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7 Cool Towns Less Than An Hour From Montreal To Explore During Any Season

Whenever you're itching to get outside of the city for a little, it's good to know which cool towns near Montreal there are to visit.

While we love Montreal, we also know that sometimes you just need a change of scenery for the day.

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10 COVID-Safe Things To Do In Montreal This Weekend

December is officially here, which means it's time to bring on that holiday cheer. And, one of the best parts about living in our city is that Montreal is filled with things to do during this season — and this weekend is no exception.

From holiday markets with food trucks to supporting new local eateries, you're bound to find something fun to do starting Friday.

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This Montreal Depanneur Sells Chip Bags With Your Favourite Rappers On Them (PHOTOS)

Montreal depanneurs are known for having some unbelievably cool snacks, but Snack Town takes the cake.

These bags of chips this dep sells with your favourite rappers on the front may just be some of the coolest snacks you can get in the city — and you can even order them on UberEats!

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This Town Near Montreal Makes You Feel Like You're On The Set Of 'Gilmore Girls'

We can all admit that driving down the 401 is possibly one of the most boring drives in the country. Just because there may not be lots to look at, doesn't mean there aren't some amazing places along the way. One of those places that's totally worth the stop in Gananoque, Ontario.

Home to just 5,160 people, it's a small town with big heart.

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Everything You Need To Know About Montreal's "Secret" Dorval Island

Montreal isn't that big, so exploring it in its entirety isn't all that difficult. Which is why I was baffled when I found out there was one municipality I had never heard of before: The Island Of Dorval. It's truly fascinating, like a little secret village time seems to have forgotten. This community works hard to preserve the natural beauty of the island. It prides itself as being a summer camp, a park and a country club all rolled into one. Peace and tranquility are what Dorval Island is all about and unless you live there, you probably know very little about the tiny town, so here's everything you need to know about Dorval Island:

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