elsewhere in Canada, a difference attributed to the limited number of spots set out in the Canada‑Québec Accord.

Threats against Québec MNAs are increasing

Security at the National Assembly handled 668 cases in 2025‑2026, compared with 498 the previous year.

Of these, 296 were considered serious by police, a marked increase from previous years.

Québec solidaire wants tougher penalties for abusive landlords

Québec solidaire is proposing to increase fines by 10,000 dollars for each repeat offence by landlords who violate housing laws.

The maximum would rise to 100,000 dollars for an individual and 200,000 dollars for a business. The plan also includes giving the government and municipalities the power to expropriate repeat offenders.

Québec man sentenced to 12 years for heroin smuggling

Maurice Nadeau, from Chapais, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for bringing 7.2 kilograms of heroin into Canada.

He had travelled to South Africa in 2022 on an all‑expenses‑paid trip that promised a 2.3‑million‑dollar payout at the end.

Simon Jolin‑Barrette accuses opposition parties of obstruction

Simon Jolin‑Barrette says opposition parties are obstructing progress on the constitution file.

He notes that two weeks of parliamentary work remain and that the government wants a constitution in place for Saint‑Jean‑Baptiste Day.

Mark Carney downplays the impact of new U.S. tariffs

Mark Carney is downplaying the impact of the tariffs Washington wants to impose. He says the measures have been in the works for more than 30 days and would have little effect on Canadian exports, largely because the exemption under CUSMA remains intact.

He says about 85 percent of Canadian exports would not be affected if the tariffs take effect. The United States argues that some countries are not adequately enforcing bans on products made with forced labour.

Carney adds that Canada shares the goal of eliminating forced labour from supply chains and that legislation to strengthen the rules will be introduced before the end of the parliamentary session.

Practical Tip

Check funeral niches if in doubt

The SPVM is asking families who believe they may have been affected by thefts at funeral centres to check the relevant niches and report any missing items to the authorities in their area. In Montréal, reports can be made at the local police station.

Before We Go

Thank you for taking a few minutes to catch up on the city and everything around it. We wish you a solid day, a bit of calm where you can find it, and a good coffee if you have not had one yet. Montréal never runs out of stories, to put it gently. ☕