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If you're looking for a venue that will truly impress your guests, it's hard to beat Old Montreal. With its cobblestone streets, historic charm and timeless architecture, it's the kind of place that makes any gathering feel special — whether it's a black-tie wedding, an intimate holiday dinner or a company conference.

Corner Collection, a group of luxury hotels, restaurants, reception spaces and a spa, offers some of the most versatile and elegant event venues in the neighbourhood. Each space is unique, yet they're all just a short walk from each other, making it easy to plan an unforgettable celebration.

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Elevation Trampoline is a Canadian company offering plenty of activities and valuing fun and safety for all ages. Their new monthly jump pass is designed to keep you active and busy for 30 days, for less than the price of two visits. These passes are available at all locations including Montreal, Laval or the South Shore.

If your kids are home for the summer and already climbing the walls, this is your perfect answer to "I'm bored" — and it's a great deal. You don't even have to go with them, the pass is flexible, meaning kids can check in and start jumping without a parent present each time.

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If your idea of a perfect summer day involves sunshine, a flight of craft beer and hopping between patios like it's your full-time job, you need to head to Kingston.

Tucked between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, Kingston is like a goldmine of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. This small city punches way above its weight when it comes to food, drink and vibes. And in the summer? The patios are elite.

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In all the garages and basements across Montreal, there are undoubtedly thousands of bright, fun and quirky pool floaties that are doomed to go unadmired and uncelebrated this summer.

If you've got a happy flamingo, a giant pineapple, a unicorn, or something else completely, this free party at ROYALMOUNT's Urban Park is your chance to show it off as you dance away to an epic free set by Montreal's DJ Forrest.

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Lyft has officially launched in Montreal and the Greater Quebec City Region, and if you're new to the app, you're in for a sweet deal. When you sign up using the code MONTREAL50, you can get 50% off your first five rides (max $10 per trip). Terms apply.

Whether you're heading to a 5 à 7, racing to catch a flight, or just trying to make it to work on time, local drivers on the Lyft platform are here to help you with a ride. You can skip the stress of navigating traffic, hunting for parking, or dealing with never-ending detours — just tap in your destination and go.

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A beautiful summer's evening spent strolling the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal can only be topped by sitting down to enjoy some of the most delicious French cuisine the city has to offer at Brasserie 701.

Developed by executive chef Cédric St-Pierre, sous-chef Soufiane Hanbali and their team, the new Brasserie 701 menu is simultaneously high-end and welcoming with refined takes on iconic French dishes.

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Terrasse season in Montreal is something special, with magical dining options opening up all over the city. But nothing will take your outdoor dining experience to the next level than these top-of-the-world terrasses in Old Montreal.

Now that the warm summer days are rolling in, you're invited to pass long days eating delicious fresh food, sipping creative cocktails, and soaking up the iconic skyline of Old Montreal, lit up gold by the setting sun.

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Your flights are booked, itinerary planned out and you’re ready to jet off for your summer adventure. But whether you're ordering cocktails poolside in Mexico, dining on handmade pasta in Italy, snorkelling in the Bahamas or touring Irish castles, every vacation abroad comes with one inevitable question: What’s the best way to spend your Canadian dollars?

Your go-to credit or debit card might seem fine for travel — until you do the math. Most of them charge FX fees of up to 2.5% on each purchase. Add in potential ATM withdrawal fees charged by your bank to these marked-up conversion rates, and the costs can stack up fast. Travelling like a local is hard when you're busy crunching numbers.

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The Formula 1® Pirelli Grand Prix du Canada 2025 is a cornerstone experience in Montreal to kick off the summer, bringing the fastest cars, iconic drivers, parties and more to the city at the most beautiful time of the year.

If you're an Amex Cardmember (or if you become one before the Grand Prix), you can enjoy a whole new level of F1® fun with top-tier benefits, events and more that immerse you in the action.

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Nothing flies by like Canadian Grand Prix weekend in Montreal. If you're going to make the most of it, you'll need the help of the Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Pitstop Guide.

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% is celebrating the Italian Way with a "Pitstop Guide" — your map to the coolest restaurants in the city that serve Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%, plus weekend exclusives and some of Montreal's top Italian experiences.

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Every year, the Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix du Canada attracts thousands of fans to Montreal to watch elite racing in the heart of one of the world's most beautiful cities. And when you're not on the edge of your seat at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, you'll have plenty of time to explore what Montreal has to offer.

As an Official Partner of Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix du Canada , Amex is offering Cardmembers unique and premium ways to elevate their race weekend — including shining a spotlight on local businesses you'll love. So, naturally, these local spots all accept Amex.

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Nothing beats Canadian Grand Prix weekend in Montreal. Not only is there the thrill of race, but the city comes alive with amazing events that add extra pizzazz to this electric time of year.

If you love F1, you need to check out Audi Haus—Performance Art. This collaboration between Audi and the award-winning digital art studio Iregular welcomes you on a sensory journey through the engineering marvels that make Audi what it is — showcasing how the brand’s F1 expertise translates into every Audi vehicle.

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