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When it comes to spending more time indoors and working from home, making the space you inhabit as comfortable and well-designed as possible is key.

For some, that means living in a central location, being surrounded by breathtaking views or having access to tons of great amenities — or all three. 

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Most apartments in Montreal have a certain reputation. Charming spiral staircases in spring become ice-covered treks by winter. Once-amusing wonky floors make you feel seasick, and your landlord still hasn't replied about the hot water problem.

If you're a longtime Montrealer or someone who is calling the city home for the first time, consider this an intervention. It doesn't have to be this way!

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Canada's 2021 budget included investing $4.1 billion into financial assistance for college and university students. Namely, Canada announced it would waive interest on all federal student loans until March 31, 2023, and double student grants for two more years.

However, Quebec is the only Canadian province that doesn't participate in federal student grant and loan programs — so where does that leave Quebec students? MTL Blog asked the province's Ministry of Education what financial support it's offering to Quebec students navigating the pandemic

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If the past year has taught us anything, it's that home is a haven like no other.

And while your immediate living space should be a place that brings you joy, your neighbourhood is equally as important. As the saying goes: it's all about location, location, location — and that's especially true of Quartier des Spectacles, which has a little something for everyone at any time of the year. 

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Italy is hands down one of the most beautiful places in the world. Whether it's the awe-inspiring architecture, stunning interior design, gourmet cuisine, elegant fashion or iconic automobiles, this European country is famous for being a worldwide trendsetter.

Since you can't safely travel there right now, why not transform your apartment into your favourite Italian vacation spot? Create your own little dolce vita.

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As of February 8, Quebec will be relaxing some of its COVID-19 public health restrictions. This means the province's rules are about to change... again.  

Living in a constant state of flux, it can be hard to keep track of what you're allowed to do and what might result in a $1,500 fine. But don't worry. We got you! We answered all the questions you sent to our DMs so you can prepare for the weeks ahead. 

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Most of us know the basics of Quebec's next stage of lockdown: It's set to be in effect from January 9 to February 8 and includes a province-wide curfew every day from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

However, the details and specifics can be confusing.

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Jennifer Jackson says she has "always been absolutely fascinated by home design and architecture." After renovating a 200-year-old farmhouse with her father at age 16, she says she knew she wanted to flip houses.

Jackson has been living her dream in the Montreal area since 2014. And you have to see her transformations to believe them! 

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Despite insurance companies offering increased coverage for Canadians travelling to the U.S., many of us, especially Quebecers, don't feel ready to visit our neighbours to the south.

A new survey from the Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada (THIA) sampled 1,000 respondents, in both French and English, to see how and what Canadians are feeling towards travel as we move into the New Year.

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With the new year around the corner, many Montrealers are reflecting on this past year and are starting to think about any resolutions that they may have for 2021. For many, that likely includes speaking to a financial advisor for guidance when it comes to all things money-related.

Editor's Choice: Here's How Quebec Plans To Deal With People Who Still Gather At Christmas

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Good news: you're permitted to visit your best friend if one of you lives alone in a Quebec red zone. At least twice in the last month, Premier François Legault clarified that Quebecers can visit people living alone in red zones, one at a time.

In fact, he encouraged visits, acknowledging the mental health effects that prolonged isolation can have on Quebecers, some of whom have been alone throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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In a press conference on November 5, Quebec Premier François Legault said the provincial government is considering modifying the rules on private gatherings.

The premier said he asked his team to look into the possibility of relaxing public health restrictions by allowing two people to get together — regardless of whether one of them lives alone.

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