Montreal: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Olympic Divers from Montreal
Learn more about Canada's Olympic divers living in and around Montreal, Making up seven tenths of the Canadian Olympics Diving Team in 2008, including Olympics medalists Emilie Heymans and Alexandre Despatie.
Learn more about Canada's Olympic divers living in and around Montreal, Making up seven tenths of the Canadian Olympics Diving Team in 2008, including Olympics medalists Emilie Heymans and Alexandre Despatie.
Alexandre Despatie: The Facts
Learn more about superstar diver Alexandre Despatie, an Olympic gold medalist born in Montreal and raised in Laval.
Learn more about superstar diver Alexandre Despatie, an Olympic gold medalist born in Montreal and raised in Laval.
Free Things to Do in Montreal
Who said budgeting has to pinch? In a city packed with parks and festivals for every season and reason, Montreal is swelling with free events, attractions, and green space.
Who said budgeting has to pinch? In a city packed with parks and festivals for every season and reason, Montreal is swelling with free events, attractions, and green space.
Montreal Festivals in August
The construction holiday is over but summer isn't! The MEG, a graffiti convention, Italian week, gay pride ... August is packed with events and freebies every weekend.
The construction holiday is over but summer isn't! The MEG, a graffiti convention, Italian week, gay pride ... August is packed with events and freebies every weekend.
August in Montreal
A touch of NASCAR, a hint of MEG, a lot of Italian Week and then some Gay Pride mid-month, summer is far from over in Montreal!
A touch of NASCAR, a hint of MEG, a lot of Italian Week and then some Gay Pride mid-month, summer is far from over in Montreal!
Best Poutine in Montreal
A review of the best poutine in Montreal.
A review of the best poutine in Montreal.
Music in Montreal August 2008
The MEG, Osheaga, and Under Pressure fests are passing through. Then there's shows by Rose, Judas Priest, Paul Van Dyk, Sumi Jo accompanied by the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and more! Click on each name for a clip of their work.
The MEG, Osheaga, and Under Pressure fests are passing through. Then there's shows by Rose, Judas Priest, Paul Van Dyk, Sumi Jo accompanied by the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and more! Click on each name for a clip of their work.
Best Brunch in Montreal
Ask ten Montreal residents where's the best place to brunch and you'll get ten markedly different answers. This list has something for everyone, including those looking for something a little different from eggs and bacon, so get out there and enjoy these top eight Montreal brunch restaurants.
Ask ten Montreal residents where's the best place to brunch and you'll get ten markedly different answers. This list has something for everyone, including those looking for something a little different from eggs and bacon, so get out there and enjoy these top eight Montreal brunch restaurants.
Montreal Gay Village
One of the largest gay villages in North America, find out more about living, working and playing in Montreal's Village Gai or "le Village."
One of the largest gay villages in North America, find out more about living, working and playing in Montreal's Village Gai or "le Village."
Emilie Heymans in Pictures
Emilie Heymans is one of Canada's best women divers in the history of the sport. Described as one of the world's most beautiful divers to watch in action, click on the links below for an illustrative review of Emilie Heymans' prolific diving career, a three-time Olympic medalist from St. Lambert in the Greater Montreal area.
Emilie Heymans is one of Canada's best women divers in the history of the sport. Described as one of the world's most beautiful divers to watch in action, click on the links below for an illustrative review of Emilie Heymans' prolific diving career, a three-time Olympic medalist from St. Lambert in the Greater Montreal area.
Eating Local in Montreal
A political statement, an environmental choice, a thumb's up to the local economy, a health-conscious decision and thanks to the increasing popularity of organic food baskets and public markets, eating local in Montreal is a feasible reality for a wide range of budgets and lifestyles. Browse through the guide and see for yourself what's involved in being a locavore.
A political statement, an environmental choice, a thumb's up to the local economy, a health-conscious decision and thanks to the increasing popularity of organic food baskets and public markets, eating local in Montreal is a feasible reality for a wide range of budgets and lifestyles. Browse through the guide and see for yourself what's involved in being a locavore.
Montreal Family Events
August is a fabulous month for family activities! With something free to do every weekend, bring the kids to see the last of the fireworks or check out the Hellenic Community Fest, Family Sundays at la TOHU and don't miss the kids' fest to beat all kids fests, La Fête des Enfants de Montréal.
August is a fabulous month for family activities! With something free to do every weekend, bring the kids to see the last of the fireworks or check out the Hellenic Community Fest, Family Sundays at la TOHU and don't miss the kids' fest to beat all kids fests, La Fête des Enfants de Montréal.
Montreal Organic Food Baskets
Ever munch on green beans so crunchy and fresh, you could have sworn they were picked yesterday? If you're among the thousands of Montrealers partaking in organic food baskets, they probably were.
Ever munch on green beans so crunchy and fresh, you could have sworn they were picked yesterday? If you're among the thousands of Montrealers partaking in organic food baskets, they probably were.
Montreal Beaches - Plage Dore in Montreal
Come take a closer look at the very accessible Montreal beach Plage Doré, located in Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Come take a closer look at the very accessible Montreal beach Plage Doré, located in Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Montreal Ballroom Dancing
A surprisingly fun and free local activity, regardless of dance experience and age, read a review of the experience.
A surprisingly fun and free local activity, regardless of dance experience and age, read a review of the experience.
Free Dance Lessons in Montreal
Find out when the Societe Jean-Drapeau offers free ballroom dancing lessons outdoors in the comfort of Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Find out when the Societe Jean-Drapeau offers free ballroom dancing lessons outdoors in the comfort of Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Fireworks Competition
Your Guide to the the largest international fireworks competition, the 2008 International des Feux Loto-Quebec.
Your Guide to the the largest international fireworks competition, the 2008 International des Feux Loto-Quebec.
Montreal Public Markets
These public markets in Montreal have a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables from Quebec, maple products from around the corner and you will melt faster than the raw milk cheeses -- many of international acclaim in culinary circles -- available at select markets.
These public markets in Montreal have a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables from Quebec, maple products from around the corner and you will melt faster than the raw milk cheeses -- many of international acclaim in culinary circles -- available at select markets.
Montreal Spas
Your Guide to days spas and specialized salons in Montreal, including a list of treatments and services offered by Tonic, Rainspa, Ovarium, Fanny of Westmount and Dr. Hauschka.
Your Guide to days spas and specialized salons in Montreal, including a list of treatments and services offered by Tonic, Rainspa, Ovarium, Fanny of Westmount and Dr. Hauschka.
Montreal Theater and Dance
There's still time to learn the waltz for free or enjoy some Shakespeare in the park with Repercussion Theatre's <i>The Tempest</i> don't miss La TOHU's free circus antics every Sunday all happening through August in Montreal!
There's still time to learn the waltz for free or enjoy some Shakespeare in the park with Repercussion Theatre's <i>The Tempest</i> don't miss La TOHU's free circus antics every Sunday all happening through August in Montreal!
Montreal Food Cooperatives
Find out how to join a food co-op or "groupe d'achat" in Montreal, a great way to save money on groceries and eat the highest quality organic local produce available on the market.
Find out how to join a food co-op or "groupe d'achat" in Montreal, a great way to save money on groceries and eat the highest quality organic local produce available on the market.
Walking Tour - Petite Patrie
From housewares to clothing, wedding dresses to furniture, Plaza St-Hubert is a great place for bargain hunters.
From housewares to clothing, wedding dresses to furniture, Plaza St-Hubert is a great place for bargain hunters.
Montreal Museums - August
The Montreal Science Center hosts the Science of Aliens, Eric Nadeau's Robotspectives at La TOHU are free to the public and the Yves Saint Laurent exhibit remains at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts through the summer.
The Montreal Science Center hosts the Science of Aliens, Eric Nadeau's Robotspectives at La TOHU are free to the public and the Yves Saint Laurent exhibit remains at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts through the summer.
Montreal's Piknic Electronik
Great for electronic music fans, especially progressive house, Piknic Electronik is the dance event of Montreal summers, every Sunday in Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Great for electronic music fans, especially progressive house, Piknic Electronik is the dance event of Montreal summers, every Sunday in Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Montreal Tea House Cha Guan
Montreal tea house Cha Guan takes tea time to a new level. Read a review of the experience.
Montreal tea house Cha Guan takes tea time to a new level. Read a review of the experience.
La Banquise: a Poutine Review
Find out about Montreal's best poutine. Read a review of the experience.
Find out about Montreal's best poutine. Read a review of the experience.
Montreal Tea Rooms
From Cha Guan to Camellia Sinensis, discover Montreal's growing tea room scene, starting with these six top picks.
From Cha Guan to Camellia Sinensis, discover Montreal's growing tea room scene, starting with these six top picks.
Montreal Beer Festival
Find out more about Canada's largest beer festival, the Montreal Beer Fest or Mondial de la Biere.
Find out more about Canada's largest beer festival, the Montreal Beer Fest or Mondial de la Biere.
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Your guide to the internationally renowned Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, attracting hundreds of thousands to their temporary exhibitions as well as their impressive permanent collection.
Your guide to the internationally renowned Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, attracting hundreds of thousands to their temporary exhibitions as well as their impressive permanent collection.
Birthplace of Montreal
A historical site, an ethnological resource, an urban archaeological dig, Pointe-à-Callière is much more than a museum. Discover the actual birthplace of Montreal and much more.
A historical site, an ethnological resource, an urban archaeological dig, Pointe-à-Callière is much more than a museum. Discover the actual birthplace of Montreal and much more.
Montreal Vegetables in Season
The first step to eating local is finding out what grows when. Find out what homegrown fruits and vegetables from Quebec are available by season and month.
The first step to eating local is finding out what grows when. Find out what homegrown fruits and vegetables from Quebec are available by season and month.
Free Things to Do In Montreal
ho said budgeting has to pinch? In a city packed with parks and festivals for every season and reason, Montreal is swelling with free events, attractions, and green space.
ho said budgeting has to pinch? In a city packed with parks and festivals for every season and reason, Montreal is swelling with free events, attractions, and green space.
Montreal Outdoor Festival
Try out the latest monofins. See how high you can climb or hop on a dragon boat. Every spring, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is host to the 2008 Montreal Outdoor Festival, a gathering great for outdoor sports fans, adventure lovers planning a vacation or anyone in Montreal looking for some outdoor thrills.
Try out the latest monofins. See how high you can climb or hop on a dragon boat. Every spring, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is host to the 2008 Montreal Outdoor Festival, a gathering great for outdoor sports fans, adventure lovers planning a vacation or anyone in Montreal looking for some outdoor thrills.
Montreal Events Main Page
Your guide to events and attractions in Montreal for April 2008. Get a bird's eye view of this month's festivals, theatre events, dance performances, concerts, activities great for kids and more.
Your guide to events and attractions in Montreal for April 2008. Get a bird's eye view of this month's festivals, theatre events, dance performances, concerts, activities great for kids and more.
Music in Montreal July 2008
With the Montreal Jazz Fest wrapping up to Nuits d'Afriques and les FrancoFolies taking us through the month, we've got some mighty fine live shows in Montreal this July ... come take a look and sample their wares!
With the Montreal Jazz Fest wrapping up to Nuits d'Afriques and les FrancoFolies taking us through the month, we've got some mighty fine live shows in Montreal this July ... come take a look and sample their wares!
Montreal's Collective Kitchens
Generally consisting of four to five people and centering around the values of respect, dignity, solidarity and social justice, Montreal collective kitchens group member resources together to plan, buy and cook healthy and delicious meals. By pooling their time, money and skills, meals end up costing, on average, only $1 per portion.
Generally consisting of four to five people and centering around the values of respect, dignity, solidarity and social justice, Montreal collective kitchens group member resources together to plan, buy and cook healthy and delicious meals. By pooling their time, money and skills, meals end up costing, on average, only $1 per portion.
Aux Vivres Review
A review of Montreal vegan restaurant Aux Vivres.
A review of Montreal vegan restaurant Aux Vivres.
A Review of Le Club Sandwich
A review of Le Club Sandwich, the Gay Village's largest restaurant, open 24/7.
A review of Le Club Sandwich, the Gay Village's largest restaurant, open 24/7.
Wine and Spirits Show
Your guide to the Montreal Wine and Spirits Show, held once every two years and featuring many import wines exclusive to the exhibit.
Your guide to the Montreal Wine and Spirits Show, held once every two years and featuring many import wines exclusive to the exhibit.
Top Montreal Sports Bar Picks
From Chez Serge to Sharx, check out these five interesting Montreal sports bar picks, each with their own unique twist and charm.
From Chez Serge to Sharx, check out these five interesting Montreal sports bar picks, each with their own unique twist and charm.
View of Westmount Lookout in Montreal
View of Westmount Lookout in Montreal
View of Westmount Lookout in Montreal
Dog at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Dog at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Dog at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Entering Woods of Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Entering Woods of Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Entering Woods of Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Easter Island Moai Head in Floralies Gardens - Montreal Image of Easter Island Head in Floralies Gardens by Evelyn Reid
Easter Island replica: Moai Head in Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Easter Island replica: Moai Head in Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Montreal Diner Patati Patata
The little diner that could, Patati Patata has only 13 seats, but staff make up for the small size by adding lovely twists and extras to typically straightforward fast food and by welcoming you to partake in their open kitchen space, with the welcoming warmth of an old friend.
The little diner that could, Patati Patata has only 13 seats, but staff make up for the small size by adding lovely twists and extras to typically straightforward fast food and by welcoming you to partake in their open kitchen space, with the welcoming warmth of an old friend.
Music in Montreal June 2008
Check out what bands, musical acts and performers are playing throughout June 2008. Includes Jazz Fest listings at Place-des-Arts. Listed by venue.
Check out what bands, musical acts and performers are playing throughout June 2008. Includes Jazz Fest listings at Place-des-Arts. Listed by venue.
Montreal Redpath Museum
The Redpath, a natural science museum on McGill campus, will never charge you a dime but a donation would go a long way to ensuring Redpath stays free for everyone. Check out their their extensive collection of minerals, fossils and dinosaur bones. Even mummies are on display. Don't miss my personal favorite, the shrunken head.
The Redpath, a natural science museum on McGill campus, will never charge you a dime but a donation would go a long way to ensuring Redpath stays free for everyone. Check out their their extensive collection of minerals, fossils and dinosaur bones. Even mummies are on display. Don't miss my personal favorite, the shrunken head.
Montreal Pothole Guide
Montreal potholes appear every spring in the tens of thousands. They trip us up, screw with our shocks and wreak havoc on our tires. Learn more about Montreal's ongoing infrastructural saga and find out what you can do to minimize vehicular damage and maximize your right to a smoother ride. Welcome to the one and only Montreal Pothole Survival Guide!
Montreal potholes appear every spring in the tens of thousands. They trip us up, screw with our shocks and wreak havoc on our tires. Learn more about Montreal's ongoing infrastructural saga and find out what you can do to minimize vehicular damage and maximize your right to a smoother ride. Welcome to the one and only Montreal Pothole Survival Guide!
Rent Increases in Montreal
Raising the rent in Montreal: How much is too much?
Raising the rent in Montreal: How much is too much?
Music in Montreal April 2008
Check out what bands, musical acts and performers are playing in Montreal this April 2008. Listed by venue.
Check out what bands, musical acts and performers are playing in Montreal this April 2008. Listed by venue.
Montreal Biosphere On the Way to Floralies Gardens - Image of Montreal Biosphere by Evelyn Reid
Image of Montreal Biosphere by Evelyn Reid.
Image of Montreal Biosphere by Evelyn Reid.
Montreal Chinatown - A Tour of Chinatown in Montreal
Montreal's Chinatown is modest in size compared to those in Toronto and Vancouver but it doesn't seem to matter to locals who keep coming back to this tourist-designated pedestrian area for its specialty shops, activities and festivals in Sun Yat-Sen Square and of course, the food.
Montreal's Chinatown is modest in size compared to those in Toronto and Vancouver but it doesn't seem to matter to locals who keep coming back to this tourist-designated pedestrian area for its specialty shops, activities and festivals in Sun Yat-Sen Square and of course, the food.
Montreal Chinatown - Image of Holiday Inn in Montreal Chinatown
Montreal's Chinatown is modest in size compared to those in Toronto and Vancouver but it doesn't seem to matter to locals who keep coming back to this tourist-designated pedestrian area for its specialty shops, activities and festivals in Sun Yat-Sen Square and of course, the food.
Montreal's Chinatown is modest in size compared to those in Toronto and Vancouver but it doesn't seem to matter to locals who keep coming back to this tourist-designated pedestrian area for its specialty shops, activities and festivals in Sun Yat-Sen Square and of course, the food.
Magasins-Partage
An alternative to food banks, Montreal's magasins-partage help people and families in need, giving them the freedom to choose the food items they require (e.g., a diabetic in need is not in a position to just eat anything they're given at a food bank and a family from India might not eat the same diet as a family from the Ukraine) while asking for a donation equivalent to 10% to 15% of the actual cost of the food selected in the share-store.
An alternative to food banks, Montreal's magasins-partage help people and families in need, giving them the freedom to choose the food items they require (e.g., a diabetic in need is not in a position to just eat anything they're given at a food bank and a family from India might not eat the same diet as a family from the Ukraine) while asking for a donation equivalent to 10% to 15% of the actual cost of the food selected in the share-store.
Montreal Locavore Links
From verifying if a food product is truly organic to locating organic food baskets filled with local produce in Montreal, the following resources will come in handy for anyone considering or living a locavore lifestyle in Montreal.
From verifying if a food product is truly organic to locating organic food baskets filled with local produce in Montreal, the following resources will come in handy for anyone considering or living a locavore lifestyle in Montreal.
View of Montreal on a Smoggy Day
View of Montreal on a Smoggy Day
View of Montreal on a Smoggy Day
Golden Labrador at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Golden Labrador at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Golden Labrador at Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Sugaring Off in Montreal
Your guide to sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Your guide to sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Montreal Casino Near Floralies Gardens - Image of Montreal Casino Near Floralies Gardens by Evelyn Reid
Image of Montreal Casino Near Floralies Gardens.
Image of Montreal Casino Near Floralies Gardens.
Montreal Floralies Gardens - Image of Trees at the Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
Trees at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Trees at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Image Gallery of the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit - Images Montreal's Gilles Villeneuve Circuit
Host to two major racing events including the notable Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit glams it down most of the year but still sticks out as a picturesque street circuit ideal for cyclists, pedestrians and inline skaters.
Host to two major racing events including the notable Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit glams it down most of the year but still sticks out as a picturesque street circuit ideal for cyclists, pedestrians and inline skaters.
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From Swan Lake on Ice to UQAM contemporary dance to Sarah Kane's Blasted starring Roy Dupuis and Céline Bonnier, check out this list of theater and dance performances all happening in Montreal.
From Swan Lake on Ice to UQAM contemporary dance to Sarah Kane's Blasted starring Roy Dupuis and Céline Bonnier, check out this list of theater and dance performances all happening in Montreal.
Montreal Chamber Music Fest
Your guide to the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, an intimate one-of-kind fest in Montreal, combining a classical series and jazz series.
Your guide to the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, an intimate one-of-kind fest in Montreal, combining a classical series and jazz series.
Montreal Fashion Festival
Find out more about the Montreal Fashion and Design Festival in 2008 including a list of top events, all free to public.
Find out more about the Montreal Fashion and Design Festival in 2008 including a list of top events, all free to public.
Montreal Jazz Fest: Free Shows
The Montreal International Jazz Festival offers hundreds of free outdoor shows every year and 2008 is no different. Come take a look at some of this year's top picks!
The Montreal International Jazz Festival offers hundreds of free outdoor shows every year and 2008 is no different. Come take a look at some of this year's top picks!
Montreal Jazz Festival Profile
This city's largest festival/event/attraction of the year, the Montreal Jazz Festival attracts crowds in the seven digits. Read up on the Jazz Fest and find out why!
This city's largest festival/event/attraction of the year, the Montreal Jazz Festival attracts crowds in the seven digits. Read up on the Jazz Fest and find out why!
Classical Music in Montreal
A guide to the classical music and opera scene in Montreal.
A guide to the classical music and opera scene in Montreal.
Montreal Blue Met
A day by day guide to the 2008 Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival. Read up on top events at the Blue Met, listed by day.
A day by day guide to the 2008 Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival. Read up on top events at the Blue Met, listed by day.
March 2008 Events in Montreal
March Events in Montreal, including monthly highlights, festivals, music, concerts, live shows, theater, dance, performance art, community and family events.
March Events in Montreal, including monthly highlights, festivals, music, concerts, live shows, theater, dance, performance art, community and family events.
Family Activities in Montreal
Help raise money for the Montreal Asian Heritage Festival, learn to draw manga, watch the latest IMAX film and more. It's all here in your guide to family activities and community events in Montreal.
Help raise money for the Montreal Asian Heritage Festival, learn to draw manga, watch the latest IMAX film and more. It's all here in your guide to family activities and community events in Montreal.
Earth Day in Montreal
Celebrate Mother Nature by checking out these Earth Day activities, including events at the Montreal Biosphere, the Redpath Museum, the Botanical Garden Treehouse and more.
Celebrate Mother Nature by checking out these Earth Day activities, including events at the Montreal Biosphere, the Redpath Museum, the Botanical Garden Treehouse and more.
Montreal Sugar Shacks
Your guide to sugar shacks and sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Your guide to sugar shacks and sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Obelisque Oblique by Henri-Georges Adam Near Floralies Gardens - Montreal Image of Obelisque Oblique by Henri-Georges Adam
Obelisque Oblique by Henri-Georges Adam near the Floralies Gardens.
Obelisque Oblique by Henri-Georges Adam near the Floralies Gardens.
Image Gallery of Montreal Floralies Gardens - Images of Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
Sculpture on the way to Floralies Gardens: Signe Solaire by Jean Le Febure.
Sculpture on the way to Floralies Gardens: Signe Solaire by Jean Le Febure.
Kwakiutl Totem Pole by Tony and Henry Hunt - Image of Totem Pole in Montreal Floralies Gardens by Evelyn Reid
Image of Kwakiutl Totem Pole in Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Image of Kwakiutl Totem Pole in Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Weeping Willow in Montreal Floralies Gardens - Image of Weeping Willow in Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
My favorite weeping willow in the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
My favorite weeping willow in the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Wallace Fountain in Montreal Floralies Gardens - Image of Wallace Fountain Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
Wallace Fountain at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Wallace Fountain at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Flowers in Montreal Floralies Gardens - Image of Flowers in Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
The Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies is 25 acres of horticultural history. Originally created by some of the world's best landscape artists who participated in the 1980 International Floralies fair, the gardens became a permanent city fixture and are now maintained by Parc Jean-Drapeau.
The Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies is 25 acres of horticultural history. Originally created by some of the world's best landscape artists who participated in the 1980 International Floralies fair, the gardens became a permanent city fixture and are now maintained by Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Gilles Villeneuve Circuit Near Jardin des Floralies in Montreal - Gilles Villeneuve Circuit in Montreal by Evelyn Reid
Gilles Villeneuve Circuit Near Floralies Gardens in Montreal.
Gilles Villeneuve Circuit Near Floralies Gardens in Montreal.
More of Montreal Floralies Gardens - Image of Montreal Floralies Gardens or Jardins des Floralies by Evelyn Reid
Image of exotic plants at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Image of exotic plants at the Montreal Floralies Gardens.
Bouvrette Sugar Shack
Read all about sugaring off at the Cabane à Sucre Bouvrette, including driving directions, prices and special activities such as train rides at the Bouvrette sugar shack.
Read all about sugaring off at the Cabane à Sucre Bouvrette, including driving directions, prices and special activities such as train rides at the Bouvrette sugar shack.
Handfield Sugar House
Get a massage at the Handfield Spa before enjoying a sugar shack meal at Cabane à Sucre Handfield.
Get a massage at the Handfield Spa before enjoying a sugar shack meal at Cabane à Sucre Handfield.
Montreal Museums Day in 2008
Every year, Montreal Museums Day proposes specific museum routes with free shuttle bus service following each circuit. Check out one of the routes set up for Montreal Museums Day in 2008: the Yellow Route.
Every year, Montreal Museums Day proposes specific museum routes with free shuttle bus service following each circuit. Check out one of the routes set up for Montreal Museums Day in 2008: the Yellow Route.
Canada Grand Prix in Montreal
From what to do on Grand Prix Weekend to discovering every chicane on the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit, check out this nifty guide to the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal.
From what to do on Grand Prix Weekend to discovering every chicane on the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit, check out this nifty guide to the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal.
Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
One of Montreal's few designated bird sanctuaries, Summit Park is also 57 acres of protected wildlife and one of Mount Royal's three peaks.
One of Montreal's few designated bird sanctuaries, Summit Park is also 57 acres of protected wildlife and one of Mount Royal's three peaks.
Decomposing Tree in Summit Park, Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Decomposing Tree in Summit Park, Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Decomposing Tree in Summit Park, Westmount, Montreal, Canada
Sucrerie de la Montagne
Enjoy the old-fashioned appeal of Sucrerie de la Montagne, built on a 200-year-old preserved heritage site. Cross-country ski on 25 km of available trail and complement your sugar shack meal with an overnight stay in a log cabin.
Enjoy the old-fashioned appeal of Sucrerie de la Montagne, built on a 200-year-old preserved heritage site. Cross-country ski on 25 km of available trail and complement your sugar shack meal with an overnight stay in a log cabin.
Pros and Cons of Montreal CSAs
Do organic food baskets suit your lifestyle? Find out the advantages and disadvantages of buying organic food baskets from local farmers.
Do organic food baskets suit your lifestyle? Find out the advantages and disadvantages of buying organic food baskets from local farmers.
Museum Exhibits in Montreal
Discover fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Reflect on the diseased works of David Blatherwick at Art Mûr. And don't miss your chance to partake in the very free Montreal Museums Day later this month. Enjoy these exhibits and more!
Discover fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Reflect on the diseased works of David Blatherwick at Art Mûr. And don't miss your chance to partake in the very free Montreal Museums Day later this month. Enjoy these exhibits and more!
Why so many Montreal potholes?
From weather issues to current city administration blaming past city administration, it's rather difficult to pinpoint one simple reason that can explain [i]why[/i] Montreal has so many potholes.[p]
From weather issues to current city administration blaming past city administration, it's rather difficult to pinpoint one simple reason that can explain [i]why[/i] Montreal has so many potholes.[p]
Grand Prix Weekend in Montreal
You don't need to go to the race to experience Grand Prix Weekend in Montreal and you don't need a lot of money either. Take a look at all these affordable (and mostly free) activities for starters.
You don't need to go to the race to experience Grand Prix Weekend in Montreal and you don't need a lot of money either. Take a look at all these affordable (and mostly free) activities for starters.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
From Pagan ritual to patron saint, learn more about the history behind Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in Montreal, also known as La Fête Nationale.
From Pagan ritual to patron saint, learn more about the history behind Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in Montreal, also known as La Fête Nationale.
July in Montreal
From the International Jazz Festival to the fireworks competition, free ballroom dancing outdoors and salsa at the Old Port, July is jam packed with events, attractions and activities. Take a look at what Montreal has to offer in June: festivals, concerts, dance, theater and more.
From the International Jazz Festival to the fireworks competition, free ballroom dancing outdoors and salsa at the Old Port, July is jam packed with events, attractions and activities. Take a look at what Montreal has to offer in June: festivals, concerts, dance, theater and more.
Montreal Performances in June
Plenty of performance variety this June as TransAmériques wraps up and the Fringe begins. Other top picks include the National Circus School and a musical of the Yiddish tale Wise Men of Chelm.
Plenty of performance variety this June as TransAmériques wraps up and the Fringe begins. Other top picks include the National Circus School and a musical of the Yiddish tale Wise Men of Chelm.
Montreal Architecture Museum
Read up on Montreal's Canadian Centre for Architecture, an architectural museum and renowned research center covering the works of greats such as Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright.
Read up on Montreal's Canadian Centre for Architecture, an architectural museum and renowned research center covering the works of greats such as Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright.
Montreal History Center
Learn more about the Centre d'Histoire de Montréal, a city-run museum housed in an old fire station in the heart of Old Montreal.
Learn more about the Centre d'Histoire de Montréal, a city-run museum housed in an old fire station in the heart of Old Montreal.
McCord Museum in Montreal
A history museum best known for its extensive collection of period costumes, particularly women's dress. The McCord Museum covers different facets of Canadian history, society and culture, with a concentration of objects from the last 300 years but also covering periods as early as the 11th century.
A history museum best known for its extensive collection of period costumes, particularly women's dress. The McCord Museum covers different facets of Canadian history, society and culture, with a concentration of objects from the last 300 years but also covering periods as early as the 11th century.
Montreal Planetarium
Learn about our galaxy and beyond at the Montreal Planetarium or take it a step further and join the largest astronomy club in the province of Quebec.
Learn about our galaxy and beyond at the Montreal Planetarium or take it a step further and join the largest astronomy club in the province of Quebec.
Montreal Family Events - July
From the Carifiesta Parade to the Planetarium's latest show, check out some summer events suitable for the whole family and come back for updates!
From the Carifiesta Parade to the Planetarium's latest show, check out some summer events suitable for the whole family and come back for updates!
Montreal Festivals in July
July is hot in this town! Fireworks are with us for yet more weeks on end, the Montreal Jazz Festival is oozing with free shows, Just for Laughs, the Fantasia Film Fest and Nuits d'Afrique are back, then there's Piknic and free outdoor dance lessons ...
July is hot in this town! Fireworks are with us for yet more weeks on end, the Montreal Jazz Festival is oozing with free shows, Just for Laughs, the Fantasia Film Fest and Nuits d'Afrique are back, then there's Piknic and free outdoor dance lessons ...
Montreal Theater & Dance Fest
Your guide to Montreal's theater and dance festival, the Festival TransAmériques, showcasing international talent as well as homegrown performers, from the renowned to the emerging.
Your guide to Montreal's theater and dance festival, the Festival TransAmériques, showcasing international talent as well as homegrown performers, from the renowned to the emerging.
Montreal Theater & Dance Fest
Your guide to Montreal's only theater and dance festival, the Festival TransAmériques, showcasing international talent as well as homegrown performers, from the renowned to the emerging.
Your guide to Montreal's only theater and dance festival, the Festival TransAmériques, showcasing international talent as well as homegrown performers, from the renowned to the emerging.
Easter for Kids in Montreal
Your guide to Easter activities for kids and the whole family in the Greater Montreal Area, including egg hunts, Easter farms and more.
Your guide to Easter activities for kids and the whole family in the Greater Montreal Area, including egg hunts, Easter farms and more.
Montreal Potholes - Prevention
Even if you do hit a pothole, the outcome will be far more manageable for your car and your wallet if you take a few preventative measures. Here's what every Montreal motorist should do.
Even if you do hit a pothole, the outcome will be far more manageable for your car and your wallet if you take a few preventative measures. Here's what every Montreal motorist should do.
Recourse for Pothole Damage
Find out what you can do if your car is damaged by a pothole in Montreal including information on submitting a claim for damages and filing a lawsuit.
Find out what you can do if your car is damaged by a pothole in Montreal including information on submitting a claim for damages and filing a lawsuit.
Montreal Theatre and Dance
From Madame Butterfly to The Odd Couple and the Festival Transameriques, come take a look at your list of theater and dance performances all happening in Montreal this May.
From Madame Butterfly to The Odd Couple and the Festival Transameriques, come take a look at your list of theater and dance performances all happening in Montreal this May.
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Your Guide to highlights and festivals in Montreal in April 2008.
Your Guide to highlights and festivals in Montreal in April 2008.
Montreal Highlights in May
Your guide to highlights and festivals in Montreal in May 2008.
Your guide to highlights and festivals in Montreal in May 2008.
Sportifs Sugar Shack
A great sugar shack for hockey lovers, the Cabane à Sucre des Sportifs offers indoor hockey facilities and is also equipped with a baseball batting machine and a dining hall large enough to host corporate events.
A great sugar shack for hockey lovers, the Cabane à Sucre des Sportifs offers indoor hockey facilities and is also equipped with a baseball batting machine and a dining hall large enough to host corporate events.
Butterfly in Summit Park in Westmount, Montreal, Canada
One of Montreal's few designated bird sanctuaries, Summit Park is also 57 acres of protected wildlife and one of Mount Royal's three peaks.
One of Montreal's few designated bird sanctuaries, Summit Park is also 57 acres of protected wildlife and one of Mount Royal's three peaks.
St. Joseph's Oratory in Montreal
St. Joseph's Oratory in Montreal
St. Joseph's Oratory in Montreal
Paquette Sugar Shack
Great sugar shack for families. Ask the staff to dress up in pioneer costumes, visit the Maple Museum, enjoy a pony ride and other fun activities at the Cabane à Sucre Paquette. Wheelchair accessible.
Great sugar shack for families. Ask the staff to dress up in pioneer costumes, visit the Maple Museum, enjoy a pony ride and other fun activities at the Cabane à Sucre Paquette. Wheelchair accessible.