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8 big-name celebrities who bought multi-million dollar homes in Quebec

Quebec isn't just home to stunning landscapes, world-class ski resorts, and historic cities. It's also been the backdrop for some pretty spectacular celebrity real estate deals. Over the years, a surprising number of famous faces have been drawn to the province's mix of natural beauty, privacy, and European charm, picking up multi-million-dollar properties to call their own.

Some of these homes are exactly what you'd expect from A-list buyers: sprawling estates with private lakes, luxurious ski-in chalets, and waterfront mansions tucked away from prying eyes. Others are a little more unexpected, offering a glimpse into how celebrities really live when the cameras are off. And while not every property is still in the hands of its star owner, the stories behind these purchases are just as intriguing as the homes themselves.

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4 Canadian spots made the list of the world's richest cities — Here's where Montreal ranks

Despite rising inflation, an ongoing trade war, and a cost of living that continues to stretch household budgets, four Canadian cities — including Montreal — have been ranked among the wealthiest in the world, according to a new report.

The World's Wealthiest Cities Report 2025 by consulting firm Henley & Partners reveals where the world’s richest people live, including millionaires, billionaires, and a fast-growing group called centimillionaires — individuals with at least $100 million in investable assets.

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Canada's richest billionaires in 2024 were revealed and these 12 have roots in Montreal

Quebec has long been a hub of innovation and ambition, so it's no surprise that some of the richest people in Canada have ties to the province.

From Montreal-born entrepreneurs to global business moguls who launched their careers or studied here, these Canadian billionaires represent a fascinating mix of homegrown success stories and individuals whose Quebec connections played a key role in their journey to the top.

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The wealthiest cities in the world were ranked and two Canadian destinations made the cut

While Canada is rich in culture, history and tradition, it appears as if it's rich with, well… money, too. The wealthiest cities in the world were recently ranked and turns out Canada's got money, honey.

Henley & Partners, an investment migration consultancy, dropped its annual ranking of the Wealthiest Cities in the World for 2024, and two Canadian destinations managed to make the cut.

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18 Of The Richest Canadian Celebrities & How Much They're Worth

It's no secret that Canada boasts an impressive lineup of talent made up of actors, singers, tech gurus and business moguls, all of whom are worth a lot, and we mean a lot.

Although the wealthiest people in Canada live primarily under the radar, such as the families behind massive companies including Saputo, Couche-Tard and Jean-Coutu, all of which are based right here in Quebec, the true north is home to countless celebrities who have made a fortune from being the top names in their respective industries.

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3 Quebec Spots Were Ranked Among The Best Cities In Canada To Get Rich

Montreal and Quebec City are regarded as two of the best cities in Canada. However, when it came to a recent ranking of the best cities across the country to get rich in, neither Montreal nor the province's capital made the cut — but these three Quebec cities did.

Yore Oyster, a Canadian personal finance company, ranked the best cities across Canada in which to save some big bucks and build your net worth — primarily focusing on small cities that are bringing in more and more people and businesses.

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These Are The Richest People In Canada — Reimagined As Ghosts In A Pac-Man Game

You can probably name problematic U.S. billionaires, like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, but Canada has plenty of its own ultra-rich moneybags who go largely unnamed and unnoticed.

A new video game from The Breach wants to chomp away at that anonymity and 'waka' you up to the crimes associated with some of the wealthiest people in the country, including those from Quebec.

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