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Surprise Performances & Circus Acts Are Taking Over Downtown Montreal This Summer

It might be a cliché to say "this summer will be the best one ever" in Montreal but looking at what's been announced so far, that cliché might ring true. 

In addition to the already incredible summer events lined up in and around the Quartier des Spectacles, the recently announced Aventures du coeur de l'île bring circus acts, dancers and 600 local artists to take over the streets of downtown Montreal with spontaneous performances every single week for three months starting June 26. 

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This Stunning Garden In Quebec Reopens Next Month & It Looks Straight Out Of A Fairytale

If you're a fan of nature and getting to see it at its peak, a trip to Jardins de Quatre-Vents this summer could be exactly what you need.

Visits to the garden are limited, which is why tickets go on sale May 26, a few weeks before the first opening date.

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We Answered All Your Questions About Reopening Gyms & Indoor Sports In Quebec Red Zones

Last week, Quebec's minister of education, Isabelle Charest, announced that indoor sports and fitness centres would be permitted to reopen in red zones — yes, gyms included — starting on March 26.

The government did not specify the logistics of how gyms would manage their respective reopenings, but we gathered the information that's available to answer your questions about the return of indoor sports and fitness across Quebec.

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Everything You Need To Know About The Return Of Indoor Sports & Fitness Across Quebec

The time has finally come! Gyms are reopening in Montreal as of March 26 — but that's not all that's happening. The provincial government released its plan for the return of indoor sports & fitness activities across Quebec. 

Here's what you need to know.

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UNIQLO Just Announced The Opening Date Of Its 2nd Store In Quebec

Following the success of UNIQLO's first-ever Quebec location in downtown Montreal, the Japanese clothing retailer is set to open a new store in Cadillac Fairview Carrefour Laval. UNIQLO Laval will open at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 26.

The store will occupy 15,000 square feet of space.

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Here's What COVID-19 Curfew Rules Have Been Like In Other Countries

As Quebec heads toward what's expected to be a fresh new round of lockdown restrictions, it could join the ranks of countries and areas with COVID-19 curfew rules, according to multiple reports.

The Quebec government hasn't confirmed any details of its possible curfew ahead of a 5:00 p.m. Wednesday press conference, but around the world, jurisdictions with their own curfew orders offer some possible scenarios.

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Starting Today, You Can Go Sledding For FREE At These Montreal Parks

Now that Christmas has come and gone, we need new ways to embrace winter. That's why it's a good thing sledding season in Montreal has officially begun. And, in most cases, it's free.

As of today, many Montreal parks (particularly the big nature parks) have started opening up their hills for sledding, tubing and tobogganing — depending on daily weather conditions. Always check the snow conditions before heading out. 

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What's Open & Closed In Montreal For The Holidays

As we prepare to enter a new lockdown period in Quebec that will see non-essential businesses close from December 25 to January 11 (inclusive), we also prepare for a Christmas like no other. 

This means that in addition to the usual Christmas closures — which can be hard enough to keep track of — there are additional shutdowns due to COVID-19.  

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This Quebec Teen's Viral TikTok Character Is Someone We've All (Unfortunately) Met Before

We've all encountered a Mégane — that bubble-gum smacking, eye-rolling customer service agent who really shouldn't be anywhere near customers. But now, at last, it seems Mégane has another career option: TikTok celebrity.

The viral TikTok character is the creation of Montrealer Ophélie Jacques, 17, (fifidonthavealife on TikTok) who told MTL Blog that the hilarious and perpetually-annoyed retail and call centre worker started as a joke with a friend.

"After that, it was really just me imagining all the times I met this kind of [character] in my life and exaggerating it a bit to give life to the Mégane we know today."

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6 Fall Festivals Happening Around Quebec To Celebrate Your Favourite Season

Is there anything better than fall? We totally agree — Not much! And what better way to celebrate than by attending a fall festival in Quebec? Since we know festivals are Montrealers' favourite ways to celebrate just about anything.

Even though fall is such a short, but sweet season, that doesn't mean there's no time to make the most of one of the most magical times of the year.

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