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Plateau Mont-Royal

Neighbourhood profile

Plateau Mont-Royal is considered by many to be one of the coolest neighbourhoods in North America – the place to get together with friends. Culture and the arts are an integral part of its makeup. The main thoroughfares are:

  • Mount Royal Avenue
  • St. Laurent Boulevard
  • St. Denis Street

You’ll find a variety of trendy restaurants, clothing stores, and boutiques along with bakeries and delicatessens. A few suggestions:

  • Stroll along these typically Montreal streets
  • Browse through its book stores
  • Study in one of its cafés
  • Shop in a bakery or corner fruit store
  • Discover Mile End

The Plateau is also a residential neighbourhood with a population of more than 100,000, making it the most densely populated area of Montreal. Most residents are young Francophones (French-speakers). Its vitality attracts many artists, and its proximity to downtown and numerous green spaces make it a highly sought after place to live.

The Plateau is a way of life. Be sure to check it out!

Metro How to get there

Mont-Royal (ligne orange)

Useful information

  • ACCÈS SANTÉ brochure  ―  Do you need a physical check-up, medical advice, or psychological counselling? This brochure lists all the medical and psychosocial services offered by the local community service centre (CLSC) in your neighbourhood.

To learn more

  • Arrondissement.com  ―  How can you find a place to live in the Plateau? Where’s the best place to shop for food? This site is full of valuable tips for day-to-day life.
  • Bonjour Plateau!  ―  Explore every aspect of the Plateau: literary, cultural, architectural, and culinary. Useful information about stores and events.
  • Le Plateau newspaper  ―  Neighbourhood news just a mouse click away! Learn more about the lives of Montrealers. Many subjects are covered: regional news, politics, culture, and sports.
  • Mont-Royal Avenue  ―  This site is devoted entirely to Mont-Royal Avenue, with information about arts, culture, and the most popular hangouts.
  • Plateau-Mont-Royal borough  ―  Official site of the City of Montréal. For full information about citizen services: recycling, garbage collection, security, library hours.
  • The Main (St. Laurent Boulevard)  ―  St. Laurent Boulevard – better known as “The Main” - separates the east side of town from the west side. Address numbering begins at 1 here and increases as you move away from the boulevard. The Main is also a colourful thoroughfare worth exploring.