Laval QC ☕ Weekend Coffee Chat
Greetings to all,
Today we are keeping an eye on what affects daily life directly, along with a few broader stories that deserve more than a quick glance between sips of coffee. On the menu: Quebec politics, public safety in Montreal, a food recall, and a few Canadian stories that go beyond the headline.
What to know this morning
- The National Assembly has adjourned until the fall: The parliamentary session is over and MNAs will next meet on the campaign trail.
- The Quebec Liberal Party plans to send a formal notice to Paul St‑Pierre Plamondon: The PLQ is responding after the PQ leader linked the party to organized crime.
- The ban on open fires in or near forests has been lifted: Quebec ended the measure Saturday morning in collaboration with SOPFEU.
- Five children from the same family die in an Ontario collision: Five adults and an infant were also seriously injured.
- Lactantia UltraPūr 2 percent lactose‑free milk recalled: The product is being pulled due to excessive levels of vitamins A and D.
- Unauthorized nicotine pouches recalled: Health Canada is recalling Siberia (35 mg) and ZYN (6 mg) nicotine pouches sold without authorization. Incorrect nicotine levels on the labels can lead to overconsumption and adverse effects. Consumers are asked to check their products and stop using the affected lots.
- Canada earns a point in its first World Cup match: The Canadian team opened the tournament with a draw.
Justice and society
- In Montreal, the investigation into Station 39 is expanding: Two officers have been suspended, three reassigned to administrative duties, and fourteen others transferred or moved to roles without public contact.
- Montreal’s mayor wants to speed up the body‑camera project: The city plans to invest 40 million dollars to deploy body cameras and cameras on police vehicles.
- The police union condemns the racism allegations: It calls the allegations completely unacceptable and disturbing, while reminding the public of the presumption of innocence.
Across Canada
- New Brunswick’s lieutenant‑governor must be bilingual: The Supreme Court of Canada ruled in favour of the Société de l’Acadie du Nouveau‑Brunswick.
- Zero‑emission vehicle sales are rising: In April, sales were up 21 percent year over year nationwide.
- Mark Carney sees the G7 as a place of realignment: He believes the summit could help shape a new global order.
- Canada denies entry to Thomas Partey for the World Cup: Ghana plans diplomatic and legal steps after the visa refusal.
Top story
Important recall: a Lactantia milk sold in Quebec contains excessive levels of vitamins A and D
A recall affects a specific Lactantia product: UltraPūr 2 percent lactose‑free milk sold in two‑litre cartons, identified by UPC 0 68200 14854 0 and best‑before date June 22, 2026. The product contains excessive enrichment of vitamins A and D, above recommended daily limits.
The recall mainly concerns purchases made at Costco, where the product was sold under item 1987085. Lactalis Canada says the enrichment error may pose a health risk if consumed in large quantities, although no illnesses have been reported.
Consumers are asked not to drink the product, not to serve or use it, and to discard it or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. Anyone with concerns or symptoms is encouraged to speak with a health professional.
No other UltraPÅ«r products from Lactantia are affected.
In depth
In Montreal, the Station 39 case reignites the body‑camera debate
Montreal mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada responded to allegations of discriminatory, hateful and racist behaviour involving officers from Station 39 in Montreal North.
Two officers have been suspended. Three others have been assigned to administrative duties. Fourteen others have been transferred or reassigned to roles without public contact.
The SPVM has been investigating since March. The city plans to invest 40 million dollars to deploy body cameras and cameras on police vehicles.
Legal questions still need to be resolved before the tools can be put into service.
Quebec fully lifts the ban on open fires in or near forests
The Ministry of Public Security has fully lifted the ban on open fires in or near forests.
The decision took effect Saturday at 9 a.m., in collaboration with SOPFEU.
Since the start of the season, 202 fires have affected 194 hectares. At the same date, the ten‑year average is 241 fires and 108,164 hectares burned.
The parliamentary session ends and the political tone continues to rise
The National Assembly has adjourned until the fall.
In the same political wave, the Quebec Liberal Party intends to send a formal notice to Paul St‑Pierre Plamondon after the PQ leader linked the party to organized crime.
In other words, even when the work stops, the atmosphere is not exactly taking a coffee break.
Canada denies entry to Thomas Partey for the World Cup
The Ghanaian government plans diplomatic and legal steps after Canada refused a visa to Thomas Partey for the World Cup opening match in Toronto.
Canada says each entry request is assessed individually based on available facts and applicable laws.
The player will still be able to take part in the June 23 match in the United States.
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