It's been widely expected for a few years now but the Habs made it official today that they will relocate their AHL team to Laval starting in 2017-18. They'll stay in St. John's for the upcoming season.
http://www.habsworld.net/2016/07/habs-to-move-their-ahl-affiliate-to-laval/
Apparently it was noted during the press conference that the fans will have some say in a team name. Considering the current pulse of the fan base, the Laval Subbans has to be considered an early popular choice.