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Ever since the first European settlers, Canada's irresistible natural beauty has attracted people from all over the world. Located on the shore of the St-Lawrence River, Montreal is renowned for its unique combination of a North American way of life and European heritage. Canadians embrace cultural diversity while taking pride in a unique Canadian identity.

montreal at a glance Population of Greater Montreal: 3.6 million Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time Phone: Country code (1) and area code (514 or 438) Currency: Canadian dollars: 1 USD$ = approx. 1.20 CDN$ Credit cards: All major credit cards are widely accepted  (VISA, MasterCard) Taxes: Provincial Sales Tax – TVQ (7,5%) and Federal Goods & Services Tax - TPS (5%) Electricity: 110 volts, alternative current  Public Transportation: Safe, reliable and inexpensive subway/bus transit network Gratuity: A tip of 15% is expected for services (taxi drivers, waiters)

Being North America's largest bilingual city, Montreal is a perfect example of Canadian diversity. International students really enjoy Montreal's cosmopolitan atmosphere, which offers a unique learning environment. Students are inspired to find that most Montrealers speak at least two languages! You can study and practice both English and French while taking a stroll through the cobblestone streets of the “Old Montreal” or simply feast your eyes on its architechtural delights. Montreal (Quebec), CANADA Montreal exudes a warm, vibrant ambiance, which will charm the most demanding visitor. Whether you are interested in arts, architecture, nightlife, nature or sports, Montreal holds something for everyone! And while Montreal is Canada's second largest metropolis, it remains the most affordable of Canada's three major cities.

" It was a growing experience. Together, we shared our cultures and lives. We learned more than a second language at ALI " Taira Ebihara Japan

Montreal : City of Festivals and Events! MUTEK Electronic Music festival End-May to early June www.mutek.ca Formula 1 Grand Prix of Canada Mid-June www.grandprix.ca International Montreal Jazz Festival End-June to early-July www.montrealjazzfest.com Montreal “Just for laughs” Festival Mid-July www.hahaha.com Fantasia Film Festival Mid-July www.fantasiafest.com Tennis Maters Series Montreal Early to mid-August www.tenniscanada.com World Film Festival of Montreal End-August to early-September www.ffm-montreal.org Montreal Canadians Hockey Team October to April canadiens.com Quebec Winter Carnaval Early to mid-February carnaval.qc.ca Mont Tremblant Ski Report December to April www.tremblant.ca Made in Montreal -- www.madeinmtl.com

There's so much to do! Join a sport's team at one of Montreal's many indoor and outdoor sports facilities. Looking for adventure? Embark on a rafting excursion from the “Old Port”! For nature lovers, Mont Royal Park is only a short ride from the city centre. And Montreal's museums, art galleries, theatres and cinemas will satisfy any culture seeker!

After dark, the city lights up with numerous cafés, bars, and clubs that have built Montreal's international reputation as a North American hot spot for music and nightlife! Discover the world through one of Montreal's thousands of international restaurants or by attending one of its numerous events... No wonder Montreal is known as the city of festivals!

 

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