Power restored to most Hydro-Quebec customers after lightning strike
A snapshot of the Hydro-Quebec outages map taken in the morning of Aug. 30, 2023.
Power has been restored to most of the 35,000 Hydro-Quebec customers affected by outages Wednesday morning, but a few thousand in Montreal and Laval remain in the dark.
At 6:45 a.m., 19 outages had knocked out power to roughly 35,000 customers west of Montreal in areas like Hudson, Saint-Lazare, Vaudreuil-Dorion, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac and Point-des-Cascades.
Electricity was largely restored by 7:45 a.m., when the number of affected households in this area had dwindled to just 60.
A spokesperson for Hydro-Quebec said the bulk of the outages occurred because lightning hit a transmission line, meaning a single fix was required to restore electricity to most of the population.
Meanwhile, outages crept up on the island. As of 7:45 a.m., just over 1,000 customers were powerless in Montreal and 2,000 in Laval.
Rainy and even stormy conditions hit parts of southern Quebec overnight and are expected to continue into the day.
Montreal Top Stories
-
-
-
-
WEEKEND WEATHERWEEKEND WEATHER Montrealers’ rollercoaster of a weather week will end on an unseasonable high
-
-
-
-
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
B.C. election campaign ends with downpours, handshakes, tough questions
A whirlwind 28-day campaign has now ended, undoubtedly going down in history one of the most unusual election campaigns British Columbians have ever seen.
People are lonely. Small steps in your community can make a difference
A move to a new city, remote work from home all day or a big change to social networks — your life experiences sometimes create loneliness that’s hard to shake.
Sydney Sweeney says she's been 'immersed in training' for new role unlike anything she's done before
Sydney Sweeney is tapping into the ring as she prepares for a new film role that will stand out as compared to her previous body of work.
Algae and a prayer: N.L. town studying whether seaweed can help offset massive water treatment bill
Facing a massive bill and a looming federal deadline, town officials in Conception Bay South, N.L. are turning to algae for water filtration help.
Arrests made after gunshots fired at Toronto Jewish girls' school
A 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy are facing multiple charges after allegedly firing gunshots at a Jewish girls' school last weekend.
Parents pull children from class over presentation at Halifax area school
A number of parents at Oyster Pond Academy pulled their children from class Friday after learning about a gender identity presentation.
Suspect in custody after standoff in Alberta city that saw shots fired at officers
One person is in custody after a standoff in Camrose, Alta. that lasted nearly 18 hours.
Jerry Seinfeld says he no longer thinks the 'extreme left' has broken comedy
Jerry Seinfeld says he 'officially' takes back his claim that the 'extreme left' is suppressing the art of comedy.
'Speechless': Community comes together to support family with terminally ill child
On Saturday, community members from Country Lane Estates RV Resort raised approximately $4,500 for Katie Zipser and Brendon MacLeod, and their 10-month-old son Tucker.
Shopping Trends
The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us.
Toronto
-
‘A battle for safety’: Toronto considering new bike lane on dangerous west-end road as province looks to limit them
City staff’s recommendation that a new bike lane be installed along a collision-prone stretch of Parkside Drive could potentially set up a battle with the province, as it moves to place new restrictions on the ability of municipalities to remove lanes of traffic for that purpose.
-
Dozens of road closures in Toronto this weekend to make way for waterfront marathon
The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon will have thousands of runners from across the country on the city’s streets this weekend, and with them, a series of road closures.
-
One dead, three to hospital following Brampton triple shooting: PRP
One person has died and three others have been taken to hospital after a triple shooting in Brampton Saturday morning.
Ottawa
-
It's going to be sunny, warm in Ottawa this Saturday
Higher than normal temperatures and sunny skies are in the forecast for Ottawa this Saturday.
-
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Oct. 18-20
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend.
-
There may be less chocolate at the door this Halloween
If you're heading out trick or treating this Halloween, you may end up with more chips, gummies, licorice and other goodies rather than chocolate. Cocoa prices have spiked, and that could be playing a trick with what your kids come home with and what you give out on Halloween night.
Atlantic
-
Municipal elections held across Nova Scotia Saturday
Nova Scotians will head to the polls Saturday as municipal elections are held across the province.
-
Parents pull children from class over presentation at Halifax area school
A number of parents at Oyster Pond Academy pulled their children from class Friday after learning about a gender identity presentation.
-
'It’s in my life blood': N.S. play explores mental health struggles of fishing communities
A new theatrical production in Nova Scotia explores the stresses on fishing communities.
N.L.
-
Is it pickled fat? Pierogi? Newfoundland 'blobster' expert eyeing weird beach goo
A Newfoundland scientist known for identifying a gelatinous, rancid mass that washed up on the island's shores decades ago is hoping to get his hands on a slice of the strange white globs appearing on the province's beaches.
-
Algae and a prayer: N.L. town studying whether seaweed can help offset massive water treatment bill
Facing a massive bill and a looming federal deadline, town officials in Conception Bay South, N.L. are turning to algae for water filtration help.
-
How gloves belonging to Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe wound up in Newfoundland
A five-hour drive from St. John's, N.L., and well off the beaten path, Point Leamington seems an unlikely spot for a one-of-a-kind tourist attraction.
Northern Ontario
-
Timmins men’s clothing store celebrates 105 years in business
Businesses come and go but there is one in Timmins that has stood the test of time: Steinberg and Mahn in Timmins.
-
Sudbury police investigate serious downtown assault
Greater Sudbury Police are looking for witnesses and video of an assault that took place late Thursday evening or early Friday morning at the intersection of Cedar and Young streets downtown.
-
Northern Ontario doctor named Family Physician of the Year
A northern Ontario doctor has been named Family Physician of the Year. The award is the highest honour a doctor can receive from the Ontario College of Family Physicians.
London
-
CTV News London’s top stories from this week
In case you missed it, CTV News London has gathered all of the top local stories from this week into one video for your convenience.
-
Above seasonal temperatures expected throughout your weekend
You can look forward to an absolutely stellar weekend outdoors, with a high pressure ridge holding in the upper atmosphere, bringing above seasonal temperatures.
-
Witness described frightening details at bush party shooting trial
Isabella Restrepo resumed with her testimony on Friday, telling the jury the frightening details surrounding the shooting death that took place at a bush party for young people off of Pack Road in south London on July 30, 2021.
Kitchener
-
Ontario man told to 'go back to India' explains why he shared video of the encounter online
A Waterloo, Ont. man is sharing video of a recent encounter with a stranger to give others an idea of the hate he experiences in the community.
-
Guelph, Ont. toddler finally gets desperately needed live liver transplant
"Mighty" Myles Beaulieu is on the mend after receiving a potentially life-saving liver transplant.
-
Forensic pathologist testifies at second-degree murder trial of Erick Buhr
Viola Erb died as a result of “external neck compression and blunt force head trauma,” the forensic pathologist who conducted her autopsy told court on Friday.
Windsor
-
CTV News Windsor’s top stories from this week
In case you missed it, CTV News Windsor has compiled all of the top local stories from this week into one video.
-
Witnesses report two incidents of shots fired on Monticello Street Thursday: police
Initially called to the scene on Monticello Street at around 7:00 a.m. for reports of gunfire, police now say that witnesses reported additional shots fired on the same street later in the evening.
-
Windsor-Essex first responders learn how to rescue large animals
First responders from across Essex County spent their Friday learning how to rescue large animals in the event of an emergency.
Barrie
-
Barrie's photo radar cameras have moved: Here's where you'll find them
The City of Barrie relocated its two automated speed enforcement cameras to help deter motorists from poor driving behaviours in school zones.
-
Victim's family addresses driver guilty of fatal crash with emotional statements
A man found guilty of dangerous driving causing death in 2021 heard from the victim’s family in a Barrie courtroom on Friday ahead of his sentencing.
-
Local legion sounds alarm for volunteers ahead of poppy campaign
The national poppy campaign is set to launch later this month and local legions in Simcoe County are imploring the public to help make it a successful year.
Vancouver
-
B.C. election campaign ends with downpours, handshakes, tough questions
A whirlwind 28-day campaign has now ended, undoubtedly going down in history one of the most unusual election campaigns British Columbians have ever seen.
-
Unique 3-wheel electric bike stolen from child with special needs in East Vancouver
An East Vancouver mom is asking for help to find a unique and expensive bike that her son with special needs used, until it was stolen from her backyard.
-
'It shattered our lives': Mission couple frustrated with ICBC's no-fault insurance policy following crash
A Mission couple is criticizing the Insurance Corporation of B.C.'s. no-fault insurance policy following a traumatic car crash.
Vancouver Island
-
B.C. election campaign ends with downpours, handshakes, tough questions
A whirlwind 28-day campaign has now ended, undoubtedly going down in history one of the most unusual election campaigns British Columbians have ever seen.
-
'It's pretty spectacular': B.C. man honoured 80 years after uncle's plane shot down in Belgium
For a civilian, it was an extremely rare occurrence. Jay Hammond has never flown a plane, but on Friday he received a pair of pilot wings at a ceremony in North Saanich.
-
Former BC United candidates miffed over party's election night event
BC United doesn’t have any candidates on the ballot, but the party is still finding itself in the spotlight on the eve of the provincial election.
Winnipeg
-
'It can bring me anywhere': Manitoba athletes learn lifelong lessons while on Australia trip for a taekwondo tournament
After a few plane rides that took them to another hemisphere on the other side of the world, eight young athletes representing Manitoba had the opportunity of a lifetime to compete and grow as individuals.
-
Manitoba health-care support workers ratify new deal
Health-care support workers in Manitoba have officially ratified a new deal agreed to earlier this month.
-
'Very shocked': Recently released mink caught in snare trap, Manitoba animal rescue says
An animal rescue group in Manitoba is warning the public after an animal it recently released into the wild was caught in an illegal trap.
Calgary
-
Shooting in northeast Calgary leaves 1 person dead
A person is dead following a shooting in northeast Calgary on Friday evening. The incident happened around 7:20 p.m., at a home in the 200 block of Homestead Drive N.E.
-
'Speechless': Community comes together to support family with terminally ill child
On Saturday, community members from Country Lane Estates RV Resort raised approximately $4,500 for Katie Zipser and Brendon MacLeod, and their 10-month-old son Tucker.
-
'Kiss of death to local representation': Calgary mayor reacts to Bill 20
Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek says she's worried new provincial legislation will bring more big money — and less leadership — to municipal elections.
Edmonton
-
'This is a huge mistake': Bill 20 rules on local political parties revealed
Alberta municipalities are getting their first look at new rules around local political parties and how they will be funded – and they don't like what they see.
-
Suspect in custody after standoff in Alberta city that saw shots fired at officers
One person is in custody after a standoff in Camrose, Alta. that lasted nearly 18 hours.
-
Arenas are booked solid, forcing people to travel far for ice time
Ice time is at a premium in Edmonton between hockey, figure skating, ringette and other ice sports and the shortage is causing problems.
Regina
-
Concerns roll in on Sask. Party's proposed change room policy, Scott Moe defends plan
Concerns surrounding Saskatchewan Party Leader’s Scott Moe’s proposed change room policy continue to roll in.
-
SaskPower receives largest workplace fine in province's history for 2020 deaths of employees in Weyburn
SaskPower was sentenced Friday morning in a Weyburn courtroom, receiving a record fine, after being found guilty of three workplace-safety related violations when two experienced employees were killed on the job in 2020.
-
Sask. man dies in highway collision between semi and SUV near Chamberlain
A man from Prince Albert has died following a collision between a semi and an SUV on Highway 2 near Chamberlain, Sask. on Thursday.
Saskatoon
-
Saskatoon fire says ‘use caution’ with lithium batteries after e-scooter sparks house fire
Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries are causing concern for fire departments across the country, according to the organization that represents Canada’s fire chiefs.
-
Concerns roll in on Sask. Party's proposed change room policy, Scott Moe defends plan
Concerns surrounding Saskatchewan Party Leader’s Scott Moe’s proposed change room policy continue to roll in.
-
'The shelter should be moved': Mark Arcand changes tone on shelter after election to third term as STC chief
Mark Arcand was re-elected to a third term as Tribal Chief of the Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC).
