Aside from our famous bagels and poutine, Montreal is best known for hosting the World's Fair in 1967, followed by the first Olympics ever held in Canada during the summer of 1976; for Mount Royal Park (affectionately known by locals as "the mountain"), designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (the same man responsible for ...

In 2021, French was the first language spoken by over 71 percent of the population of Montréal, Québec in Canada. 20.4 percent of the city's residents had English as their first language, 6.7 percent used both English and French as their primary language, and 1.6 percent of the population spoke another language.

Montreal housing prices are 20-40% lower than other large Canadian cities, and because it has compact, walkable neighborhoods with good public transit, residents can minimize their transportation costs. This makes Montreal very affordable, inclusive and livable, and minimizes homelessness.

The best time of year to visit Montreal is April and May and September to November. During these months, the weather is pleasant, and hotels usually have good availability. In winter, the heated passageways of the Underground City give respite from the cold weather and allow you to explore without stepping outdoors.