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The Quebec government has decided not to financially support hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Montreal. This was first reported by La Presse.

The issue: money.

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If there's one good thing to come out of 2020's mostly indoor lifestyle, it's that the world is finally hopping aboard the K-drama train.

With cliffhangers in nearly every episode, swoon-worthy romance scenes, intense plot twists, and a promise of at least one love traingle (or square) per show, Korean dramas make for some of the most addictive viewing on Netflix. And don't even get us started on the scenery. 

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A new document by The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM), as part of its Relaunch MTL initiative, illustrates how hard Montreal's tourism industry has been hit by the economic woes of COVID-19. 

According to the document, the city's tourism sector has been one of the economic areas hit hardest by the pandemic and it describes the situation as "catastrophic."

Michel Leblanc, president of the CCMM, stated in the document that Montreal's airports saw a 98% decrease in passengers between May and July, compared to 2019.

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With everything going on this year, it seems like the only constant in the world is how quickly things change. This is especially true in the world of tourism. As Quebecers start to think of travel again, it's important to keep track of where Canadians can travel and if/when you will need to quarantine.

As international and provincial borders continue to open and close as the COVID-19 situation continues to progress, it can be hard to keep track.

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I don't know about you, but I love watching tourism videos, especially ones about Montreal.

I'm not sure why exactly, I just enjoy seeing people experiencing what this city has to offer. The only drawback I find is that you usually only get to see one person's point of view a time. 

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Montreal is one of the best cities in the world. You may think I'm a little biased by saying that, and you're probably right, but I honestly think it's true. We're known for our nightlife, artistic vibes and unique burrows and sights. 

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This morning Montreal is quiet, TOO quiet!

The cranes aren't working, the diggers aren't digging and the 7 guys standing around smoking cigarettes while one guy works are... well yeah they still aren't working. 

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Springtime may be here, but it definitely does not look like spring out there. 

It's the weird time of the year where nature seems to have a hard time making up its mind. So why not just ditch Montreal's bizarre weather and go explore another part of the world instead. 

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When you've lived in Montreal your whole life, you see things very differently than those who are just here visiting. 

READ ALSO: Montreal's "Harry Potter" Theme Bar Is Finally Open And It's Freaking Magical!!! (20 Photos)

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Down below is a list that composes of great activities you can do this weekend from Friday, January 27th, Saturday, January 28th, to Sunday, January 29th! I think we can all agree after the past weekend with all the protests and politics that this weekend needs to be filled with fun! There may be a snow storm coming, but that doesn't mean that there isn't crazy fun things to do both inside and outside! So, start planning your weekend extra early! I can promise that there is definitely something on this list for everyone.

READ ALSO: The 10 Best Decisions You Can Make In Montreal

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When Trump got elected, Many Canadian economists began to worry about how his trade policies would affect our economy.

But according to the Financial Post, the future doesn't look so gloomy after all.

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Canada has so many spectacular places to see that it would be impossible to show them all to you.

And yet for some reason, we tend to always admire the same spots such as Lake Louise in Banff

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