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What's Open & Closed In Montreal On Canada Day 2023

As Quebecers quietly nurse their Fête nationale hangovers, the rest of Canada is preparing to loudly enjoy their own national holiday, Canada Day on July 1, 2023.

This year, that esteemed date falls on a Saturday, giving Canadians a nice long weekend to celebrate whatever it is Canadians love about this country.

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What's Open & What's Closed In Montreal On Canada Day 2022

Oh, Canada Day. In Quebec, it might come with less fanfare than the Fête nationale, but several large institutions and businesses are still set to quietly close their doors.

At least this week, Quebecers will still be able to grab drink supplies at the SAQ.

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Montreal Weather This July 1 Will Make Moving Day A Tough One

July 1 is fast approaching, and while that means Canada Day festivities for most of the country — it's also officially unofficial moving day here in la belle province.

Although moving is a hassle to begin with, it seems likely Montreal weather will make things a smidge harder for you this upcoming Friday — which is perhaps consistent with the less-than-agreeable forecasts for all of July.

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Quebec Police Presence Will Be Beefed Up On The Roads This Weekend

Police will be paying closer attention to the roads over the next two weekends. The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) says its officers will be out on roads and highways to catch travellers who are speeding or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The Quebec police force says speed and impaired driving "remain the main causes of fatal collisions" in the province.

Last year, authorities recorded nine fatal crashes during the Saint-Jean and Canada Day weekends.

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7 Super Canadian Free Things You Can Get From The Government Of Canada

Did you know that the Government of Canada can send you free goodies? And they're all Canada-inspired! I mean... what did you expect when it's coming from the feds?

With Canada Day less than two months away, now is the perfect time to get some patriotic gear, and all for free.

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Canadians Created The World's Largest Human Maple Leaf (Video)

There were a lot of cool Canada day celebrations around the country this weekend, but this is by far the craziest one!

3500 people in Winnipeg got together to from the world's largest human maple leaf.

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Downtown Montreal H&M Is Having A $5 On Clothes Summer Sale

STOP. DROP. AND GRAB YOUR WALLETS because H&M is hosting a mega $5 summer sale JUST FOR CANADA! H&M is currently putting all your favorite items on sale! Literally, EVERYTHING is on sale so it's time to get on their website ASAP or head to their downtown Montreal location RIGHT NOW. 

READ ALSO: 15 Things Every "Good Boyfriend" Needs To Know About Victoria’s Secret

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20 Things You Can Do In Montreal This Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

Down below is a list that composes of great activities you can do this weekend from Thursday, June 29th until Sunday. July 2nd ! It's officially the last weekend of June and the first half weekend of July so festivities are well underway to help us all enjoy Montreal's beautiful summer 2017. 

READ ALSO: What’s Open & What’s Closed On Canada Day 2017 In Montreal

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What’s Open & What’s Closed On Canada Day 2017 In Montreal

Well, friends, I don't know about you, but to me, Canada Day always means the true beginning of summer. And what better way to start off Montreal's best season than with a huge celebration of our awesome country?

READ ALSO:Montreal Lit Up The Jacques Cartier Bridge Like A Rainbow For The City's 375th Birthday (25 Photos)

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What "The Purge" Would Be Like In Canada

Love 'em or hate 'em, the Purge movies have become reached cult-like status.

The movie trilogy takes place in a "future America" where every year all crime, including murder is perfectly legal for a 12-hour period.

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10 Free Things To Do In Montreal For Canada Day 2015

Canada Day is just around the corner, and for most of us that means we have the day off! I don't know about you but a mid-week break is certainly a welcomed one for me. Montreal always has a ton of events going on, especially on a big holidays like Canada Day, so if you find yourself lucky enough to have a completely clear schedule this Wednesday, here are a few ways to spend your day that won't cost you a penny.

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What's Open & What's Closed On Canada Day In Montreal

Canada Day is less than a week away, and after just having the day off for Saint-Jean-Baptiste I'm feeling pretty spoiled with these two consecutive mid-week breaks. If you're not going to be spending your day moving house, then it's the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy the city. Maybe even go watch the parade? If you are going to be out and about, it's good to know what's open and closed in Montreal so as to avoid any confusion and/or disappointment, and that's where we come in. Here's a list of what's open and closed in Montreal this Canada Day.

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