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At a press conference on Thursday, Premier François Legault, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and several other government representatives announced huge new investments into Canada's aerospace industry. These investments are set to create "more than 1,000" high-paying jobs in Quebec and the rest of Canada. 

"The projects announced today are tangible platforms for creating exciting jobs," Aéro Montréal explained in a press release. 

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Montreal is a city on the cusp of a huge transformation. With several large Montreal transit projects underway that will connect the city like never before, the future is looking bright for the metropolis.

As you probably know by now, we absolutely LOVE public transit news here at the Blog and since the metro hasn't flooded recently, we thought that you'd all enjoy a run-down of four huge transit projects currently taking shape. 

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The Governments of Canada and Quebec have reached an agreement to allot nearly $57 million in funding to build 12 affordable housing projects in Montreal. 

According to the announcement, the projects will include 263 housing units.

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If this past summer in Montreal was marked by one thing, it had to be the explosion of cyclists on the roads. Biking has never been so popular but with popularity comes criticism, especially from those who believe bikes and Montreal bike paths are the scourge of the Earth. 

And boy, did those people complain. A recent report released by the Ombudsman of Montreal (OdM) reveals that since May 2020, over 300 formal complaints from citizens were lodged against the city over biking and its related infrastructure. 

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From lofts in new developments to charming two-bedrooms, Montreal is brimming with incredible apartments. But are they affordable? Not always — unless you’ve found your slice of home in one of the many MONDEV rental projects.

Budget-conscious renters can still get a taste of luxury, thanks to real estate development company MONDEV. They specialize in constructing affordable luxury rental buildings in the most prominent districts of Montreal. The buildings offer condo-style living with high-end finishes and luxury amenities for all budgets (units start from just $1,020), so whether you're renting a studio or a penthouse, you'll likely end up with a fully-equipped gym, pool, rooftop terrace, and lounge with unobstructed views of the city.

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