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Make your mark in Montreal
There’s a reason Montreal claims the title of best student city in North America year after year.
A thriving arts and cultural scene, low cost of living, low level of crime, and plentiful job opportunities attract students from all over the world. No matter what their background or creed, newcomers encounter the welcoming, tolerant vibe of a city that embodies joie de vivre and prioritizes a high quality of life. They join a young, diverse population of 1.7 million people who shape the city into a more appealing destination each year.
Montreal has long enjoyed the reputation of being a artistic and culinary hotspot, but it has more recently evolved into a hub for technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and entrepreneurship as well. As the island pulses with the energy of constant growth and change, students have a unique opportunity to change and grow with it.
Mont Royal
Montreal’s largest public park provides nearly 500 acres of green space to exercise, picnic, and enjoy free entertainment. Walk, cycle, blade, or ski to the summit for a skyline view of the city.
Iconic Restaurants
Montreal’s culinary scene lives up to the hype. Head to St. Viateur Bagel for some of the world’s best bagels, Schwartz’s Deli for traditional Montreal smoked meat, and La Banquise for a heaping plate of poutine.
Montreal Canadiens
Also referred to as the "Habs," Montreal’s professional ice hockey team packs large, passionate crowds into the downtown Bell Centre for home games.
Igloofest
Every January, tens of thousands of Montrealers bundle up for an outdoor electronic music festival over four consecutive weekends.
Old Port
Old-world charm meets new-world culture in the streets of the Old Port. Head down to the river to grab a drink at a rooftop bar, ride the Ferris wheel, or catch a performance of Cirque du Soleil.
Lachine Canal
Once a major industrial hub, the Canal is now a haven for recreational boaters, runners, and cyclists along 14.5 kilometres of waterways and trails.
Underground City
The largest underground city network in the world features 32 kilometres of restaurants, shops, metro stations, and entertainment venues to explore.
Place des Arts
Canada’s largest cultural and artistic complex is a mecca for fans of music, theatre, dance, and contemporary art.