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The best time of the week is already upon us. And that means we're all trying to figure out unique things to do in Montreal this weekend to switch up our routine a little bit.

Well, here are 11 ideas to consider if you're hoping to find a reason to leave your home when Friday comes around.

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Even though paddleboarding is a fun and popular summer activity in Quebec, like all things, there are certain rules you need to follow. If you don't, you could get slapped with a fine and have your weekend ruined. 

And in light of National Drowning Prevention Week, the Longueuil police issued a series of advisories for people who engage in what it said is an increasingly popular summer activity. 

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If you don't have a side hustle, then you probably know someone who does. It's become the key small-business buzzword in recent times — and for good reason.

Many millennials and zoomers are coming to the realization that a corporate nine-to-five job doesn't suit what they want in life. For some, the restriction of the 40-hour workweek is unappealing, while others struggle to find work that aligns with their personal values.

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This Saturday, April 3, a march against domestic violence will take place in Montreal "in the name of Rebekah Love Harry," a 29-year-old woman who died in hospital three days after an alleged assault by her boyfriend. He has since been charged with second-degree murder.

The march will begin at Cabot Square at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

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The pandemic has taken some of the charm away from city life, as COVID-19 has closed the bistros, cultural events and nightlife that make Montreal unique.

At the same time, remote work has become the new normal even as rent and home prices are going through a messy divorce with reality. This is provoking some young people to consider moving to smaller, quieter, more affordable places. Now, New Brunswick wants in on the action.

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There's a myriad of things that Quebec schools don't teach us, which is the exact reason Neo Collège came to fruition.

Neo Collège is a website where students can go to learn subjects that they likely haven't learnt before, such as sign language or understanding paycheques.

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Choosing where to go to school can be one heck of a hassle, considering how many options there are in our country, but HelloSafe's 2021 Best Cities To Study In Canada Ranking makes that decision seem so much easier.

To our surprise, Montreal didn't take the top spot in the ranking — but another city in Quebec did.

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It may feel like 2020 was filled with sadness and despair, but there were some happy stories, too. Especially from the Montreal SPCA.

The organization, which is dedicated to the physical and mental well-being of all animals, has been working tirelessly to save, nurture and care for animals and help them find their forever homes.

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The holidays are around the corner, with Christmas in Quebec just days away. If you're looking for a last-minute gift option, or you're stuck on what to get that distant relative, quirky friend or significant other in your life, we've rounded up gifts you can choose from for each astrological sign.

There are two options, one cheaper (save) and one more lavish (splurge) — so no matter your budget, you can get that last-minute shopping done.

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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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If you just moved to the city, you're probably starting to realize that Montreal is an unbelievable city — even in the winter. I'm sure you've heard lots of things about Montreal in the winter, but now that you're here, there are a couple of things that you should probably know.

Or, if you've been here your entire life, consider this a little list of reminders.

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COVID-19 in Quebec has taken a significant toll on every aspect of life, from dampening Montreal's usual liveliness to forcing local businesses to shut down to impacting individuals' jobs, relationships and mental health.

Over the last nine months, as we've mitigated the same global pandemic, we've shared many similar experiences and picked up many of the same habits. We've rounded up 21 of the most relatable ones.

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