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movies

Some of your favourite Hollywood movies have VERY different titles in Quebec

If you have ever scrolled through a streaming service in Quebec and wondered why The Hangover suddenly goes by Lendemain de veille, or flipped through a DVD rack and spotted La Vengeance dans la peau where The Bourne Ultimatum should be, you have already encountered this province's unique approach to Hollywood movie titles.

It all stems from Quebec's language laws and long-standing cultural policy aimed at protecting French. Movie titles marketed here are expected to be available in French, and Quebec distributors typically opt for fully translated or localized versions.

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M&M'S dropped an exclusive Crocs collab with 2 shoes and limited-edition charms

In what might be the funnest collab of the year, M&M'S and Crocs have teamed up to bring you a collection that's sweet and super creative.

At first glance, this first-ever collaboration between M&M'S and Crocs might surprise you. But think on it for a second, and it makes a ton of sense. It might even be genius.

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canadian cities

12 things Montreal does way better than any other Canadian city

Love it or hate it, Montreal does not move like most other North American cities.

The bone-chilling winters, world-class food scene, and chaotic blending of languages give the place a rhythm that is equal parts lively and charming. A lot of it only starts to make sense once you've spent enough time living here.

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societe de transport de montreal

The 9 "prettiest" Montreal metro stations, according to STM users

With plenty of aging stations, years of construction, and the occasional service blackout from strikes, Montrealers don't hesitate to point out what's wrong with the STM. A few weeks ago, we asked MTL Blog readers to name the "ugliest" metro stations in the city, and the reactions came in hot.

But the thread also took an unexpected turn. Mixed in with all the criticism were plenty of glass-half-full riders who wanted us to pose the opposite question: which Montreal metro stations are beautiful?

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montreal weather

11 crucial tips for surviving a Montreal winter, according to people who live here

Winter in Montreal can get rough.

Anyone who's been through Quebec's longest season and lived to tell the tale knows it's not for the weak. The cold bites, the sidewalks turn into obstacle courses, and even the most optimistic Montrealers eventually lose a glove somewhere between the metro and the dépanneur.

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societe de transport de montreal

The 8 "ugliest" metro stations in Montreal, according to STM riders

Many Montreal metro stations are admired for their unique art, colour patterns, and architecture. But not every Société de transport de Montréal (STM) entry point is a masterpiece. Some are drab, dark, or downright depressing, at least according to MTL Blog readers.

So when we asked our Facebook followers which Montreal metro station they think is the "ugliest", hundreds of answers came pouring in. From cold concrete designs to stations that feel stuck in the 1970s, people didn't hold back.

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best places to live in canada

One of Canada's 'best places to live' is a Quebec gem that's wrapped in cozy fall charm

If golden leaves, crisp air, and cobblestone streets sound like your dream fall escape, you don't have to go far to find it. Just a few hours from Montreal, a city known for its storybook beauty and old-world charm has quietly earned a spot among the best places to live in Canada — and when autumn rolls in, it feels like stepping straight into a painting.

Earlier this year, Global Citizen Solutions released its list of the top 15 best places to live in Canada, based on everything from employment opportunities and home prices to safety and quality of life.

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societe de transport de montreal

A TikToker tried to diss the STM's Blue Line and Montrealers are letting him have it

A Montreal TikToker has sparked a small metro controversy after posting a short video questioning the purpose of the STM's Blue Line.

In the nine-second TikTok clip, local creator Danick Coutu (@apollorising.dc) addresses Montrealers who ride the Blue Line, sarcastically asking: "I have a question for Montrealers who take the Blue Line — where are you going?"

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montreal movies

11 popular Hollywood movies you didn't realize were filmed in Montreal

From blockbuster action flicks to Oscar-winning dramas, Montreal has quietly become one of Hollywood's favourite stand-ins.

Sure, these movies aren't usually set in the city itself, but its unique blend of European architecture and North American grit makes it a perfect double for New York, Paris, or just about anywhere else. Over the years, A-list stars have headed here as film crews turned McGill into a Manhattan campus, Old Montreal into France, and even the city's outskirts into alien landing zones.

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facebook marketplace montreal

12 of the strangest items for sale on Facebook Marketplace around Montreal right now

Facebook Marketplace has become a go-to spot for furnishing apartments, unloading clutter, or hunting down a bargain. But scroll long enough and you'll quickly realize it's also the Wild West of online shopping.

Alongside the usual IKEA dressers and secondhand couches, you'll stumble across things that make you do a double-take. Deep in the depths of the social network's shopping section are items that feel like they belong in a thrift store basement, a fever dream, or maybe both.

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montreal restaurants

8 'haunted' places in Montreal to visit this October, including a 270-year-old restaurant

It's officially spooky season, which means Montreal is about to lean into its darker side. But beyond the Halloween costumes, haunted houses, and pumpkin spice everything, the city itself has a reputation for being a little haunted.

That's not too surprising when you think about it.

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dollarama montreal

From costumes to decor, here are all the new Halloween items for sale at Dollarama (PHOTOS)

Walk into a Dollarama in Montreal these days, and it's hard to believe how far a so-called "dollar store" has stretched. What used to feel like a quick stop for batteries, dish soap, or off-brand chocolate bars has slowly turned into a place where you can find just about everything. Need a mop? Check. Snacks for the road? Done. A full set of dishes and glasses? Somehow, yes.

And when a holiday rolls around, the store leans all the way in. Right now, the aisles are packed with Halloween gear: costumes, decorations, candy buckets, and a few things that make you stop and wonder who decided this was spooky enough to sell.

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