Montreal police department was almost $50 million over budget in 2024

Premier Doug Ford made a surprise appearance in a WWE ring in Toronto following a recent political victory. The video of his entrance failed to load, but he was seen laying down his political "smackdown" in the ring. Ford's unexpected appearance added an entertaining twist to his public image and garnered attention from both political and wrestling fans. Full Article

University of Windsor political scientist and ElderCollege founder Lloyd Brown-John passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of mentorship and community engagement. Known for his weekly opinion columns in the Windsor Star, Brown-John tackled sensitive topics with academic insight and local perspective. Survived by his wife, two daughters, and their families, his contributions to education and community advocacy will be greatly missed. Full Article

Anita Anand, minister of transport and internal trade, has reversed her decision and will run in the upcoming federal election after initially stating she would not seek re-election. She cites U.S. President Donald Trump's trade threats as a reason to stay on and address internal trade barriers among provinces. Despite the recent boost in Liberal party polls following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's announcement to step down, Anand emphasizes that her decision is not politically motivated...

The Projet Montréal administration is set to award a major contract for the closure of Camillien-Houde Way, a controversial plan that has sparked opposition accusations of restricting future administrations. Mayor Valérie Plante and her party have faced criticism for potentially limiting the decisions of the next elected administration following the November elections. The contract award has raised concerns about the impact of the closure on vehicle traffic and the potential implications for the city's transportation...

The Justice Department released government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, but they mainly contained information already known to the public, such as flight logs and a redacted address book. The documents also included a list of masseuses and evidence items related to the case, but their significance was unclear. President Trump had previously hinted at opening government files on Epstein, but the release was more of a showmanship, given to political commentators before being posted...

Crystal Sheffield initially thought a loan from Provincial Smart Home Services for water filtration and smart home equipment was a good deal, but later discovered that her bi-weekly payments would more than double, causing financial strain. Along with 80 other customers, she alleges the company misled them with promises of rebates and energy savings that never materialized, leading to a total of $1.5 million in contracts. Despite facing charges under the Consumer Protection Act, the...