Quebec Opposition parties have accused Premier Fréchette of engaging in a 'witch hunt' following the CAQ's decision to abandon a controversial constitution bill. The accusation came during a heated session at the legislature in Quebec City, where Opposition MNA Monsef Derraji questioned the government's motives.
Political Turmoil in Quebec
The CAQ's abandonment of the Quebec constitution bill has sparked widespread criticism from opposition parties, who claim the premier is targeting political opponents rather than focusing on governance. Derraji stated that the government's actions resemble a 'witch hunt' aimed at silencing dissent.
Other Key Developments
In other news, the Toronto FIFA Fan Festival was evacuated due to lightning risk and will not reopen tonight. Ontario has added two major ticket resale sites to its consumer watchlist. An Ontario murder suspect is believed to be in rural B.C., according to police. The May long weekend brought a 'sad increase' in deaths on B.C. highways, RCMP reported.
A luxury $6.2 million mansion on Calgary's Rideau Road offers amazing river views. The screwworm ban could see some Stampede competitors making changes. There is no timeline to begin O-Train East Extension trial running or opening. Travelers will soon fly non-stop between Ottawa and Turks and Caicos this winter.
Environment and Health
Quebec passed a bill banning the sale of energy drinks to kids under 16. A nurse asked the Oilers to trade him, according to reports. Imperial Oil was penalized $120,000 for a substantial 2023 wastewater spill at the Kearl Site. New Brunswickers protested a proposed data centre. A woman was killed in a crash after eluding New Brunswick RCMP.
In Manitoba, a robbery suspect was found dead after his family reported him missing. Premier Wab Kinew boasts the highest approval rating in Canada, according to an Angus Reid survey. The search for a missing woman in Regina ended with the discovery of her body. Regina will receive 22 new sober living spaces by the end of June. An investigation into illegal and non-Indigenous tobacco operations in Six Nations is underway.
Business and Technology
A former employee challenges a company's demand to repay a home-buying perk. Saskatoon's Capitol Music Club is for sale, but the owner says the venue is not closing. A second suspect has been charged in a Saskatoon homicide. One person died following fires at a Sudbury homeless encampment. CTV News Northern Ontario will provide coverage during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Serious injuries occurred in an Oxford County crash; OPP say the outcome could have been fatal. A first-in-Canada scanner unveiled in London, Ont., promises earlier disease detection. Police killed a savage dog that mauled an 11-year-old boy in Barrie. The mystery deepens after human remains were identified in the Berczy Park case. The Gordie Howe bridge opening has been delayed. An assault left a man with life-threatening injuries. Canada Post announces nearly 500,000 addresses will lose home delivery. Daily cross-border seaplane flights take off between Victoria and Seattle. A B.C. offender was arrested after arriving for a probation meeting in a stolen truck. Cleanup begins at a Manitoba industrial park where a tornado caused $30 million in damages.
International and National News
Trump plans to nominate U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton to be national intelligence director. A car hit a school cycling group in the Netherlands, killing four people, including three children. Bilateral deals are likely to be negotiated alongside a continental trade pact, said LeBlanc. Canada's former top defence official warns against booing the U.S. anthem, stressing relations with Washington. A senator, MP, and advocate call on Ottawa to pass Indian Act status law before the break.
Time magazine will launch a Canadian version with plans for local staff and an office. FIFA 2026 is an investment, not a cost, for Canada. Lyft and Uber sue New York City to block a driver retention law. A study looks at who is most affected by social anxiety disorder. Health Canada warns parents about a wooden pacifier clip sold on Amazon.ca. About one-third of adults misunderstand medical directions; one question could change that. The future of 'Doctor Who' is uncertain as the BBC scraps the Christmas special and the showrunner exits. A White House lawn Octagon is ready for Trump's 80th birthday bash. A former child actor accuses Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sexual assault in a new lawsuit.
Phil Mickelson was kicked out of a golf club for inappropriate contact with a female employee. Canada coach Marsch keeps injured defender Bombito on Canada's World Cup squad. The World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in the opening match. A Congolese refugee turned fashion designer dresses Kentucky's governor and NBA stars. The first leather bag from T-Rex cells will be auctioned in Paris. A Swarovski family trust is selling a private island in the Venice lagoon for US$28 million. Hundreds of thousands are without power after Midwest storms, while the U.S. East Coast braces for high heat. El Nino is here and scientists fear it'll be big, bad, and costly. Manitobans face major ruin after massive floods hit the province. The privacy commissioner says Grok deepfakes violated Canadian privacy law. Workplace experts reveal skills people still perform better than AI. A Canadian mother sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT encouraged her daughter's suicide.
