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Laval QC ☕ The Daily Chat

Good afternoon,

After a historic election night, Laval wakes up to a completely changed political map and a mayor stepping away for health reasons. Here’s what happened on our turf and what’s coming.

What to know this day

The Parti Québécois forms a minority government: Paul St-Pierre Plamondon becomes premier with 59 seats, short of the 64 needed for a majority.
Laval goes red: all six Laval ridings will be represented by Liberal MNAs at the National Assembly.
Mayor Stéphane Boyer steps away for at least two months: he’s undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumour; Ray Khalil takes over as interim.
The CAQ is wiped off the map: Christine Fréchette resigns as leader after the party fails to elect a single MNA.
Closures coming on Highway 25: the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel will be shut toward the South Shore from October 9 to 13.

Around here

Suspicious fire in an unoccupied home in Sainte-Rose: the blaze, which broke out Monday late afternoon, is under police investigation.

In Canada

Canadian medical plane missing: authorities have identified those on board; four Canadians and two Bermudians.

Main story

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon’s Parti Québécois wins the election, will form a minority government

The Parti Québécois won the provincial election, ending eight years of Coalition Avenir Québec rule. Paul St-Pierre Plamondon will become Quebec’s next premier, leading a minority government.

The PQ took 59 seats, short of the 64 needed for a majority. The leader promised to work with other parties, especially on the budget.

“We will work so the budget reflects elements from other parties’ platforms, to collaborate on a viable fiscal framework,” he said in his victory speech.

Outgoing premier Mark Carney congratulated Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, saying he looks forward to working with him to support Quebec businesses and workers hit by tariffs, create good jobs, end homelessness, and build more housing.

The PQ has promised a referendum on independence, but not before Donald Trump leaves the White House.

In detail

Laval goes red: Liberals sweep all six ridings

All six Laval ridings will be represented by Quebec Liberal Party MNAs at the National Assembly. A red wave swept across Île Jésus, confirming pollsters’ predictions.

Among the Liberal wins: Dr. Cécile Tremblay in Sainte-Rose, unseating outgoing minister Christopher Skeete, who finished fourth. Caroline De Guire, former CEO of the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry, won Laval-des-Rapides, a riding that for only the second time since its creation will not be held by the party forming government.

Louis Ialenti returns Vimont-Auteuil to the Liberals, and Madeleine Féquière takes Chomedey. Virginie Dufour is re-elected in Mille-Îles.

Mayor Stéphane Boyer steps away for brain surgery; Ray Khalil takes over as interim

Laval’s mayor, Stéphane Boyer, announced he will step away for at least two months to undergo surgery to remove a brain tumour. In a video posted to social media, he explained the procedure is delicate but his chances of recovery are excellent.

Ray Khalil, vice-chair of the executive committee, will serve as interim. He will represent Laval on the boards of the Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal, the Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain, and the Union des municipalités du Québec.

CAQ wiped off the map: Christine Fréchette resigns

The Coalition Avenir Québec failed to elect a single MNA, a crushing defeat for a party that held 90 seats four years ago. Christine Fréchette, who lost her own riding of Trois-Rivières, resigned as leader.

“The defeat is mine, not yours; hold your heads high,” she told her supporters.

Closures coming on Highway 25 and the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel

The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility is announcing major closures on Highway 25, including the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel, from October 9 to 13. The closure toward the South Shore will be complete from Friday 11 a.m. to Sunday 11 p.m., with a detour via the Champlain Bridge, then the Jacques-Cartier Bridge.

Nightly closures are also planned toward Montreal. The ministry recommends using public transit and checking Québec 511.

Coup de Cœur

Stéphane Boyer’s announcement, delivered with a touch of humour despite the ordeal, is a reminder that resilience can take many forms. His message to those who suffer, “you are not alone,” is a precious reminder in these uncertain times.

To close

Wishing you a day full of good news and gentleness, despite the upheaval. Take care of yourself and those around you, and don’t forget to check closures before hitting the road. ☕

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. ☕

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