- Montreal is the second-largest city in Canada
- Major sectors: aerospace, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence
2. Diverse and multicultural:
- People from over 200 countries
- Official languages: French and English.
- A vibrant blend of different languages, traditions, arts, cuisine...
3. Cultural center:
- Over 80 professional performing arts organizations like Cirque de Soleil
- Renowned film and television production industry - Host to: Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival & Montreal Festival of Lights...
4. Educational excellence:
- Renowned educational institutions and world-class research facilities. Notable schools like:
- McGill University
- University of Montreal,
-École Polytechnique, and
- Concordia University
5. International city:
- Hosts multiple international consulates and organizations:
- UN's International Civil Aviation Organization
- UNESCO's Institute for Statistics, and
- World Anti-Doping Agency and more...
6. Technological innovation:
- Thriving ecosystem with tech giants like Google, Apple, and Microsoft establishing offices
- Hub for AI research with organizations like:
- Mila,
- Element AI,
- the Institute for Data Valorization
7. Beautiful architecture:
- Old Montreal: cobblestone streets, 18th-century buildings
- Mount Royal, Parc Jean-Drapeau, Botanical Garden.
8. Major transportation hub:
- Airport with direct flights to many international destinations.
Bonus: In French,
“Montreal” can mean, “Mont Royale,” reflecting the city’s location surrounding Mount Royal (a hill in the heart of the city).
