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CBC
16-07-2025
- Business
- CBC
Montreal's Trudeau airport slated to get $10B renovation over next decade
The airport authority for the greater Montreal area says the transformation includes a connecting terminal to the light-rail station. It says the work will make it easier to handle an expected rise in passenger volume in the coming years.
CTV News
30-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Hot, humid day brings June to an end in Montreal
People lie under a tree as they take refuge from the heat as temperatures soar in Montreal. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes) A hot, humid day is rounding up the end of June in the Greater Montreal area. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) predicts maximum temperatures near 30 degrees Celsius will hit the city on Monday, with humidex values between 35 and 39 in the afternoon. By Tuesday morning, minimum temperatures should near 20 degrees Celsius. 'The heat could lead to exhaustion, especially among vulnerable people, who may be more affected by these conditions,' the agency notes." Heat safety High body temperatures can cause grave injury or lead to death. The Quebec Health Ministry is asking people to take precautions during the hot weather: Drink six to eight glasses of water a day before feeling thirsty; Avoid alcoholic beverages or caffeine; Spend at least two hours a day in an air-conditioned or cool place; Take at least one cool shower or bath, or cool your skin with wet towels; Limit physical activity; Wear light clothes. Signs of heat illness include swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions. 'Reduce your heat risk,' Environment and Climate Change Canada notes. 'Schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day.' Anyone with health-related questions is encouraged to call Info-Santé at 811. In case of emergency, call 911. Child safety Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even if the windows are partially open. Do not let your children play in an unattended vehicle. Make a habit of looking in the vehicle, front and back, before locking the door and walking away. Make sure your childcare provider knows to call you if your child has not been dropped off at their usual time. Always place an item (such as a purse) in the backseat so you have to open the door each time you leave the vehicle. Keep a large stuffed animal in your child's car seat when it is not occupied. When your child is in the car, put the stuffed animal in the front passenger seat. When you arrive at your destination, avoid any distractions, including talking on the phone or texting. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call the police. If they are in distress due to the heat, get them out as quickly as possible and call 911 immediately. Pool safety In Quebec, one child a day arrives in an emergency room for drowning or near-drowning during the summer, according to the Montreal Children's Hospital. In the last 30 years, the MCH trauma centre says it has seen more than 400 drownings and near-drownings. Data show that 73 per cent of the incidents occurred in residential pools, park pools, aquatic centres and water parks. Some ways to prevent drowning hazards:
CTV News
23-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Montreal heat warning: Here's how to stay safe over the next few days
People try to beat the 30 C heat in Montreal, Tuesday, June 18, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz A heat warning is in effect for the Greater Montreal area, with humidex values expected to reach the low to mid-40s on Monday and Tuesday. 'Maximum temperatures will exceed 30 degrees Celsius during the day and remain above 20 degrees Celsius at night,' Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) states. Here are a few ways to protect yourself and those around you. Heat safety High body temperatures can cause grave injury or lead to death. The Quebec Health Ministry is asking people to take precautions during extreme heat: Drink six to eight glasses of water a day before feeling thirsty; Avoid alcoholic beverages or caffeine; Spend at least two hours a day in an air-conditioned or cool place; Take at least one cool shower or bath, or cool your skin with wet towels; Limit physical activity; Wear light clothes. Signs of heat illness include swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions. 'Reduce your heat risk,' Environment and Climate Change Canada notes. 'Schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day.' Anyone with health-related questions is encouraged to call Info-Santé at 811. In case of emergency, call 911. Child safety Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even if the windows are partially open. Do not let your children play in an unattended vehicle. Make a habit of looking in the vehicle, front and back, before locking the door and walking away. Make sure your childcare provider knows to call you if your child has not been dropped off at their usual time. Always place an item (such as a purse) in the backseat so you must open the door each time you leave the vehicle. Keep a large stuffed animal in your child's car seat when it is not occupied. When your child is in the car, put the stuffed animal in the front passenger seat. When you arrive at your destination, avoid any distractions, including talking on the phone or texting. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call the police. If they are in distress due to the heat, get them out as quickly as possible and call 911 immediately. Pool safety In Quebec, one child a day arrives in an emergency room for drowning or near-drowning during the summer, according to the Montreal Children's Hospital. In the last 30 years, the MCH trauma centre says it has seen more than 400 drownings and near-drownings. Data show that 73 per cent of the incidents occurred in residential pools, park pools, aquatic centres and water parks. Some ways to prevent drowning hazards:
CTV News
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Events planned across Montreal to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
Cultural performances, workshops, and ceremonies are scheduled throughout the Greater Montreal area on Saturday to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day. Many events and activities are taking place across the Greater Montreal area on Saturday to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. In the Mohawk community of Kahnawake, located on Montreal's South Shore, locals will mark the day with a variety of activities and workshops, including a fish-filleting demonstration and a bookmark-making workshop. For those looking for a good laugh, a comedy show featuring local Indigenous comedians is scheduled for 12 p.m. About 15 artisan vendors will also be on site. The International First Peoples Festival will host a celebration in Montreal's Old Port from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with a fire-lighting ceremony taking place at noon. The event will also feature a tobacco ceremony, traditional drumming, and dancing. At Cabot Square in the downtown core, Pop Montreal is presenting a free concert showcasing Indigenous artists, including Miesha & The Spanks, Digawolf, and Aasiva. The show begins at 3 p.m.
CTV News
19-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Risk of tornado, severe thunderstorm watch in Montreal
A person walks along a street during heavy rain in Montreal, Saturday, October 7, 2023. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press) There is a risk of a tornado in the Greater Montreal area, with the region being put under a severe thunderstorm watch on Thursday. 'Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms capable of producing very strong wind gusts, damaging hail and heavy downpours,' said Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). Heavy rain can cause flash flooding and significantly reduce visibility. 'When thunder roars, go indoors,' the agency writes. 'Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.' ECCC adds that people should also avoid water activities due to the risk of sudden, violent winds. 'Strong wind gusts can damage trees, buildings and overturn vehicles,' it notes. Large hail can also cause significant damage and injury.
