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Montreal’s PastMontreal’s Past

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Montreal is a welcoming and cosmopolitan city with a rich history, world renowned museums, and fantastic sights. It is

known throughout the world as one of Canada’s most beautiful cities. Learn more about Montreal’s past to enjoy this great city!

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History of MontrealHistory of Montreal

1535 Jacques Cartier, a French Explorer, discovered Hochelaga, climbed up a hill, christened it Mont Royal

1642 Wealthy Parisians sent De Maisonneuve, Jeanne Mance, and some people to New France (Montreal) to found a colony dedicated to Virgin Mary (Ville Marie). De Maisonneuve returned to France to get more colonists. When he returned, Notre-Dame de Bonsecours was built.

1791 English population in Lower Canada was only 7% but increased to 20% in 1828.

Photo source: www.montrealnow.com/travel&tourism/index.html

1822 There were 15,000 Catholics in Montreal. They began building Notre-Dame de Montreal, designed by a New York architect, James O’ Donnel

1831 50,000 Irish immigrants arrived, brought with them a plague of cholera that killed 10% of Montreal’s population.

1890 Thousands of Jews arrived and settled around boulevard St. Laurent

1920 Montreal became a diverse metropolis as thousands of Jews, French-Canadians, and other immigrants began to flood into the city.

1976 The city hosted the Olympics games.1990 Montreal entered the 90's as a cosmopolitan city -

a leader in the high tech field, still renowned for its art, culture, sport and leisure.

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The Bonsecours Market:

Inaugurated in 1847, the Bonsecours Market is a jewel in Montreal's heritage crown. A symbol of Montreal’s heyday, this building was the city’s main agricultural marketplace for over a century. The market’s main features are boutiques, rental halls, exhibition and special events. Location: 350 Saint-Paul Street East Tel.: (514) 872-7730Web site: www.marchebonsecours.qc.ca

Photo source: www.oldportofmontreal.com/Images/high_res/vpm5.jpg

Old Port of Montreal

Described as the cradle of Montreal, it used to be a major port in North America. In 1976, most of all port operations were moved farther east. Today, the Old Port is a popular site with a 12-month program of events. More than 5 million visitors every year take advantage of the many artistic, cultural, historic, recreational, sports and boating activities. Location: Between St. Lawrence River and the Old Montreal Tel.: (514) 496-PORT (7678)Web site: www.oldportofmontreal.com

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Olympic Stadium

The Olympic Stadium has been the host of spectacular events, starting with the Olympic Games of 1976. It is the home of the Major League baseball team, Montreal Expos. Activities in the Stadium from April to mid October includes professional sports and large-scale entertainment (rock concerts, stunt car shows and large rallies). For the rest of the year, the activities consist mostly of trade shows.Location: Olympic Park 4141 Pierre-de-Coubertin Avenue Montréal, Québec, H1V 3N7 (514) 252-8687 or 1-877-997-0919Web site: www.rio.gouv.qc.ca

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MuseumsMuseumsMontreal Museum of Fine Arts

Founded in 1860 by a group of wealthy Montreal art collectors, Montreal Museum of Fine Arts features many educational activities for everyone: adults, families, teachers, students, community, and social and cultural groups. Location: 1379 Sherbrooke St. West Montreal (Quebec) (514) 285-1600Web site: www.mmfa.qc.ca

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McCord Museum Of Canadian History

Founded in 1921 by David Ross McCord, the McCord Museum conserves, studies, and presents a remarkable collection of objects, archives and historical photographs.The museum helps increase awareness of the social history and material culture of Canada, Quebec and Montreal, from the 18th century to the present.Location: McCord Museum of Canadian History 690 Sherbrooke Street West Montreal (Quebec) H3A 1E9Web site: www.musee-mccord.qc.ca

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Just for Laughs Museum

Founded in 1993, the museum is a special place in recognition of laughs and humour as part of civilization's cultural phenomena. Laughs, humor, and fantasy have their established place in the Just For Laughs Museum, the first museum of its kind in the world.Location: Just For Laughs Museum 2111 Saint Laurent Boul. Montreal (Quebec) H2X 2T5 Box office: (514) 845-4000Web site: www.hahaha.com/index.html

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Restaurants Night Life (Clubs & bar) Shopping

There are many interesting places for There are many interesting places for entertainment in Montreal to discover. Montreal is entertainment in Montreal to discover. Montreal is

well-known for its restaurants, night life, and well-known for its restaurants, night life, and shopping malls.shopping malls.

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RestaurantsRestaurantsMikes Restaurant

1348 Sainte-Catherine Street OuestMontreal, Quebec H3G 1P6Phone: (514) 395-2222

Features:Reservations RecommendedCredit Cards AcceptedInterac AcceptedPrices are very acceptable $(Breakfast, delivery or take out, dining room, & Kids)

Poco Piu (Italien)

4621 St. DenisMontreal, QuebecPhone: (514) 843-8928

Features:Terrace AvailableEntertainmentInterac AcceptedCredit Cards AcceptedReservations RecommendedPrices are between $15 - $30

Lanni (Italien)

3132 Sherbrooke EstMontreal, QuebecPhone: (514) 527-8313

Features:BrunchWheelchair AccessCedit Cards AcceptedPrices are $15 and up

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Night LifeNight Life(Clubs & Bars)(Clubs & Bars)

La SalsathLa Salsathèqueèque

1220 Peel Street1220 Peel StreetMontreal H3B 2T6Montreal H3B 2T6Phone: (514) 875-0016Phone: (514) 875-0016

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Friday and Saturday: $5Friday and Saturday: $5Thursday: spirits and beer for $2 till midnight.Thursday: spirits and beer for $2 till midnight.Features musicFeatures music: Salsa, meringue and bachata classes are : Salsa, meringue and bachata classes are offered Sunday nights.offered Sunday nights.

Le Dôme Le Dôme

32 St Catherine St W32 St Catherine St WMontreal H2X 3V4Montreal H2X 3V4Phone: (514) 875-5757Phone: (514) 875-5757

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Friday and Staurday: 10$Friday and Staurday: 10$Pazouki night on Sunday: $10 - $15 (Greek community)Pazouki night on Sunday: $10 - $15 (Greek community)Features musicFeatures music: Disco & popular dance hits.: Disco & popular dance hits.

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737 1 Place ville-marie Ph2 737 1 Place ville-marie Ph2 Montreal, QuebecMontreal, QuebecPhone: (514) 875-5353Phone: (514) 875-5353

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Friday and Saturday: $10Friday and Saturday: $10Features musicFeatures music: Hip hop, RNB, latin, and arabic: Hip hop, RNB, latin, and arabic

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ShoppingShoppingComplexe Desjardins

150 Sainte CatherineMontreal H5B 1B5Phone: (514) 281-1870

The building's large atrium, surrounded by shops and movie theatres, is very popular during the winter months. A variety of shows are presented in this space, also used for recording television programmes.

Faubourg Ste Catherine

1616 Ste Catherine St West Montreal H3H 2T4 Phone: (514) 939-3663

In business since 1983, its three floors house some 20 food product stores and snack-bars, 21 self-serve restaurants, a travel agency, a photo centre, a cinema and even a computer store. Five kiosks selling various products and several boutiques are also set up.

Eaton Centre

705 Ste Catherine West Montreal H3B 4G5 Phone: (514) 288-3708

This establishment houses 150 diverse boutiques where shoppers can find the latest fashions without having to spend a fortune. It also features some of the city's most popular boutiques, & Co as well as computer, music and video stores.

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Leisure Activities in MontrealLeisure Activities in Montreal

Winter Activities Summer Activities Sporting Events

There are many interesting events in Montreal to discover. You can visit Montreal any time to

discover the different winter and summer activities there is to offer, or come and be a spectator at one

of our sporting events.

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Winter Activities in MontrealWinter Activities in Montreal

Horse Drawn Sleigh RidesBeautiful view of the St. Lawrence, with sleigh bells jingling as you ride! Location : Departing from Jacques-Cartier PierTime: January 2nd to March 4th 2001, Saturdays and SundaysCost: Adults, $7.00, Children under 12 $4.00 Telephone: (514) 496-PORT or 1-800-971-PORTFor additional info: www.vieuxportdemontreal.com

SkatingBeautiful Skating rink at the Bonsecours Basin right in the heart of the Old Port, it is the only outdoor artificial rink in Montreal.Location: Bonsecours Basin in the Old Port of MontrealTime: January to March, 2001Cost: $2.00, skate rental availableTelephone: (514) 496-PORT or 1-800-971-PORTFor additional info: www.vieuxportdemontreal.com

SkiingYou can do some skiing in Montreal, on Mount Royal or in parks like Angrignon and Maisonneuve. There are cross country trails alongside the St. Lawrence and the Lachine Canal. You must have your own skis.Location: Mount Royal, Angrignon and Maisonneuve ParkCost: $10.00 for the dayTelephone: (514) 496-PORT or 1-800-971-PORTFor additional info: www.vieuxportdemontreal.com

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Summer Activities in MontrealSummer Activities in Montreal

Summer Festivals in MontrealMontreal is one of the most entertaining cities in Canada during the summer. Montreal hosts a number of festivals for all ages throughout the summer months. 2 of them are the Montreal International Jazz Festival, and the Just for Laughs Festival.Location: Down town MontrealTime: Jazz Festival in June, Just for Laughs Festival in July (Specific dates undetermined)Cost: Package offered at $65.00, each package includes one ticket to any performance.Telephone: (514) 790-1245 or 1-800-361-4595For additional info: www.admission.com

Vélo AdventureDiscover Montreal! The path is minutes away from some of the most scenic bike paths Montreal has to offer.Location: Convoying PierTime: April to OctoberCost: Free, bicycle and in-line skate rental available (additional charge)Telephone: (514) 847-0666For additional info: www.vieuxportdemontreal.com

Pedal Boat RentalsPedal boats are great outdoor fun on the water for the young and the young at heart. Rent a “tugboat” model and tour the Bonsecours Basin at your own pace. Very enjoyable and very relaxing. Location: Bonsecours BasinTime: May to October, length of time for each ride is 30 minutesCost: $25 to $50Telephone: (514) 847-0666For additional info: www.vieuxportdemontreal.com

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Sporting EventsSporting EventsFootballFootball

Montreal is home to the Montreal Alouettes, part of the CFL. The Alouettes always make football a fantastic game to watch. Come and check out one of their games anytime their playing during the football season. You can visit their web site to find out when their next game is and ticket prices.Location: Montreal Alouettes Football Field

1255 University street Montreal, Quebec

Cost: Ticket prices fairy from game to game Telephone: (514) 871-2266Additional info: www.alouettes.net

HockeyHockeyMontreal is home to the Montreal Canadiens, part of the NHL. The Montreal Canadiens have been around for a long time, Montreal could not be Montreal without the Canadiens. You can visit their web site to find out when their next game is and ticket prices.Location: Molson Center

1260 de la Gauchetière Street WestMontreal, Quebec

Cost: Ticket prices fairy from game to gameTelephone: (514) 989-2841Additional info: www.canadiens.com

BaseballBaseballMontreal is home to the Montreal Expos, part of the Canadian Baseball Federation. It’s always an adventure to watch one of their games at the Olympic Stadium, a huge part of Montreal's history. You can visit their web site to find out when their next game is and ticket prices.

Location: Olympic StadiumPO Box 500. Station MMontreal, Quebec

Cost: Ticket prices fairy from game to gameTelephone: (514) 8GO-EXPOSAdditional info: www.montrealexpos.com

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Montreal is a young and beautiful city to visit any time of the year. Montreal is a huge city and it is a good idea to know your way around the city, find a place to stay and have useful information to make

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LodgingLodgingHôtel Wyndham Montréal

572 rooms, 28 suites. In the heart of downtown Montréal, underground access to the Convention Center, within walking distance of Old Montréal, the Old Port, Place des Arts and Musée d'art contemporain. Location: 1255 Jeanne-Mance Street, P.O. Box 130 Montréal (Québec) H5B 1E5 Telephone: (514) 285-1450 Fax: (514) 285-1243 Toll free: 1-800-361-8234

For additional info: www.wyndham.com/montreal

The Ritz-Carlton, Montréal

229 rooms including 45 suites, newly renovated in a traditional French style. Impeccable and personalized service down to the smallest detail. Walking distance of Old Montréal, the Old Port, Place des Arts and Musée d'art contemporain. Adjacent to the Complexe Desjardins and its 100 shops and boutiques.

Location: 1228 Sherbrooke Street West Montréal (Québec) H3G 1H6

Telephone:(514) 842-4212 Fax: (514) 842-3383 Toll free: 1-800-363-0366

For additional info: www.ritzcarlton.com

Queen Elizabeth (The)

1,062 rooms including 100 suites. Express check-in/out. Pool completely renovated. Direct access to 30 km of underground shopping.Location : 900 René-Lévesque Blvd. West Montréal (Québec) H3B 4A5 Telephone: (514) 861-3511 Fax: (514) 954-2256 Toll free: 1-800-441-1414 For additional info: www.cphotels.ca

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Languages

French is the official language of the Province of Québec. English, the mother tongue of 18 % of the population, is widely spoken.

Population and Size

Montréal is the second largest metropolitan centre in Canada and the largest French-speaking city outside France. Approximately one million seven hundred thousand people live on the island and over three million three hundred thousand in the greater metropolitan area. Montréal has an area of 177 square kilometres; the island of Montréal, 494 square kilometres and the greater metropolitan region, 3,509 square kilometres.

Liquor Laws Beer hails (brasseries) are permitted to serve liquor from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. All other establishments are allowed to serve alcoholic beverages from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. The legal drinking age in Québec is 18. Liquor stores (Société des Alcools) are open weekdays and Saturdays, but closed on holidays. A few selected outlets are open on Sunday. Beer and wine are also sold in convenience and grocery stores.

Visitor Information

Infotouriste Centre Location: 1001 du Square-Dorchester Street Montréal (Québec) H3B 1G2 Telephone: (514) 873-2015 / 1 877 BONJOUR (266-5687) Web site: www.tourism-montreal.org

The best reference for Québec tourist information! Tourism Québec's Infotouriste Centre offers a multitude of free tourist information on Montréal as well as the rest of the Province of Québec including hotel and cabin reservations, guided tours, currency exchange, Internet Café, cruises, travel agencies, bookstore and car rentals. The scope of the facility in terms of services available makes the Infotouriste Centre a North America first.

Open: September 5 to May 31: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; June 1 to September 4: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on December 25 and January 1.