Tag: Montreal

Walking at night in Montreal

In recent months, a poignant air has enveloped the grounds of the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, as a dedicated search for Indigenous children unfolds within the fenced-off dig site. This solemn endeavor delves into the painful chapters of history, seeking to unearth the untold stories and bri...

10 Fun Things to Do with Your Teenagers in Montreal

Montreal, the vibrant and culturally rich city in Quebec, Canada, is not only a fantastic destination for adults but also offers a plethora of exciting activities for teenagers. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, Montreal has something to captivate every member of the family. So, if...

The Structures That Shape Montreal

In the heart of Quebec lies a city that embodies a blend of the old and the new, the classic and the contemporary: Montreal. As a self-proclaimed architecture aficionado, my steps on the cobblestone streets reverberate with the whispers of history and modernity that this city encapsulates. Each...

Best Time to Visit Montreal

Are you planning a trip to Montreal and wondering when is the best time to visit? Montreal is a city that offers something for everyone, no matter the season. From vibrant festivals to stunning natural landscapes, this Canadian gem has it all. In this blog post, we will explore the diff...

Why Did the Montreal Expos Move to Washington D.C.?

The Canadian team that joined the MLB in 1969 had struggled throughout its existence. The franchise only clinched a playoff berth one time (1981) while in Montreal. Montreal Expos logo In 2003, the Expos finished near the bottom of the National League East Division, coming in with an 83&nd...

How a mechanical engineer and computer scientist became urban farmers in Montreal

Urban farms are changing Canada’s food supply in new and interesting ways. If you live in Montreal, for example, and are looking for somewhere to buy pesticide-free arugula, you might choose to order some online via a direct-to-consumer marketplace. And, depending on who you order from, you mi...

A Train in Montreal — Part 2

Black bricks of the Montreal Metro tunnel whiz by as my train hurtles onwards to its next stop. I’m headed to Little Italy. Or was it Little Portugal? I’m headed to Little Somewhere-In-Southern-Europe. I’m meeting a friend who wasn’t even supposed to be here. B...

A Train in Montreal

Frigid October rains, Pounding against the glass of the city’s skyscrapers. Droplets smashing fiercely against the concrete steps and the grim faces. I am safe from the rains. I stand a hundred feet beneath the concrete steps. A hundred feet beneath the grim faces. Toothless ...

Montreal Parking Meters: A Quick How-To

Anyone who drives in downtown Montreal will immediately tell you that the parking situation is nightmarish at best. In recent years, the city finally made the leap to the 21st century by switching from the antique coin-insert parking meters to the digital ones. Source: Flickr While di...

My Recommendations After Spending a Month in Montréal

Don’t rent a car. You won’t need one unless you have mobility issues. Get a 3-day transit pass at the airport, or at any metro stop. Reload it with 1-day passes once that expires. That’ll give you unlimited rides on all the buses and trains within the city. There’s a bus (...

Top 5 Best Hotels in Montreal For Celebrities

ust like the rest of us, celebrities love to be pampered — only, they could afford it. So, when they visit Montreal, they make sure to stay at the upmost luxurious hotels. This city, as historic as it is, offers both authentic and lavish hotels. Here are the top 5 best ones for celebrities to ...

The Montreal Massacre

OnDecember 6, 1989, sometime after 4 pm, Marc Lepine entered Montreal’s Ecole Polytechnique with the intention of murdering every female that he deemed wronged him in some way. Armed with a Ruger Mini-14 semi-automatic rifle that he purchased legally a month previous and a large hunting kni...

Montréal… Roadtrip? Oui Oui

A few months ago when searching for a global entry interview spot I quickly realized I was either going to have to go on a trip to be able to do the interview before the trip I had planned to India in July, or not receive global entry (and thus not have pre-check) until a much later date. While my o...