Jean Drapeau wasn’t just Montréal’s mayor—he was a dreamer who saw the city’s potential long before anyone else did. Serving for nearly 30 years, Drapeau led Montréal through some of its most iconic moments, including […]
Lachine is a charming and historic borough located on the southwestern tip of Montréal, right along the shores of Lake Saint-Louis. The heart of Lachine is the Lachine Canal, a historic waterway that was once […]
Mount Royal, located at the heart of Montreal, is a natural oasis that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Standing at 233 meters, the hill is a favourite spot […]
Pointe-aux-Trembles, located in eastern Montréal, is a neighbourhood with deep historical roots. Once an independent village founded in 1614, it was named after the trembling poplar trees lining the riverbanks. The area played a key role […]
Nestled in the heart of Old Montréal, Bonsecours Market (Marché Bonsecours) is a charming piece of the city’s history. Opened in 1847, this beautiful building with its iconic domed roof once served as one of […]
Passing by Jeanne-Mance Park in the summertime, I can always see people lying out and enjoying the sun. The charm that this park exudes was the inspiration behind this post. In September 2024, it was […]
With the news of the Montréal Basilica undergoing major renovations, I was inspired to do some research in the Montréal archives. Over the next 15 years, the iconic church will be getting a $50 million-dollar facelift. In […]
This post is inspired by my fascination with drone photography. Drones have the power to take the most fabulous, crisp photographs at high altitudes. As great as drone photography is, it is a rather new […]
This next post is inspired by my love of the outdoor markets we have in Montréal, more specifically the Atwater Market. Now, as you look through these photographs you will find that it is not […]
This post was inspired by the post I did a couple of months ago, on the Lasalle bridge. The Jacques-Cartier Bridge has been a part of Montréal’s history since May 14, 1930. This was when […]
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