Laval QC โ The morning chat
Good morning,
This morning, we look back at a troubling evening in Chomedey, a Laval initiative giving a voice to people with disabilities in the middle of the election campaign, and a Montreal festival opening today. A good way to start the day with an accurate picture of what’s moving around us.
What to remember this morning
- Attempted murder near the Carrefour Multisports in Laval: A young man in his twenties was hit by more than one projectile, Monday evening around 10:20 p.m., near the outdoor facilities of the Chomedey sports complex.
- Provincial police search for murder suspect who may be in Laval: Ayoub Mohamed, 19, is actively wanted in connection with the murder of Jordan Gagnรฉ on September 4 in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.
- C.I.EAU launches Audieau, an audio trail in Sainte-Rose: The public can access it for free from September 25 to 27, as part of Culture Days.
- Radio-Canada leaders’ debate tonight: From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., on all Radio-Canada platforms.
- Montreal International Black Film Festival is back: The 22nd edition runs from September 23 to 27 with 70 films from 21 countries.
At home
- Charles Milliard’s Liberals hold assembly in Laval: Several hundred supporters gathered at the Sheraton Laval on September 21, as the campaign enters its final two weeks.
- Culture Days: dozens of free activities in Laval: The 30th Culture Days will take place on September 25, 26, and 27, including the Signรฉ Laval cultural market.
- Boil-water advisory or water interruption in five Laval neighbourhoods: Addresses in Pont-Viau, Laval-des-Rapides, Chomedey, Duvernay, and Saint-Vincent-de-Paul are affected.
In Canada
- Federal health minister rules out easing nicotine pouch rules: Marjorie Michel says it’s “not an option” she’s considering, despite industry pressure and Conservative promises.
- RCMP tells families there are no more leads in Air India Flight 182 bombing: The investigation moves to “inactive status,” a shock to victims’ relatives.
- Carney promises $100 million in additional aid for Palestinians: The announcement was made on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Main story
Young man shot near Carrefour Multisports in Chomedey
Several people called 911 on Monday evening around 10:20 p.m. to report gunshots heard near the Carrefour Multisports, located in an enclave bounded to the south by Boulevard Saint-Elzรฉar, to the west by Boulevard Daniel-Johnson, and to the east by Highway 15.
When they arrived, Laval police (SPL) patrol officers found a young man in his twenties, hit by more than one projectile. Known to police, the victim was taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening.
“We’re at the very beginning of the investigation, so no arrests have been made yet,” said SPL spokesperson Officer Nicolas Mongeau. A large perimeter was set up around the scene.
Investigators from the major crimes unit and SPL crime scene technicians were called in to determine the causes and circumstances of the event.
Anyone who witnessed the incident can contact Laval police confidentially via their info line at 450 662-INFO (4636).
In detail
ROPPHL raises candidates’ awareness of the reality of people with disabilities in Laval
The Regroupement des organismes de promotion de personnes handicapรฉes de Laval (ROPPHL) held its 2nd รlectorallye on September 17, aimed at those running in the October 5 provincial election.
Eight candidates from Quรฉbec solidaire, the Parti quรฉbรฉcois, the Quebec Liberal Party, and the Coalition avenir Quรฉbec agreed to tour the booths of organizations serving Laval residents with disabilities.
“There are nearly 70,000 people with disabilities aged 15 and over in Laval, not counting their loved ones, and we hear very little about them during elections,” said Kim Joly, executive director of ROPPHL.
Through games and simulations, the รlectorallye aimed to give candidates a taste of the daily realities faced by disabled people in Laval.
Adapted transport was a key topic. “There are 1.8 million fewer trips planned next year in the metropolitan region, which will likely lead to prioritization,” said Annie Desrosiers, director of the Association lavalloise pour le transport adaptรฉ (ALTA).
Montreal International Black Film Festival celebrates 22nd edition
The Montreal International Black Film Festival (MIBFF) is back from September 23 to 27, with a lineup of 70 films from 21 countries. It is the largest bilingual Black film festival in Canada.
Wednesday’s opening night features the Quebec premiere of The Eyes of Ghana, from Oscar winner Ben Proudfoot, with Michelle and Barack Obama as executive producers.
The festival also highlights local talent, with special screenings at the Cinรฉma du Musรฉe and Concordia University, including Coeur de motard by Will Prosper, which tells the story of a local motorcycle gang that helps youth overcome adversity.
Several free screenings are offered across Montreal for a seventh consecutive year.
Radio-Canada leaders’ debate, final face-off before the vote
The leaders’ debate takes place tonight from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on all Radio-Canada platforms. It’s the last debate of the campaign, less than two weeks before the October 5 vote.
Leaders must both convince and please, as recent polls show the Parti quรฉbรฉcois leading in voting intentions, with the Conservatives gaining ground as a second choice.
Coup de Cลur
The ROPPHL’s รlectorallye is a great example of what local politics can do best: moving beyond grand speeches to put candidates in the shoes of those they want to represent. A lesson in closeness worth highlighting, at a time when promises are flying.
To wrap up
We wish you a day that starts well, despite the construction and water advisories that sometimes complicate daily life. And if you have a moment tonight, the leaders’ debate promises to be a good opportunity to better understand the choices before us. โ