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Laval Today. Oct. 16, 2026

Laval QC โ˜• The morning chat

Good morning,

Today we’re catching up on a weekend that’s shaping up to be busy: a shooting in Laval, a historic lottery record, and an initiative giving hope to young people. Enough to keep you sharp without having to dig through everything yourself.

Need to know this morning

  • Shooting near a Laval cemetery: two injured, investigation ongoing. Two men, aged 28 and 34, were struck by projectiles Wednesday evening in Sainte-Rose, near the Sainte-Rose-de-Lima cemetery. Their lives are not in danger.
  • Lotto Max jackpot hits a record $90 million. Friday’s draw offers a total prize pool of $108 million, with up to 18 instant millionaires possible.
  • Collรจge Montmorency opens a blood collection centre. Nursing students are offering services there, and 230 appointments have already been booked in eight days.
  • Caisse corrects PCQ’s claim about the Quรฉbec City tramway. The project’s budget was not calculated with a simple “rule of three,” the institution says.

Around town

  • A boxing gala in Laval to help vulnerable youth. The Phoenix Fight Night takes place Saturday at the Phoenix MMA centre, featuring amateur boxers, some from tough backgrounds. Profits fund scholarships and gym memberships.

Main story

Two men shot near a Laval cemetery

Wednesday evening around 10:45 p.m., several 911 calls reported gunshots in Sainte-Rose, near the intersection of boulevard Je-Me-Souviens and rue Lancelot. Laval police patrol officers found two men, aged 28 and 34, struck by projectiles.

Taken to hospital by Urgences-santรฉ paramedics, their lives are not in danger. Investigators from the Crimes against Persons squad took over, and forensic identification technicians examined the scene overnight and into the morning to gather evidence.

The victims will need to be interviewed by investigators as soon as their condition allows, to shed light on the circumstances. The SPVL has not yet said whether this was a targeted attack or a random act.

In detail

Lotto Max: a record $90 million jackpot up for grabs

Friday’s draw could make history. For the first time, the Lotto Max jackpot reaches $90 million, for a total prize pool of $108 million, thanks to Maxmillions prizes. Up to 18 Quebecers could become instant millionaires, plus 90 prizes of $100,000.

Loto-Quรฉbec reminds that players in the province have already won more than $4.37 billion this year, including 54 jackpots. The previous record for a jackpot in Quebec was $70 million, reached three times. So luck seekers have a golden opportunity to make history.

A bug at Kingston base: refrigerants under scrutiny

Environment and Climate Change Canada warned the Department of National Defence that Kingston base had violated federal halocarbon regulations. Leak tests on air conditioners were not conducted in 2023, leading to releases of more than 100 kilograms of greenhouse gases.

The department acknowledges maintenance and monitoring problems but says it has corrected the situation. No fine will be imposed, but an additional position will be created to improve compliance. The case raises questions about environmental management of military infrastructure, an issue that also affects bases elsewhere in the country.

Coup de Cล“ur

Whitney Baille’s boxing gala reminds us that sport can be a lifeline. For vulnerable youth, stepping into the ring is about learning to get back up. And for those watching, it’s a lesson in resilience that goes beyond the ropes.

To wrap up

We wish you a weekend that’s full but not too much. Between the work, the draws, and the fights, take time to breathe. After all, even champions need rest.

See you tomorrow, Laval. โ˜•

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Laval Today. Sep. 23, 2026

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 ร‰lectorallye 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 ร‰lectorallye 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 Cล“ur

The ROPPHL’s ร‰lectorallye 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˜•