Montreal / Canada - A.L.I. - The Montreal Language Academy

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 Montréal:	3 million
Time Zone:	Eastern Standard Time
Phone:	Country code (1) and area code (514 or 450)
Currency:	Canadian dollars: 1USD = approx. $CDN 1.60
Credit cards:	All major credit cards are widely accepted (VISA, MasterCard)
Taxes:	Provincial Sales Tax (7%) and Goods & Services Tax (7%)
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.

“My experience in Montreal has been wonderful. Montreal is a very interesting city because there are many different cultures.”

Kim-Soo Jung,
Korea

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

“We've come to know each other through English, even though we have different cultures and languages. It's a miracle. And then I made precious friends and memories.”

Pierre Lieba,
Congo

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!