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In Montreal, summer means more than just fun in the sun. It's a season that brings people together — something many Montrealers have been missing over the past year.

There's no doubt summer 2021 is particularly special. With restrictions easing for the first time in months, the spirit of celebration is in the air, and people are ready to make this season one for the history books.

Is there any better way to kick off summer in this city than with Saint-Jean-Baptiste? As a celebration of Quebec's heritage and history, it’s one of the province's favourite holidays and with good reason. From bonfires and barbecues to fireworks and fêtes, St-Jean is when Montreal truly comes alive.

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On Sunday, March 21, locals took to the streets to denounce anti-Asian racism in Montreal — and worldwide. The protest was sparked by a mass shooting in Atlanta-area massage parlours. The shooter killed eight people, primarily Asian women.

One of the organizers, Julie Tran, told MTL Blog that "Atlanta was a wake-up call to do something," but that it wasn't the first time Asian people have been the victims of violence in the past year.

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By now, we all know the basics of living through the pandemic in Quebec, from the 8 p.m. curfew to where to stock up on sanitizer.

But if you pore over the government's reading materials, there are a bunch of surprising COVID-19 rules and facts that most Quebecers have no clue about.

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46% of Quebec respondents to one survey said they visited friends or family at least once during the holidays.

33% of Quebec respondents to the poll by Leger and the Association for Canadian Studies admitted to visiting others "rarely" — just once.

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December is generally a month spent with loved ones, wrapping up the past year while setting intentions for the new one. But with holiday gatherings cancelled in Quebec red zones, it's bound to be different this time around.

Since 2020 was a rollercoaster shitshow — complete with a global pandemic, devastating wildfires, mass protests and murder hornets — it's safe to assume the world is ready to throw this year into the trash where it belongs.

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When it comes to desserts, we can all admit that Italians definitely know how to to do it right. And one Montreal chef truly proves that.

And the Italian version of a donut, a bomboloni, is hands-down one of the world's best creations.

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Autumn in Montreal is bliss. The weather is chillier, the leaves are vibrant, and the city is in its loveliest state. But as we trek towards the long weekend, it's easy to be reminded that this year feels a little different.

Though we can't visit loved ones or gather with friends quite yet, that doesn't mean we can't have a good time. Montrealers' favourite fall activities like apple-picking, Mount-Royal hiking, experimenting in the kitchen, and coffee-shop exploring aren't off the table. 

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Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante implored Montrealers to continue to wear masks, practice hand-washing and two-metre social distancing during a Wednesday meeting with the city's executive committee, as Montreal saw 97 new COVID-19 cases in the previous 24 hours. The mayor asked Montrealers to "double down" on their vigilance in response to rising concerns about anti-maskers in light of a protest in Montreal earlier this week. 

"We should disregard those who believe this virus doesn't exist or that we shouldn't take it seriously," she said. 

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If you are an adrenaline junkie, then you definitely need to go cliff diving! There are multiple locations near Montreal that are the perfect destinations for that perfect jump. These cliffs are absolutely beautiful and they are with no doubt amazing.

You and your friends will be standing on the edge of a beautiful cliff as you then jump into the fresh cool Canadian water. It is a perfect summer activity for you and your daredevil friends! I suggest taking that Go-Pro camera with you and taking some crazy videos and sharing them with us.

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