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Inside Background
Culture 
On October 2, 1535, the French navigator Jacques Cartier went up to the...
Last edited: June 06, 2008
Health & Safety 
In Montreal, the possibilities and probabilities of getting, robbed, mugged...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
History 
When the French traveller Jacques Cartier arrived at the small village near the...
Last edited: December 20, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Check out the official tourism site at:  www.tourism-montr...  The main tourist...
Last edited: January 04, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Montreal is a great city in all 4 seasons (yes, there are actually all four...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Introduction 
The joie de vivre is palpable and contagious in this vibrant, culturally...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most people flying to Montreal will arrive at the Montreal-Pierre Elliott...
Last edited: September 24, 2008
Getting Around 
Car rentals are widely available in Montreal, but unless you're heading...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Public Transportation 
Montreal is well covered by its subway system, the Metro . There are 65...
Last edited: May 02, 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis are not all yellow, so look for the taxi light on top of any ordinary...
Last edited: November 23, 2008
Montreal Churches 
Chapelle Notre Dame de Bonsecours (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel) and...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Parking in Downtown Montreal 
Car parking questions keep cropping up every now and then, so here are a few...
Last edited: July 14, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
From October 1st to October 5th 2008, DOC. THEATRE and Pop Montréal present...
Last edited: September 15, 2008
Family Travel 
Montreal is a family-friendly town and there are lots of things to see and do...
Last edited: August 13, 2006
First-time Visitors 
Montréal, a charming and unique North American town, is one of those cities in...
Last edited: December 01, 2008
Nightlife 
Montreal is world famous for its nightlife, and offers the full range of...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Known as the city of 100 church bells, Montreal’s streets are filled with...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Shopping 
Montreal is a shopper’s paradise. From the chic to the unique, Montreal has...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Montréal’s Old Port is a 2.5 km (1.5 mile) long recreational park perfect for...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
A Perfect Sunday In The Park 
If your idea of really getting to know a city goes beyond visiting museums...
Last edited: November 19, 2008
Historic Churches, Synagogues 
Chapelle Notre Dame de Bonsecours (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel) and...
Last edited: November 27, 2008
Scenic Views 
There are two very good scenic views: 1. Mont Royal - South View from the...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Montreal restaurants......one thing is for sure, Montreal does not lack...
Last edited: March 07, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Here are a couple of inexpensive places to grab a bite: El Zaziummm (Mexican...
Last edited: November 13, 2008
Late-night Dining 
One thing to know about Montreal is the the city lives and dies by its...
Last edited: May 19, 2008
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Inside Canada: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Coins/Notes  Canada has both paper money and coins.  There are currently six...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Crossing the border is usually quick and painless, but these days many...
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Emergencies 
 In case of all fire, police or medical emergencies, call 911 to contact help...
Last edited: May 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
French and English are the official languages of Canada and are most commonly...
Last edited: September 24, 2008
Telephones 
Telephones in Canada work exactly like telephones in the USA, and similarly to...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Gratuities are seldom included in Canadian restaurants.  It is...
Last edited: September 10, 2008
Canadian Cuisine 
Canada is a country of immigrants. With the exception of the Aboriginal...
Last edited: May 29, 2007
DWI or DUI - Driving convictions 
Thinking about traveling to Canada? You'd better reconsider if you have been...
Last edited: October 08, 2008
Electricity 
Canada's electrical supply and electrical outlets (sockets, wall plugs) are the...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Enter from USA by Land/Sea: No Passport 
Currently (October 9, 2007), if you are traveling to Canada from the United...
Last edited: December 02, 2007
Fuel Prices 
In Canada the price of gasoline (petrol) is expressed in Canadian dollars per...
Last edited: August 21, 2008
Holidays in Canada 
Canada's Statutory Holidays  While there are a number of holidays in Canada...
Last edited: December 01, 2008
Metric System 
Canada officially uses the metric system of measurement.  Online Conversion...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
Rental Cars 
The following car rental companies have locations at most major airports: Alamo...
Last edited: April 28, 2008
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% (lowered from 7% to 6% on...
Last edited: August 11, 2008
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