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Laval Today. Oct. 2, 2026

Laval QC ☕ The morning chat

Good morning,

Today, we’re talking safety, memory, and commitment. Two Laval police officers were injured in a collision, the city commemorated the victims of the Concorde overpass, and local businesses were honoured. Enjoy the read.

What to remember this morning

  • Two Laval police officers injured in a collision in Vimont: Their vehicle struck an SUV while they were responding to an emergency call, and all three people involved walked away with injuries considered minor.
  • Laval remembers the victims of the Concorde overpass, 20 years later: Nearly 200 people attended the first official commemoration ceremony, held near Jules-Verne school.
  • Three Laval businesses honoured at the Entreprendre ici gala: Inspecteasy, Novo Trafic, and L’École fait du Bruit are among this year’s 24 winners.
  • Laval’s opposition parties join the campaign: Action Laval and Parti Laval are calling for a reform of municipal democracy.

Around town

  • Twenty years after the collapse of the Concorde overpass, Laval commemorates: The ceremony, organized by the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de l’Île Jésus, took place on September 30. A white rose and a candle were offered to participants. Executive director Jasmin Miville-Allard recalled the names of the five victims and the importance of remembering for generations who didn’t live through the event.
  • Three Laval businesses honoured at the Entreprendre ici gala: The ceremony was held on September 24 at the Théâtre Cartier in Montreal. The three companies—Inspecteasy, Novo Trafic, and L’École fait du Bruit—were selected among 24 winners representing seven administrative regions of Quebec. They will receive financial support of up to $25,000, plus business development assistance.

Main story

Two Laval police officers injured in a collision with a civilian vehicle in Vimont

Thursday morning, around 11:30 a.m., a patrol car from the Service de police de Laval (SPL) collided with an SUV at the intersection of boulevard des Laurentides and rue Renaud, in the Vimont district.

The officers were travelling northbound with lights and siren on, responding to an emergency call about a case of domestic violence. At the corner of rue Renaud, the patrol vehicle struck a Ford Mustang Mach-E that was heading east and turning onto boulevard des Laurentides.

The two officers suffered injuries to their upper bodies, while the SUV driver, a 49-year-old woman, was injured in her lower body. All three people involved were taken to hospital, but their injuries are not life-threatening.

Boulevard des Laurentides was closed to northbound traffic between boulevard Saint-Martin and rue de Dakar to allow investigators to analyze the scene.

In detail

Laval’s opposition parties join the provincial election campaign

Action Laval and Parti Laval, which together represent four of the five opposition members on the city council, have decided to make their voices heard in the provincial campaign.

In early September, David De Cotis (Action Laval) and Louise Lortie (Parti Laval) co-signed an open letter in La Presse with representatives of opposition parties from Gatineau, Trois-Rivières, Lévis, and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. They are asking party leaders to commit to mandating the Ministry of Municipal Affairs within the first 100 days of a new government to begin a reform of municipal democracy.

Three weeks later, Action Laval leader Achille Cifelli renewed the call to those vying for the premiership. The six opposition parties are calling for an update to the Cities and Towns Act, whose last major revision dates back more than 60 years.

Louise Lortie, interim leader of Parti Laval, laments that opposition members are too often shut out of where decisions are made. She cites as an example the overrepresentation of governing party members on committees and commissions, where they hold 68 of the 71 positions to be filled.

CAQ candidates in Laval report a positive campaign

The six Coalition avenir Québec (CAQ) candidates in Laval ridings say they’ve met thousands of citizens during a “dynamic and positive campaign.”

They highlighted party proposals such as injecting $1 billion for home care, adding two weeks to paternity leave, and funding to build 2,000 housing units for independent seniors.

Four of the six Laval ridings were won by the CAQ in 2022. Christopher Skeete (Sainte-Rose) and Valérie Schmaltz (Vimont-Auteuil) are seeking re-election. It’s worth noting that according to the Qc125 aggregator, all six Laval ridings are poised to turn Liberal red, with tight races in Laval-des-Rapides, Sainte-Rose, and Vimont-Auteuil.

Coup de Cœur

The 20th anniversary ceremony for the Concorde overpass shows that collective memory can be passed on with delicacy. Offering a white rose and a candle to each participant invites everyone to make room for the departed in their own memories, while never forgetting those who survived and still carry the scars.

To close

We wish you a gentle day, with a little time to remember what matters and to encourage those who are building the city of tomorrow. In Laval, every gesture counts, even the quietest ones. ☕

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Laval Today. Sep. 21, 2026

Laval QC ☕ The Morning Chat

Good morning,

Today we’re talking construction, housing, and safety in Laval, with a look at the world cycling championships taking place in Montreal. We’re also checking in on the election polls that could redraw Quebec’s political map. In short, plenty to start the week on a good note.

What to Know This Morning

  • Laval tops $1 billion in construction permit value: As of August 31, the city’s urban planning department had issued some 2,500 permits and authorization certificates, with a declared value totalling more than one billion dollars.
  • Fire in eastern Laval leaves resident homeless: The blaze, accidental in origin, caused $130,000 in damage to a home on Rue Mirelle in Saint-François.
  • PQ leads in Montreal suburbs, according to poll: Charles Milliard’s Liberals lead on the Island of Montreal, while the CAQ sits third in the Outaouais.

Close to Home

  • $20M project in L’Abord-à-Plouffe: Groupe Damco will build a 79-unit residential building at the northeast corner of Boulevard Perron and Boulevard Curé-Labelle. Occupancy is planned for fall 2027.
  • Over 2,200 housing units under construction in Laval in 2026: Despite a slow August, the CMHC counts 2,227 units started since the beginning of the year, representing 12.5% of all new housing in Greater Montreal.

Across Canada

  • Parliament resumes Monday: The trade war with the United States and closer ties with the European Union will be at the heart of discussions. Prime Minister Mark Carney promises “some of the most important legislation in decades.”
  • Poilievre opposes the idea of an EU “associate state”: The Conservative leader says Canada will never be the EU’s “28th state.”

Main Story

Laval surpasses $1 billion in construction permit value in 2026

As of August 31, Laval’s urban planning department had issued roughly 2,500 permits and authorization certificates. Their declared value totals more than one billion dollars—a sign of the vitality of the city’s construction sector.

These permits cover residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, whether new builds, expansions, or renovations.

On the housing front, 2,316 new units have been authorized since the start of the year, nearly identical to the same point last year. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), for its part, counts 2,227 units started as of August 31—a gap explained by the federal agency’s counting method.

In Detail

Fire in eastern Laval causes $130,000 in damage, leaves resident homeless

An accidental fire seriously damaged a single-family home on Rue Mirelle in Saint-François on the evening of Friday, September 18. Firefighters, arriving quickly on scene, found a smoke alarm present but not functional.

The blaze, brought under control around 10:16 p.m., caused roughly $90,000 in structural damage and $40,000 to contents. Investigators with Laval’s fire safety service (SSIL) are working to determine the fire’s origin, which could be linked to lithium battery chargers or overheating electrical wiring.

The SSIL reminds residents that residential buildings constructed before 1985 must now be equipped with smoke alarms powered by a non-removable 10-year lithium battery.

$20M project in L’Abord-à-Plouffe

The L’Abord-à-Plouffe district in Chomedey will welcome a significant residential project. Groupe Damco will build a 79-unit, six-storey building at the northeast corner of Boulevard Perron and Boulevard Curé-Labelle.

The lot, vacant until now and owned by the developer for 12 years, is valued at $680,600 on the property roll. All 75 parking spaces will be underground.

The rental offering will include 41 three-and-a-half units, 29 two-bedroom units, and 9 five-and-a-half units. The leasing office is expected to open next spring, with occupancy in fall 2027.

PQ leads in Montreal suburbs, Liberals dominate on the island

A Radio-Canada poll places the Parti Québécois ahead in Montreal’s suburbs, while Charles Milliard’s Liberals lead on the Island of Montreal. In the Outaouais, the PQ is gaining ground and the CAQ ranks third.

Provincially, the PQ remains first, with the Conservatives and Liberals racing for third place. These results come as the election campaign heats up, two weeks before the October 5 vote.

Coup de Cœur

Our coup de cœur of the day: the firefighters of Laval and the volunteers who support residents when life takes an unexpected turn.

The fire in eastern Laval, which caused $130,000 in damage and left a resident homeless, is a reminder of how essential the work of Laval’s fire service truly is. They arrive within minutes, take real risks, and protect lives in unpredictable conditions.

And once the flames are out, others step in; volunteers, community groups, people who give their time to help those affected regain stability and dignity.

In a city that’s growing and changing fast, this chain of solidarity, from first responders to the last act of kindness, remains one of Laval’s strongest foundations.

To Wrap Up

We wish you a productive week, projects that move forward, and a bit of gentleness in the busier moments. In Laval as elsewhere, small gestures often make all the difference. ☕