Americans Crushing Hard On Montreal

With an endless array of iconic landmarks, gorgeous historic architecture, kind people, great food and lively vibrant streets, Montreal is known to seduce visitors quickly (especially Americans), and holds a special place in many peoples hearts.
Cover photo by Francis Le Marquand
If you would like to help support our channel, donate here :)
www.paypal.com...
If you liked the video, make sure to check out the KZbinrs featured and their videos:
Jay Leno’s Garage: • 1971 Alfa Romeo Montre...
Martin Gros: • Aerial Space - Montrea...
Urban Cycling Institute: • Montreal is a North Am...
Let’s Walk!: / @letswalk08
Two and a Ute: / @twoandaute
Abroad with the Burrells: • Montreal: Summer Madne...
Annietime Anniewhere: • 5 DAYS IN MONTREAL 🇨🇦 ...
Oh The Urbanity!: / @ohtheurbanity
Francis X Theresa: • Montreal Canada: Summe...
Be My Companion: / @bemycompanion3627
Sam and Victor: • ep02. eating and shopp...
Katy Travels: / @katytravels
Lingua Café
Aarongh.vlogs: • MONTREAL BAGELS ANY GO...
MrRacingmonster
Kasheeeh Tamanaa: • WEEKEND AT OLD PORT | ...
Oliver Priemer: www.youtube.co...
Vertigoh (Kai) Vision: / @kaivertigoh
Nancy Sithole
Andrew Fuentes: • MONTREAL MINI VLOG
Gr4m: • Finding peace in Montreal
aDigitalNomad.net: • Montreal, Canada DownT...
9 to 5 Drone: • Montreal 4K Drone Foot...
More Travels with Drew Binsky: • How French is Montréal?
My Travel Project: / @mytravelproject
Austin Heath: • Visiting Montreal with...
ActionKid: www.youtube.co...
Even Odds: • Things To Do In Montre...
Nick and Mitch: • We Went to Ubi Montrea...
The David Neyts Show: • TOURING THE BEST PLACE...
Mathieu Charrois Aerial Production: / @mathieucharroisaerial...
Paige Saunders: / @paigemtl
Pixielocks: • Return of Pixie Travel...
Jennifer Neville: • 3 Days in Montreal- Tr...
Passports and Pineapples: • Not enough time or "Ti...
CinemaDemocratica: • Montreal Travel Docume...
heyitsjesschan: / @heyitsjesschan
Komalleee: • Video
Jennifer Heyside: / @jenniferheyside
Shonnah: • TRAVEL VLOG: MONTREAL
Chasing the Moment: / @chasingthemoment4037
Firm Kongthong: • solo trip x marzieh in...
Wolters World: • Montreal - The Don'ts ...
Nader Nadernejad: • Pros and Cons of Livin...
Montreal Hub: / @montrealhub
Kaitlin Curtis: • 4 friends spent 2 days...
Kevin Story: • Drive With Us From New...
Emil S.: / @sheveleve
Venture Media: / @venturemediaphotos
Frenchies BMX: • BMX AT THE VANS BOWL
Sebastien Petit: • SKATEBOARD RANCH Ep:6 ...
Hey Eunice
Alexandra Olesen: / @alexandraolesen
PongLangYan: / @ponglangyan1
Ricardo Pierre Louis: / @rpierrelouis071
Christie in the City: • 12 TIPS FOR MONTREAL |...
Cascee: • MONTREAL - Where to st...
Philipp Klein: / @philippklein3080
Elena Walks: / @elenawalks
Kenzie Brenna: / @itskenziebrenna
Unintentionally Frenchified: / @unintentionallyfrench...
Raunaq Hoque: • ROAD TRIP: Montreal
Maxime Silberling
Attaché: • Montreal Travel Guide
CivilianSatellite: • The Biosphère and Old ...
Hippe
Max Hudock: • What happened to them ...
Song: Waesto - Sunset Fruits
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: • Waesto - Sunset Fruits...
Song: Niya - A Commitment
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: • Niya - A Commitment (V...
Song: Waesto - Home
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: • Waesto - Home (Vlog No...
End Screen Music:
Song: Ikson - Alive (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: • Ikson - Alive (Vlog No...
DISCOVER MONTRÉAL:
KZbin Channel: / discovermontreal
Facebook: / discovermtl
TWITTER: / discovermtl
EMAIL: [e-mail]
INSTAGRAM: / krizgeorge

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Not everyone in this video is American (like 90%), but I'm sure you get the point!

[@ciaxyzxyz4897]

I’m new here in Montreal; still exploring this beautiful city and I’m not an American; I’m from hk

[@Cassxowary]

no because you said americans… and montreal is in america too.

[@Cassxowary]

@@ciaxyzxyz4897 don’t get attached because you might be sent back for not being francophone, stay safe and don’t let those in power bring you down for not being a francophone! keep your english! good luck! and please start to be kind to all kind, you can do that easily here (: plenty of good food and products that aren’t from fellow animals.

[@TheHeat55]

Thank you! Thank you ! Merci beaucoup for putting up this video. It makes me more proud of my city and increases my appreciation of it.

[@Swiss2025]

Why english Canada is always talking about the ranking cities by population when it comes to name a city in Canada ? No other country in the world does that . Montreal is a unique world class city of 400 years old , historical, architectural ,cultural , built on an island 10 times the size of Manhattan with a central park, the only UNESCO city of design and creative in Canada .# 1 most sustainable city in the world and the greenest in Canada ( largest urban parks and greenhouse rooftops urban farms) . The only big city in Canada where people speak both offical langages of Canada and many more . A city is defined by its culture, architecture, quality of life , safety, sustainability , green space, creativity etc . There is no other city in North america like Montréal , the best city in Canada and the only one with a soul , a sense of community and alive .

[@act318]

Pros of Montréal: - East coast city with European twist - Multiculturalism - Food from everywhere around the world - Warm people - Vibrant nightlife - City of festivals during summer - Beautiful people Cons: - Long winters and very cold - Roads are demolished and can tear your wheels apart - Roads are blocked and lots of detours - Taxes are very high (only for residents) Source: Resident all my life :)

[@iamanisland]

I lived in 4 years in Montreal. I would take a bus, ride the metro, ride a bike, take a walk and only use the car when going out of town.

[@SunridgePictures]

I just finished a two day trip to Montreal, I would defiantly come back. It was below zero and still people were out and about. Really like the active nature of the place. Restaurants are through the roof. As a US citizen, my advice to Canadians is to not let Trump get to you. Hold fast to your values, you are beautiful people, keep caring about people and humanity. There are many of us in the USA who consider you our brothers and sisters. Peace

[@TheHeat55]

Thank you for that Jay. I was born in Montreal and have spent 69 years in or around it. You make me appreciate it even more.

[@andre_p]

Wow, just wow ! Great video. Born in Mtl 67 years ago, old enough to have made countless visits to the Expo 67 grounds (beautiful US pavilion), I left for the subs and other places in adulthood, now living just north of the city. My son lives in Mtl (very close to Wellington street, Verdun - ‘the coolest street in NA’). We went to the movies last week and met in downtown Peel station. On my way there and back by metro I was looking at the people on the train, embarking and leaving each station and I swear that, even underground, I could feel the vibe of the communities we were going through, the Quartier des spectacles (Mtl’s Broadway) to the Plateau, Petit Maghreb, Little Italy, etc). Communities from many different backgrounds converge to the metro, everybody enjoying a smooth, relaxing ride and going to their place of choice for fun: the Old Port, Old Montreal, the Quartier des spectacles, the Gay Village, the pedestrian Ste-Catherine street and its endless offer of fancy boutiques, down to incredible food courts where Michelin star chefs establish no-nonsense, sensibly priced upper échelon menus (no waiting lines !!!). Every outing in Montreal becomes an event !

[@deanl0]

Not so much talk about the winter because in reality it never ends..

[@DiscoverMontréal]

We have multiple videos on our channel that exclusively deal with winter. This video was made with summer on the horizon, when the majority of tourists visit the city.

[@DANNY40379]

Go underground. Montreal has the largest underground city in the world, it's not even close.

[@CharlieND]

0:34 "the only French speaking place in North America" So I guess Martinique, Guadeloupe, Saint Martin, and St Pierre and Miquelon don't exist? Ignorance aside though, the food scene and the architecture in the city are amazing. Definitely the type of place people should experience at least once in their lives.

[@bsharporbflat8378]

Continental america…

[@OCON.]

MAN THIS CITY IS BOMB! The issue here: the mayor, the Vice president of Quebec and the mafia also the (immigration)

[@NormanLor]

WE'RE SO PROUD OF THIS GREAT CITY WITH GREAT FESTIVALS, FOOD AND PLACES TO SEE. LUCKILY I LIVE ON 0NE STREET FROM OUR BOARDWALK WHICH GOES FOR MILES RIGHT ON THAT ST. LAWERENCE!!

[@yodorob]

If there were a Jewish version of this video, that video would show the ways that my own Montreal is quite unique among North American Jewish communities, as seen in the eyes of Jewish visitors to Montreal. Just a few things out of many - it's home to the only truly indigenous variants of bagels and smoked meat in North America outside of New York, its Jewish community as a whole is more on the traditional side (even if secular), and it boasts some suburban neighbourhoods (including my own Cote St. Luc) that are majority Jewish to this day.

[@abundancepositive]

Keep up the great work 👍

[@peterkossits4794]

These videos are great for my soul and always make me feel so happy to be here.

[@02bher1]

I was born and raised in Montreal; and speak both languages. I now live in the Outaouais( between Montreal & Ottawa ) but my heart remembers my days and nights in Montreal.

[@1Yh8HH]

Montréal Québec to be exact

[@johnvermette9466]

I still remember the summer of 2000: I was with a couple of friends on Place Jacques-Cartier in Old Montreal, having a drink and talking, when a newlywed couple were sitting at the table beside us, and they were saying how much they loved the city, it's eclectic architecture and the people! They were talking about wanting to live here! When we asked them where they were from, they told us they were from New-Hampshire! We talked for a while, and they asked us to help them visit the city a bit more! I personally spent the next 2 days taking them to all my favorite spots in town. We kept in touch, and they actually moved to Montreal about 6 years ago.They still love it, and they've learned french as well! Thank you Chris for helping spread the word about this magnificent city that is Montreal!

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Beautiful story! I love that! Thank you John❤️

[@johnvermette9466]

@@DiscoverMontréal thank you so much Chris! It is a true story, and they're always inviting me for drinks, every time I go to Montreal! I really like them!

[@JonInCanada1]

I love seeing my hometown get this kind of recognition, truly a gem of the North American Continent.

[@SchnuffiJames]

Thank you for visiting Canada glad you had fun. As a home sick Canadian living abroad thanks. Come back.

[@dubongros3108]

This video is so positive it reminds me of a WKRP in Cincinati episode where everyone was overly positive about Herb Tarlick

[@richardmtl]

This is the summer of Montreal. The winter is the exact opposite. Spent my life here and I love my city.

[@pshores]

This is a really great video, I've lived in Montreal all my life. I didn't see one flake of snow in this video though lol, says a lot. But yeah, in the spring/summer/fall, Montreal is unbeatable I truly love it and never get tired of it

[@oliviercyr643]

Montréal l'été c'est surement la meilleure place en amérique du nord, mais montréal l'hiver c'est vraiment plus compliqué

[@word67]

I'm American. I'm 74 now and fell in love with Montreal while living in Vermont in the 1980's. Years passed but in 2017 I started visiting again. I'm a musician and despite the inconvenience -- decided to record in Montreal 300 miles from my home in New Hampshire. Couldn't have made a better "crazy" decision. Then covid hit, but this year I'm back. I qualified for a performers license to play on the the Streets in downtown Montreal ( Ville Marie). I've wanted to participate in this City for all the reasons in your video. Last week I played -- and will return as often as I can during the Summer and Fall. Another "crazy" idea that makes perfect sense.

[@1998bikeguy]

I'm going in May. What a great video! It captures Montreal's spirit.

[@mkraulis]

Good job on the video. Do you have a new French one in the works? I also enjoy those. Not sure if you have enough material ( video clip-wise ) but you might want to try a video on the "vibe" of Montreal. The way the city can make you feel alive just by being present.

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Thanks! I constantly catalogue footage into subjects, hopefully I’ll be able to make another French one soon and a specific one on the vibe! I’m slowly working on one about Montreal’s quirkiness 🤪

[@audiogabby9808]

Montreal is the best kept secret in the Americas. I spend my summers in Montreal and i live in Orlando, Fl.

[@41italia]

as a Montrealer i can only imagine how hot Florida is in the summer. The humidity is quite high here as well but it must feel good to be here in the summer.

[@Cassxowary]

best as in the worst in canada and I can tell you’re a tourist and don’t live in this shithole

[@Cassxowary]

@@41italiabut at least they don’t force them to be francophones

[@41italia]

@@Cassxowary 🤔🤔 I don’t know of anybody here who is forced to be francophone, a lot of people here don’t even speak French or English, so I have no idea where this came from, it’s misinformation.

[@watermuz1]

I, too, live in Orlando and Montreal is my soul city. I love discovering neighborhoods and meeting new friends🌞

[@wavelength7503]

"Montreal Montreal that's my home town". But I live in Ottawa, lol 😂

[@normlor]

I BELIEVE WE'RE THE LUCKIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH LIVING HERE AND WITH GREAT FOOD AND FESTIVALS, UNBEATABLE. POUTINE, MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT AND BEGALS JUST TO NAME A FEW!!

[@johnvermette9466]

For all my American friends who are planning to visit Montreal this summer, please make sure to experience the "Tam Tam du Mont-Royal" Wich takes place every Sunday afternoon at the feet of the angel statue, very close to Jeanne-Mance Park at the Mont-Royal! It's a bunch of people playing hand-held drums, bongos, Djembé and other sorts of percussion instruments, and vibing off of each other! It's unbelievably beautiful! It's great for the whole family!

[@POVmauritius]

People in Montreal know how to party.

[@1981Frederick]

I love living in montreal. But for américain i guess montreal is a must visit city in summer, but I think most dont have what it take to spent the winter

[@mottahead6464]

It's easy to criticize Montreal for its problems....... and it's also very easy to praise Montreal for being this amazing city in North America. It's a city with a clear European flavour to it and also a place where art is taken very seriously. During summer....surely one of the best destination for visitors. Its problems? The usual : residents complain of rising prices/cost of living, traffic can frequently be a mess mostly due to street or sidewalk repair. A great place to visit. Not that great a place to live in. Peace.

[@margueriteguineheux8139]

Nailed it!

[@Diya6587]

I currently live in Pennsylvania and I cannot wait for this video to be released. The videos you release lure me into visiting the great city of Montreal. For me, Montreal is a must go. Once I visit Montreal, a piece of my heart will be there.

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Just beautiful Diya, I'm so excited for your first visit, please let me know how it is!

[@tertur2957]

Just think, with the $ exchange rate all of Canada is on a 30% discount for you Americans. Please visit we always enjoy your company.

[@jejeroy]

3 things as food is the things that does get all humans togethers if you come in Montréal 3 food activity you need to go at the Continental Buffet in Brossard than another day you need to try the the Dave & Dan Poutine and another day you need to buy a box of Mr Puff and as the temptation will be too strong its possible that you might return there twice during your trip

[@FunkyChild718]

You'll like it. Feels very similar to Philly, just the French version of it.

[@Diya6587]

​@@FunkyChild718 Looking forward to it.

[@rexyasis5645]

Montréal aka the city of orange cones 😂

[@Mittsy]

What about the French language ?

[@jeanbolduc5818]

Montreal is the 3rd largest aerospace center in the world after Toulouse ( France) and Seatle ( USA), one of the largest ecosystems for life sciences and health tech in all of North America, Some of the areas where Montréal has established world-renowned expertise include oncology, infectious diseases, neuroscience and mental health, regenerative medicine for rare diseases, precision medicine, Montreal has been named one of the most intelligent communities in the world by the Intelligent Community Forum. Montreal subway (metro) has WIFI but Toronto has no WiFi Montreal is a leader in sustainable development, with over 500 green roofs and the largest urban park in Canada.

[@richardmtl]

Don't forget our enormous bike path domain

[@sylvainlafreniere]

Was this with subsidy of damn AirBnB? I might have to quit my city because of this kind of promo

[@TheTroyc1982]

Most of these aren't from American though, most are From Canadians and European.

[@kermit639]

And then there’s winter 🥶 ❄️

[@41italia]

winter hasn't been too bad lately. the winters of the 90's and early 00's were much worse.

[@victorjr9341]

2nd city? yeah, the first one is Québec, et je suis Montréalais, de naissance

[@robertpearson8798]

I can't help but notice that all of this is shot in relatively warm weather.

[@DiscoverMontréal]

You should check out our winter video then: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoqYk4p4nrhkq9E

[@victorjr9341]

Montréal is hot and humid from around april to october, actually it's way too hot, over 40 degrees

[@robertpearson8798]

@@victorjr9341 I’m from Hamilton so I can relate, though our winters are generally less snowy.

[@victorjr9341]

@@robertpearson8798 Depends on wich winter but we don't really mind snow, the mountains are full of snow, we can ski and stuff right here on Mont-Royal and around the city, a few mountains out of the island. ect. Ice storm, worst shit.

[@robertpearson8798]

@@victorjr9341 And you’ve never called out the army to help shovel it😉

[@westcanfolk]

Check us out in the video @7:21

[@FunkyChild718]

Montreal is one of a kind. Very old city with old world meets new world charm. It reminds me of Philly meets Lyon. It has the grittiness, east coast American vibe, charming mom and pop shops, colonial architecture, graffiti and murals, food centric, blue collar diner culture like Philly but with the old sculptures, churches and buildings, island layout and French language and culture of Lyon. Just that alone is a crazy mix that you can't find elsewhere on earth.

[@antonboludo8886]

French Language, yes. Culture of Lyon, not at all.

[@FunkyChild718]

@@antonboludo8886 Just in terms of French language, Lyon being the gastronomy capital of France just like Montreal is the gastronomy capital of Canada with the highest number of restaurants. My point being it's more similar to Lyon than Paris, just like it's more similar to Philly than NYC culturally. Doesn't have the biggest city arrogance, more laid back culture.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@FunkyChild718 Yes, I would agree on this count. I am from Montréal and I have been to Lyon.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@FunkyChild718 They often say that Montréal or Lyon are the cities with the highest number of native French-speakers after Paris. Maybe Brazzaville or Kinshasa have a higher number of French speakers than Montréal, but people there speak French as a second language. Things change. I might be wrong about this.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@PocketAmbience I am from Montreal. I spent a few months in Australia. I loved it. Very expensive. If I could I would move there.

[@AlanSamuel]

Did you notice, not 1 scene in this video shows the snow or the dirty slush on the streets in the winter time, the pitiful condition of the roads, with bumps and the potholes everywhere, the desert streets downtown on a saturday night in january or february ... The rest of it is all true

[@user-mrfrog]

Par contre, en décembre, avec les décorations de Noël et les premières neiges, Montréal est magique! Je suis d'accord, rendu à la fin de l'hiver (février et mars), Montréal est moins intéressant !

[@jana.200]

I live in Québec in Sherbooke precisly) and I love this city, even if a lot of Québecois don't like it, mostly because of the trafic and all the things we heard from it in the media (which... is knida normal, more people = more weird thigns), after my studies, I want to move there, every break that I have, I spent at least a day there just enjoying the city, with no real plan exept walking. I really love it. Also, I love the metro, I don't really know why, in my town, we only have basic transport (only busses), but seeing Montréal that have a subway system, busses, train, ferry, it just makes me want to move there even more !

[@mwrench4185]

Hopefully once they live here they don't try and turn the place into the US... You see this stuff all the time.

[@Neville60001]

@M Wrench, what makes you think that they will do so?

[@patrice5976]

@@Neville60001have you been to Montreal? With all the people from English Canada moving there and “I’m in Canada, so I speak English” attitude is drastically changing the city, and turning it into another Anglo-Saxon City. Canada is hell bent in wiping out the French Canadian element. Hell bent

[@kallyfest]

I just find it a pity that they don't mention at all ''The village'' which was ten years ago one of the popular destinations in North America for the friendly gay destination, unfortunately the town hall of Montreal gave up and let it wither until it became a ghost place where almost all the bars, restaurants and businesses are closed, what a shame on the part of Montreal organisation

[@PotatoToon]

Montreal is this top secret perfect city that most Americans wish would exist. USA has so many car-centric and parking infested cities, and then they come to Montreal and it's everything that American cities are not.

[@TalwinderDhillonTravels]

Montreal has like 5 miles of city centre that’s okay, but other than that it’s just another North American city. Not as bad as America probably but It is car centric enough

[@PotatoToon]

@Talwinder Dhillon it's far more green and walkable than any other big city in NA as far as I'm aware of.

[@TalwinderDhillonTravels]

@@PotatoToon obviously I’m not comparing it to any American city 👍🏻

[@antonboludo8886]

I hear Montréal is the Paris of The North!

[@paulthomas281]

@antonboludo8886 Saying Montreal is the Paris of Canada/North America is like saying Brussels is "the Paris" of Belgium. It's ridiculous. Putting Montreal and Paris in the same sentence is like putting Boston or Vancouver in the same sentence as New York City.. utterly meaningless.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@paulthomas281 I fully agree. I was being sarcastic. I am from Montreal, BTW, and have been to all of these cities 😀.

[@paulthomas281]

@@antonboludo8886 Haha. I didn't mean to criticise you. Cheers.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@paulthomas281 One funny thing is that not only are Paris and Montreal totally different, Paris is actually located at a more northern latitude than Montreal is! Montreal is like Bordeaux in Southern France. Toronto is actually closer to the Equator than it is to the North Pole. Canada is not even a Nordic country. Neither is Russia. Lots of people here think that because of the long harsh winter, that we are a Nordic culture who live in a Nordic climate. Most Canadians I know actually dislike winter. They endure it and spend it waiting for spring, instead of enjoying it like the Nordic people do. Granted that their winters are much milder, even though they live at much higher latitudes. They have very long summer days and very long winter nights. Their winters are milder but their summers are cool, not really warm.

[@antonboludo8886]

We are on the colder side of the Gulf Stream.@@fbabarbe430

[@gearbox1858]

Winter…yeah not so much

[@DB_Concept_art]

Very proud to live here 🇨🇦 Very nice video , thanks. I'm glad to see so many people love this city from the outside

[@POVmauritius]

It is so colorful

[@jejeroy]

The best poutine is outside Montréal in a little farm village called Saint-liboire the potatoes are fresh from the farms field in a little exterior restaurant called Cantine Dave & Dan peoples are literally waiting in line outside just to get that poutine that was quite surprising to see that but food is the thing that get us all together we all love food we love to have to some good time around a good meal but there some little pleasure if you want a good ice cream i mean next level ice cream you need to go at Chocolate favorite they make a special ice cream with all sorts of chocolats you can put some salted caramel chocolat on top of the ice cream and the chocolate will harden or you need to go at the Continental buffet at Brossard it's like the food paradise there is all the food you can imagine there i have been 5 times and couldn't try it all even if i select different food each time there is grill greek food there is all the best food from every continent chinesse food italien arabic french but if you come in Quebec you have to take a box of minimum 30 Mr Puff some American will think that it must be little some donuts as it look like some donuts but once you taste a Mr Puff you aint gonna go back you will forget everything all your trouble will be gonne during that 15-20mins that you eat those little puff with caramel salted sauce on top of it

[@iamanisland]

No doubt that that poutine in St-Liboire was very good but dude, Quebec is huge and there isn’t a single village or town that doesn’t have it so the odds of it being the best poutine outside Montreal are pretty slim.

[@mariamironova3095]

This video reminds me how lucky I am to live here (moved here from suburbs of Toronto 3 years ago). So much soul in this city🤗

[@snowdawn]

I always think that our city of Montreal is one of the best in Canada and it really is. If someone ask me what is in Montreal, I would recommend them visiting our lovely city all the time and for them to find out. :)

[@redMaple_QC]

If you move here, learn French ;-)

[@mileitman]

If someone is "Med-P" (at 5:05) they are from Quebec. Definitely not American!

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Yes as the pinned comment states, although 90% of those featured are American, a few Canadians slipped in as well 🙃 That girl is actually Canadian from elsewhere and studying at McGill.

[@Kiera_Jackson74]

One word:. Winter ❄️🥶

[@blackfly1955]

Leave Verdun alone. ;)

[@Cassxowary]

yes because they’re visiting not forced to be here. the grass is greener on the other side…

[@mileitman]

Oh the Urbanity is a Canadian KZbin channel

[@Matpatnik-inc]

Montreal is so colorful 🤔 with all the constructions signs and orange cones 😂

[@TalwinderDhillonTravels]

So many of these people aren’t really Americans 😂 Oh the urbanity couple for starters

[@DiscoverMontréal]

I guess you didn’t see the pinned comment. 90% are Americans, there’s only a few Canucks that slipped in.

[@cheyennebaptiste9237]

As a Montréal native, this video makes me proud and homesick at the same time! What a beautiful city! I cannot explain it to people who haven’t been.. you just have to see it for yourself. ❤️❤️

[@maryrafuse3851]

Another fascinating Canadian city to watch is not on the radar of most Canadians. Even with the nasty and slanted coverage from W5 Sydney Cape Breton is coming under the influence of young people from the Indian Subcontinent, Southern Asia. I fully expect these young people will rebuild Sydney Cape Breton within the next fifty years, and this new city will be very exciting and special. It will, I believe, have a dynamic and pulse that will catch 99% of old stock Canadians by surprise. This is an area to look out for. As for housing much new housing must be built but young students have also made many friends. Students, the ones not shown on TV, have been welcomed by locals. Some are living in good housing, the area just needs so much more high density housing. So much more investment in all kinds of infrastructure.

[@FalconsEye58094]

I know I did too

[@haikuboxer]

Beautiful video. So happy to be a Montrealer.

[@delveva]

i live here and I was like ....WHERE IS THAT ???? I HAVE TO GO THERE!!!! Great short !

[@crankybastid2197]

You forgot to mention the worlds most winning hockey team and it's hockey / sport culture. I live in soulless Toronto, what a dump. I love everything about Montreal, my daughter lives and schools there and I am so jealous. lol

[@soniab8109]

Montreal is truly the best 💯

[@merc340sr]

Wow! This video is going a little overboard. Montreal is nice in the summer but try it in winter. You might be very disappointed. Montreal also has big city problems just like any other big city: homlessness, panhandlers, unemployment, poverty, crime, crumbling roads, potholes, traffic congestion, high taxes, etc. etc. etc. I lived there for 28 years. After 28 years, I had had enough and moved away.

[@ChrisTheAppleOne]

Out of curiosity, what city did you move to?

[@merc340sr]

@@ChrisTheAppleOne Ottawa. Makes life much less stressful. Fewer problems than in Montreal. I am originally from a rural background.

[@michaelboyle570]

Born and raised in Montreal, and just like a salmon I’m wanting to retourner au lieu de ma naissance

[@sebsun]

Greatest city in the world!

[@Neville60001]

*_One_* of the greatest cities in the world, yes.

[@JeSuisHulk]

Montreal is in a terrible state right now. city NEVER been this dirty.

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Every spring, this comment pops up. Every year like clockwork 😂

[@JeSuisHulk]

@@DiscoverMontréal Do you live Downtown? the cleanup supposedly started a month ago and the little rocks from winter are still not being cleaned its so bad that some residents started cleaning the side walks themselves....even the leaf's from last year are still on the ground lol since covid it has been horrible litter everywhere. i can record a 10 second story and you will see literally garbage all over. it was not like this before COVID city was actually clean i travelled to 38 countries Montreal is DIRTY

[@xhorxheetxeberria-td1hu]

These people haven't been to New Orleans obviously or Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

[@shianova]

I hope that you are aware of where New Orleans roots come from

[@xhorxheetxeberria-td1hu]

@Daxter606 If you analyze the video these people say that Montreal is the only European looking city in North America. Obviously they haven't been to New Orleans, Santa Fe or Albuquerque. Which have architecture from France and Spain. Because I'm sure you don't know that the French Quarter has zero French Architecture. It was completely built by the Spanish after the great fire of 1794. So it matters little if it was French like Montreal or not. What matters is the architecture is French and Spanish both of which are European nations. So obviously my making comments like that those people HAVEN'T been to these other places. 👍👍👍

[@xhorxheetxeberria-td1hu]

@@shianova Spain 🇪🇸 and France. 🇫🇷

[@shianova]

@@xhorxheetxeberria-td1hu I agree with you for the architecture, some US cities also have European architecture. NOLA was founded by Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne who was born in Montréal and NOLA is the closest thing in the US to resemble the old port of Montreal so you are correct in saying that New Orleans is a good conparison

[@VahanPanikian]

I am surprised when people are surprised that we go out every day of the week. Yeah, what's the big deal?

[@maryrafuse3851]

Montreal was referred to as the darling of the Dominion in days gone by. It's buildings reflect wealth both now and years ago. I love Montreal but feel the need to comment that other Canadian cities also have a great vibe. Perhaps Montreal's gift to Canada is infectious vibe. Halifax is coming up fast, a poorer city than Montreal for many generations, Halifax is now on the move and now benefits from much more investment than previously. Halifax has a wonderful student vibe from its five universities and Nova Scotia's excellent community college system. What I would say to visitors is that Montreal is a must see, but so are other Canadian cities. Toronto, in my experience is cool, but it is not effervescent like Montreal. It does not bubble over into the streets. The Halifax waterfront pre Covid 19 was very bubbly. East Coast cities like Halifax, Charlottetown, Moncton, St. John & St. John's will amaze even more with bold investment and immigration. Canada has learned how to benefit from multiculturalism rather than fight the influx of new and interesting peoples. Canada for the most part celebrates and adopts from the best of culture and food. Look for this to lift up other Canadian cities in the future. Toronto suffers a bit from a waspish past but it is also very different from its standoffish roots.

[@GH-bg7dw]

My dream city!

[@xhorxheetxeberria-td1hu]

Only French speaking place in North America? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Louisiana and Haiti are in North America. Acadiana speaks French. Guadeloupe, Saint Martin, and Haiti speak French in North America. You should say north of the USA, would be more accurate.

[@cbb9580]

You better speak French or they won't answer you in English

[@ronaldo_siuugoat8707]

Most will some wont

[@stephanelarocque77]

Not true at all. A big part of montrealers do their best to respond in english even if some don't speak english currently, Downtown and the west part of Montreal, almost everybody speaks english.

[@ronaldo_siuugoat8707]

@@stephanelarocque77 lol ok most people i heard speak English and french

[@ronaldo_siuugoat8707]

@The Pug That Jumped Over The Moon ik that , thats what i am saying ( je parle les deux et je suis montréalais ) alot do and alot dont

[@xXPyrophorusXx]

Mostly everything people said about Montreal is true. However; think about why its the 2nd city. The problem is the horrible language laws of the Provincial Government. Those policies led to the exodus of many Anglos (like me). The first things Canadians talk about Montreal, are the language laws and separatism. I was surprised when I found out NB was officially bilingual, but QC was not.

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Fun fact: Toronto surpassed Montreal in population in early 1976, before the PQ ever won an election and tabled language bills. Toronto was already on track to surpass Montreal by the 1950s.. and that’s okay. In the words of legendary mayor Jean Drapeau: “Let Toronto become Milan, Montreal will always be Rome.”

[@xXPyrophorusXx]

@@DiscoverMontréal It wasn't the PQ. It was Bourassa's first reign, where he said everybody, should be taught in French.

[@kallyfest]

@@xXPyrophorusXx And it's a federalist gouvernement ,parti Liberal

[@Atem_S.]

As long as you stay on the English/Bilingual side...

[@DiscoverMontréal]

Oh how silly 😑

[@tryviousse]

ha ha if you do that you're not going to see lot of things !

[@jeanbolduc5818]

what do you mean ?

[@Atem_S.]

@@tryviousse there's not a lot of things to see on the east side of the city... Pass the Jardin Botanique there nothing to see... All the attraction or interesting part is below! Downtown, plateau, Vieux -port, Parc maisonneuve, Parc jarry, Olympic stadium, Saint - Laurent, Rue Crescent, all are on the center or west side of the island or like I said before, until Parc Maisonneuve..

[@Atem_S.]

@@DiscoverMontréal How am I silly, it's the truth... there is almost nothing to see on the east end of the island!

[@geekconnoisseur]

I ❤ MONTREAL - Montreal is a vibrant and unique city that offers a great quality of life for its residents and visitors. Here is a list with all the reasons why Montreal is such a great place to live and visit: ■ Friendly people Montreal is well-known for its friendly and welcoming people, who are always happy to assist visitors in exploring the city and discovering its numerous charms. This welcoming attitude is often attributed to the Quebecois cultural trait of "joie de vivre", which translates to "love of life" and is reflected in their passion for celebrating and enjoying life. ■ Bilingualism & Multilingualism Montreal is a bilingual city where both French and English are widely spoken. This adds to the city's cultural richness and makes it an ideal destination for language learners. Also home to so many other language communities and districts, making it a truly multicultural and multilingual city. ■ Diversity, Inclusivity & Accessibility Montreal is a welcoming city that embraces people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities, and communities living and working together. Accessibility to people of all abilities, with many accommodations and resources for people with disabilities. ■ Community spirit Montreal is a city with a strong sense of community, where people come together to support one another and celebrate their shared culture and heritage. ■ Cultural diversity Montreal is a truly multicultural city that celebrates its diversity through food, music, art, and festivals. ■ Clean City Montreal is known for its cleanliness, with a well-maintained public transportation system, clean streets, and well-kept parks and green spaces. ■ Public transportation Montreal has an extensive public transportation system that includes bikes, buses, trains, and a metro system (with WIFI). This makes it easy to navigate the city and get around without a car. ■ Cycling & BIXI Montreal is a bike-friendly city, with many dedicated bike lanes and paths. This makes it easy and enjoyable to explore the city on two wheels. North America's first large-scale bike-sharing system and the original BIXI brand of systems. ■ The Underground City Montreal's Underground City is a network of tunnels, shopping malls, and public spaces that provide shelter from the cold winter weather. ■ Comedy Montreal is a city that loves to laugh, with many comedy clubs and festivals throughout the year. ■ Gaming Montreal is a major hub for the video game industry, with many game developers and studios located in the city. ■ Shopping Montreal offers a unique shopping experience, with many local boutiques and artisanal shops. ■ History and architecture With its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and stunning architecture, Montreal has a rich history that is reflected in its landmarks and is home to many stunning buildings, including the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Habitat 67 housing complex, and the Palais des congrès convention centre. ■ Old Montreal Old Montreal, with its charming cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and quaint shops and cafes, is a popular tourist destination that offers a glimpse into the city's past. ■ Festivals Montreal is known for its many festivals, including the Montreal Jazz Festival, the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival, and the Montreal International Film Festival. ■ Grand Prix Montreal hosts the Canadian Grand Prix, part of the Formula One World Championship, annually on the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, providing exciting entertainment for motorsports enthusiasts. ■ Food From poutine and bagels to French cuisine and ethnic dishes, Montreal's food scene is diverse and delicious. ■ Nightlife Montreal's nightlife scene is known for its lively atmosphere and wide range of options to suit every taste. From trendy bars and clubs to cozy restaurants, you'll find something to enjoy no matter what your preference. ■ Jazz scene If you're a jazz enthusiast, Montreal has a thriving jazz scene with many bars that feature live performances. Some popular jazz bars in the city include Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill, Dièse Onze, and Modavie. Make sure to check them out for a night of smooth tunes and good vibes. ■ Music scene Montreal has a vibrant music scene that encompasses everything from indie rock to classical music. The city is home to many talented musicians and hosts numerous concerts and music festivals throughout the year. ■ Public and Street art Montreal is a city that values public art and has many installations and murals that add beauty and interest to its streets and public spaces. Also has a thriving street art scene, with many murals and graffiti art installations throughout the city. ■ Street festivals In addition to its many music festivals, Montreal is also known for its street festivals, including the Montreal International Fireworks Competition and the Montreal High Lights Festival. ■ Arts and culture Montreal has a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters. Many world-class museums, including the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Contemporary Art. ■ Public parks Montreal has many public parks, including the Botanical Garden, the Mount Royal Park, and the Lafontaine Park, which provide opportunities for relaxation, exercise, and outdoor recreation. ■ Mount Royal Park & City Skyline View Home also to a wide range of activities, including hiking trails, cycling and jogging, picnic areas, playgrounds, a lake, and an outdoor amphitheater. With its stunning views of the city skyline. ■ Tam-Tams gatherings A weekly outdoor gathering on Mount Royal Park during the summer months on Sundays where people come together to socialize, play music, dance, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. ■ Natural beauty Montreal is surrounded by natural beauty, including Mount Royal Park, the St. Lawrence River, and numerous parks and green spaces. ■ Most romantic places Montreal has several romantic spots, including the Mount Royal lookout, the Botanical Garden, and the Old Port, and horse-drawn carriage rides in the Old-Montreal, all of which offer stunning views and intimate settings for couples. ■ Fashion events Montreal hosts many fashion events, including the Montreal Fashion Week and the Festival Mode & Design, which showcase local and international designers. Home to many talented designers and boutiques, making it a great destination for fashion lovers. ■ Architecture tours Montreal offers guided tours that showcase its unique architecture, from Gothic Revival to Art Deco. ■ Sustainability Montreal is committed to sustainability, with numerous initiatives aimed at reducing waste, promoting clean energy, and preserving the environment. ■ Sports and recreation In addition to professional sports teams, Montreal has many opportunities for outdoor recreation. ■ Film industry Montreal has a thriving film industry and is home to many talented filmmakers, actors, and producers. The city hosts several film festivals, including the Montreal World Film Festival and the Festival du Nouveau Cinéma. ■ Cultural institutions Montreal is home to many cultural institutions, including the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the Montreal Science Centre, and the McCord Museum of Canadian History. ■ Entrepreneurship Montreal has a thriving startup scene and is home to many innovative tech companies, making it a great place for entrepreneurs and businesspeople. ■ Winter sports In addition to ice skating and other winter activities, Montreal also has many opportunities for winter sports, including skiing and snowboarding at nearby mountains. ■ Affordable cost of living & visit Compared to other major North American cities, Montreal has a relatively low cost of living, making it an affordable place to live and visit; a great destination for those looking to get the most out of their US or EU dollars.