Rick Blackshaw has been appointed as the new CEO of CCM Hockey, a company headquartered in Montreal with 450 employees. CCM was sold by Adidas to Birch Hill Equity for $110 million US. Blackshaw, who has a personal connection to Montreal, discussed his vision for the future of Canadian hockey, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and diversity in the sport. He highlighted the challenges of making hockey more accessible compared to other sports like soccer and mentioned efforts such as the NHL Learn to Play program, which provides free equipment to young players.

Rachel McCrum, originally from Northern Ireland, finds a sense of familiarity in Montreal due to its cultural diversity and the influence of both English and French. Having lived in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and now Quebec, she appreciates the city's welcoming nature and the vibrant mix of cultures. McCrum's move was motivated by a long-distance relationship with a fellow poet from Quebec, highlighting the city's conducive environment for artistic collaboration. Despite her excitement, she misses the sea, her family, and the unique linguistic quirks of Northern Ireland.

Nabil Ahmed, a 27-year-old Pakistani aviation specialist, shares his experiences and impressions of Montreal after moving there to work for the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Despite initial challenges with the cold and language, Ahmed has grown fond of the city, its skyline, and its cultural diversity. He hopes to continue his career at ICAO and explore more of the Americas. Ahmed highlights the difficulty of making friends in a new city but remains positive about his overall experience.

Montreal's Klingon community celebrated the premiere of Star Trek: Discovery at Broue Pub Brouhaha. Fans, including members of the Klingon Assault Group Rising Phoenix, praised the visual effects and progressive casting, particularly the inclusion of women of color in lead roles. The series, a prequel to the original Star Trek, features Michelle Yeoh and Sonequa Martin-Green in prominent roles, continuing the franchise's legacy of diversity and representation.

Stuart Milk, the nephew of the late Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay politicians in the United States, is a grand marshal of Montreal's Pride parade. Despite facing early criticism, Stuart has continued his uncle's legacy through activism and co-founding the Harvey Milk Foundation. The article discusses the balance between the commercial and political sides of Pride events, the message of inclusion sent by participating leaders like Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, and the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQ community.

Two Montreal sound mixers, Gavin Fernandes and Louis Gignac, have been nominated for an Emmy Award for their work on the HBO miniseries Big Little Lies, directed by Montreal native Jean-Marc Vallée. This marks their first Emmy nomination, and they are recognized alongside Hollywood-based mixer Brendan Beebe. The show, which has received 16 Emmy nominations, is a seven-episode miniseries about a homicide at an elementary school in Monterey, California, starring Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, and Shailene Woodley. Fernandes highlights the strength and growth of Montreal's film production scene, emphasizing the local community's support for homegrown talent. The Emmy Awards ceremony will take place on September 17 in Los Angeles.

The article argues against Donald Trump's candidacy, highlighting his aggressive foreign policy stance, potential conflicts of interest, and controversial domestic policies. It criticizes his rhetoric, which has emboldened white supremacist groups, and questions his ethical standards. The author contrasts Trump with Hillary Clinton, acknowledging her experience and stability despite her neoliberalist policies. The piece also addresses Trump's treatment of various groups and his business practices, ultimately concluding that Trump is unfit for the presidency.

The article addresses misconceptions about safe spaces on university campuses, emphasizing their importance in protecting individuals from oppression based on various aspects of identity. It explains that safe spaces, such as the one at Queer Concordia, are not about limiting free speech but about fostering respectful conversations and educating on offensive language. The author argues that safe spaces are vital for marginalized students to develop and express their ideas, comparing them to 18th century French salons led by marginalized groups.

Concordia professor Homa Hoodfar has been released after 112 days of imprisonment in Iran, landing in Oman. Her release has been met with joy and relief from colleagues, friends, and family, despite the unknown charges and reasons for her release. Hoodfar, who suffers from a degenerative neurological disorder, was reportedly not receiving proper medication during her imprisonment. Her academic work focuses on gender and sexuality in Islam, and her trip to Iran was for personal and archival research. Diplomatic efforts from Oman, Italy, and Switzerland, along with widespread support from the Concordia community and beyond, were instrumental in securing her release. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Concordia University President Alan Shepard expressed their gratitude and relief. Protests and demonstrations were held in Canada and abroad to advocate for her freedom.