Laura Osborne, the former editor-in-chief of the award-winning RICARDO magazines and senior editor at Air Canada enRoute, is obsessed with discovering the best of the city.

From scallop crudo in marigold sauce from Newfoundland and Labrador, to bone marrow tacos in Vancouver — with a few sake-forward cocktails and local Montreal beer tastings in between — Laura eats (and drinks) her way across the country, checking out the best cultural experiences, events and happenings along the way.

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Activités et événements au Time Out Market Montréal

Activités et événements au Time Out Market Montréal

Situé au Centre Eaton de Montréal, Time Out Market Montréal s'étend sur 40 000 pieds carrés de bonne bouffe et de divertissements sous un même toit. Destination culinaire et culturelle en plein cœur du centre-ville, cet immense espace sous une vaste verrière abrite une sélection de restaurants et de chefs triés sur le volet par l'équipe éditoriale de Time Out Montréal—y compris le plus grand brunch en ville. Mais ne vous fiez pas seulement à notre parole. Que se passe-t-il au Time Out Market Montréal ? Découvrez tous les événements et activités en cours.
Events happening at Time Out Market Montréal

Events happening at Time Out Market Montréal

Located in the Centre Eaton de Montréal, Time Out Market Montréal is 40,000 square feet of great food and fun under one roof. A culinary and cultural destination smack dab in the heart of Downtown, the gigantc space below a massive skylight is where you’ll find a handpicked selection of restaurants and chefs by the editorial staff at Time Out Montréal—including the biggest brunch in town. But don't just take our word for it. What are the best activities at Time Out Market Montréal? Check out all the events happening right now.
Best Montreal beaches to visit right now

Best Montreal beaches to visit right now

Montreal is an island. Take advantage of it! From long stretches of sand dotted with tiki-inspired huts to surf spots, our picks for the best beaches in and around Montreal include urban oases, park-adjacent shores and kid-friendly getaways that are always worth the trip (this secret beach should be on your Montreal road trip bucket list—and have you heard about this nudist beach just outside of Montreal). Pack your favourite cheap eats, grab a beach chair and don’t forget the sunscreen. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in MontrealMontreal's best pools to cool off in this summerBest parks in Montreal21 best things to do in Montreal with kids
49 best things to do in Montreal right now

49 best things to do in Montreal right now

UPDATE, March 2025: From where to find the hotspot voted the best Mexican restaurant outside of Mexico, to the most spectacular winter hikes in and around Montreal (or a visit to one of the most stunning cafés in Canada and maybe the world), Montreal—recently ranked one of the best cities in the world—is full of amazing and free things to do right now. Explore one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world, or discover the city's most stunning winter terrasse. Whether you are looking for cheap eats, where to find late-night eats or simply the best family-friendly activites, this list is for you. This essential round-up of Montreal musts is your to-do list whether you're a tourist or a local: from the best bars and speakeasies to the most stellar free museums—it rounds up the most outstanding things to do across the city. RECOMMENDED:Complete guide to the best restaurants in MontrealBest things to do with kids in MontrealBest attractions in MontrealBest Airbnbs in Montreal
The 44 most beautiful places in the world, according to travellers who’ve seen them all

The 44 most beautiful places in the world, according to travellers who’ve seen them all

What is the most beautiful place in the world? Well, beauty is subjective – it’s in the eye of the beholder, so they say – so that’s really up to your own definition. To some, there’s nowhere more beautiful than Bolivia’s otherworldly mirrored salt flats; to others, California’s rugged coast takes the crown.  Luckily, the world isn’t held to the same rigid beauty standards as humans are. We asked our network of globetrotting travel writers to tell us the most beautiful place they’ve ever been to. The resulting list is a definitive, but by no means exhaustive, guide to the most stunning spots our planet has to offer. We update this list regularly, ensuring we’re including the big-hitters while considering the impact of overtourism and spotlighting lesser-known beauty spots. From gigantic glaciers and shape-shifting beaches to ancient woodland and lantern-lit cities, here’s what we reckon are the most beautiful places on Earth – chosen by travel writers who’ve seen them all IRL. Grace Beard is Time Out’s travel editor, based in London. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines and check out our latest travel guides written by local experts.RECOMMENDED:⛰️ The most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites🗺 The most underrated travel destinations in the world🧭 The best places to travel solo🏝 The best beaches in the world
Les 33 meilleurs restaurants du centre-ville de Montréal

Les 33 meilleurs restaurants du centre-ville de Montréal

Qu'il s'agisse de restaurants bon marché, de certains des meilleures terrasses de la ville ou des institutions de premier ordre, le quartier le plus achalandé de la ville offre bien plus que ce que l'on peut imaginer. Découvrez le plus grand supper club du Canada, l'un de nos spots de sandwichs préférés, le patio le plus Instagrammable de la ville et bien plus encore. RECOMMANDÉ :Les meilleurs nouveaux restaurants où manger pas cher en villeLes 20 meilleurs nouveaux restaurants de Montréal21 meilleurs bars sur des toits à MontréalLes 33 meilleurs restaurants de brunch en ville
50 meilleurs restaurants de Montréal

50 meilleurs restaurants de Montréal

MISE À JOUR, mars 2025 : Bienvenue dans la sélection soigneusement élaborée par Time Out des meilleurs restaurants de Montréal, offrant actuellement les plats les plus délicieux de la ville, servis avec une expertise inégalée. Cette liste vise à vous tenir informé de l'effervescence culinaire de la ville — ou les nouveaux restaurants de Montréal à essayer dès que possible — et à vous donner un aperçu de ce qui se passe actuellement. RECOMMANDÉ :Des restaurants de calibre Michelin à MontréalLes meilleurs nouveaux restaurants de Montréal
The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

UPDATE, March 2025: Welcome to Time Out's handpicked selection of the best restaurants in Montreal, home to four of the best restaurants in the world for food right now (not to mention the eponymous restaurant of Top Chef Canada Season 11's winning chef). This list is intended to put your finger on Montreal's pulse—it's all about what's best at the moment, whether it's the hottest new restaurant, a weekend brunch, something iconic, or a stellar cheap eats; these are the places you'll want to eat at again and again and again. RECOMMENDED:Most romantic restaurants in Montreal right nowMichelin star-calibre restaurants in Montreal
Best Pre-Game Spot Around Montreal’s Bell Centre 2025

Best Pre-Game Spot Around Montreal’s Bell Centre 2025

Local beers, award-winning smash burgers, arcades, killer cocktails, and crispy chicken wings—sound tempting? Find it all in a massive space featuring some of the city’s top chefs and restaurants under one roof at Time Out Market Montréal. Nestled inside one of our favourite shopping malls, the Montreal Eaton Centre, it’s the ultimate spot to hockey pre-game. But don't just take our word for it. Check out all the Habs vibes here. RECOMMENDED:Complete guide to the best restaurants in MontrealBest things to do with kids in MontrealBest attractions in Montreal
49 meilleures choses à faire à Montreal maintenant

49 meilleures choses à faire à Montreal maintenant

MISE À JOUR, mars 2025 : Montréal regorge d’activités incroyables et gratuites en ce moment. Explorez les patinoires, ou découvrez les événements les plus sexy à Montréal. Que vous soyez à la recherche des nouveaux restaurants, ou simplement des meilleures activités pour toute la famille, cette liste est faite pour vous. Ce tour d'horizon incontournable des incontournables de Montréal est votre liste de choses à faire, que vous soyez touriste ou local : des meilleurs restaurants aux musées les plus éblouissants - il rassemble les activités les plus remarquables dans l'une des meilleures villes du monde. Trouver de quoi faire à Montréal n'a jamais été plus facile. RECOMMANDÉ : Le guide complet des meilleures activités gratuites à faire à MontréalLes meilleures choses à faire avec des enfants à Montréal50 meilleurs restaurants de Montréal  
Guide pour le défilé de la St-Patrick 2025 à Montréal: Route et Itinéraire

Guide pour le défilé de la St-Patrick 2025 à Montréal: Route et Itinéraire

C'est encore cette période de l'année, lorsque le défilé de la Saint-Patrick à Montréal descend dans les rues pour le grand déploiement de la fierté irlandaise. C'est la 200e fois que la ville accueille ce défilé, où des membres de la communauté irlandaise de toute l'île jouent de la musique, montrent leurs talents de construction de chars allégoriques et s'amusent en général. C'est un jour idéal pour assister à un défilé en famille, ou pour rassembler vos amis afin de vous rafraîchir dans les meilleurs pubs de Montréal, de déguster de la bonne bouffe irlandaise et de prétendre que vous êtes trop malade pour travailler le lendemain. Préparez-vous à porter du vert, à embrasser tous les Irlandais et à boire la meilleure bière de Montréal, et tout ça avant de vous évanouir vers l’heure du souper. RECOMMANDÉ : Le guide complet de la Saint-Patrick à Montréal C’est quoi le défilé de la Saint-Patrick 2025 à Montréal? C'est l'un des plus grands jours de l'année pour la communauté irlandaise de Montréal, qui inonde le centre-ville de tonnes de musique, de danse et d'ambiance (verte) généralisée. Organisé par la United Irish Societies de Montréal, il est composé d'un grand maréchal, d'un officier en chef, d'une reine élue (par le biais d'un concours d'art oratoire) et de princesses. Les fils et les filles natifs de Dublin et d'ailleurs convergent également vers la ville pour manifester leur soutien à l'une des communautés fondatrices de la ville. Quand aura lieu le défilé de la Saint-
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2025: Route, Map & Dates

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2025: Route, Map & Dates

You know spring in Montreal is around the corner when the St. Patrick's Day Parade takes to the streets in a massive display of Irish pride. This year marks the 200th parade the city has hosted where you can find members of the Irish community from across the island playing music, showing off their float-building game and just generally having a great time. It’s a great day to watch a parade with the whole family, or gather your friends to drink your face off in the city's best bars (or grab some cheap eats and pretend you’re too sick to work the next day). Get ready to wear green, kiss anyone who’s Irish, guzzle the best beer in Montreal and pass out before dinner. What is the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal? This is one of the biggest days of the year for the Irish community of Montreal to celebrate in the downtown core with tons of music, dancing and general good (green) vibes. Put tgether by the United Irish Societies of Montreal, it’s complete with a grand marshal, chief officer and an elected queen (via a public speaking competition) and princesses. Native sons and daughters of Dublin and beyond also converge on the city to show their support for one of the foundational communities of the city. When is the St Patricks Day Parade in Montreal in 2025? The 200th Montreal St-Patrick's Parade will take place on Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. What is the path of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2025? The path of the parade will travel from Fort

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Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, provolone, porchetta, carmelized onions, hot peppers, eggplants, coleslaw Porchetta and RapiniSpicy mayo, provolone, porchetta, rapini Cutlet 2.0Mayo, bomba, chicken cutlet, provolone, pickles, giardiniera, lettuce, tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette CutletMayo, provolone, chicken cutlet, hot peppers, eggplants, coleslaw MeatballBasil, oil, mozzarella, burrata meatballs, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers Cheese SteakSteak, cheese blend, cherry peppers SausageAioli, provolone, sausage, hot peppers, eggplants, carmelized onions, coleslaw Sausage and PeppersSpicy mayo, provolone, roasted red peppers, carmelized onions, coleslaw Sausage and RapiniOlive oil, provolone, sausage, hot peppers, rapini Eggplant ParmBasil oil, burrata, fried eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers Chicken ParmBasil oil, mozzarella, chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers, rapini Steak and PepperoniSteak, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, OG sauce Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic reduction, olive oil, salami, capicollo, prosciutto, mortad
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Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, Provolone, Porchetta, Caramelized Onions, Hot Peppers, Eggplants, Coleslaw Cutlet 2.0Mayo, Bomba, Chicken Cutlet, Provolone, Pickles, Giardiniera, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette Chicken Parmesan and RapiniBasil Oil, Mozzarella, Chicken Cutlet, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers, Rapini Eggplant ParmesanBasil Oil, Burrata, Fried Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic Reduction, Olive Oil, Salami, Capicollo, Mortadella, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Provolone, Hot Peppers, Marinated Eggplant, Lettuce, O.G. House Vinaigrette DiavoloAioli, Bomba, Giardiniera, Salami, Calabrese, Capicollo, Fontino, Provolone, Banana Peppers, Marinated Red Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette ClassicoOlive Oil, Pistachio Mortadella, Sliced Lemon, Burrata, Arugula CapreseBasil Oil, Arugula, Tomato, Burrata, Balsamic Reduction Salads Fennel and Arugula CaesarFennel, Arugula, Bacon, Croutons, Parmesan, Lemon, Caesar Vinaigrette House Salad(s)Mixed Lettuce, Cucumber, Red Onion, Tomato, Croutons

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I visited the oldest rum distillery in the world and it was bucket list

I visited the oldest rum distillery in the world and it was bucket list

Crystal water. Blinding white beaches. A rich cultural heritage.  And the oldest rum distillery in the world? Barbados may just be the perfect island. Driving along winding roads flanked by lush sugar cane, I spotted something on the horizon as I made my way to the birthplace of rum. Perched on the northern tip of Barbados in the parish of St. Lucy (there are 11 parishes in Barbados), I counted down the seconds until I arrived at ​​the iconic spot where it all began in 1703.  On the menu: a tour of the original grounds and fully-operational rum-making headquarters, pot stills and bonds. In short, a rum-drinkers paradise. Photograph: Laura Osborne | Time Out Picture 300 acres of rolling fields that serve the world. Dripping in three centuries of history, with some dark periods in the rum distiller’s legacy, Mount Gay was (ironically) originally owned by John Sober in the 1700s. Known as the Oxford plantation, in 1747 Sir John Gay Alleyne arrived, hence the name Mount Gay. Walking out of the impossibly elegant main building, palm fronds swaying in the wind on either side, I put on my hard hat and was ready to go. Photograph: Laura Osborne | Time Out The first thing I learned from my tour guide was the deceptively simple recipe for making one of the world’s most appreciated beverages: water, yeast and molasses. Walking across an impossibly grassy green lawn, the tour started at the discreet stone shed that houses Mount Gay’s artesian well.  Photograph: Laura Osborne | Time
Power outage for almost 65,000 Quebecers due to freezing rain and ice accumulation

Power outage for almost 65,000 Quebecers due to freezing rain and ice accumulation

This weekend, Environment Canada issued a weather warning predicting freezing rain and up to 10 millimetres of ice accumulation. As of this morning, Hydro-Québec crews are working to restore power for almost 65,000 customers due to the messy weather conditions over the weekend. According to Hydro-Québec, many of the outages were a result of tree branches falling on power lines after being weighed down. Photograph: Shutterstock/ Marc Bruxelle Freezing rain also impacted Ontario this weekend, leaving 390,000 customers without power as of Monday morning.  According to the utility, full restoration could take several days. Photograph: Shutterstock / LisaCarter How many addresses are without power?  There are currently 63,481 addresses affected out of 4,437,555, with 333 interruptions, across Quebec. How do I report a power outage in Montreal? You can call 1 800 790-2424, and if there is a risk to public safety, call 911. How do I find out if there's a power cut in my area? You can check ongoing outages, planned service interruptions and status by region by clicking on the Hydro-Québec website here. How to stay safe in an ice storm? If you are experiencing an exceptional winter ice storm, here are some updates and instructions from the Canadian Red Cross: Have your emergency kit ready. Be prepared for power outages. Carbon monoxide kills: never use a generator, BBQ, propane inside an enclosed area. Follow official instructions during snow removal and clean up. Before a storm F
Le Montréalais Mirko D’Agata sacré champion du monde de la pizza

Le Montréalais Mirko D’Agata sacré champion du monde de la pizza

C’est officiel : le champion du monde de la pizza napolitaine est à Montréal. Le pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata, chef exécutif des pizzérias No.900 et Morso, a décroché le prestigieux titre de champion du monde de la pizza. Lors de l’International Pizza Challenge à Las Vegas, où les meilleurs pizzaiolos du monde s’affrontent, le chef Mirko D’Agata s’est illustré dans la catégorie Pizza Napolitaine. Parmi les cinq finalistes de sa catégorie, c’est sa pizza marinara qui a conquis les juges et lui a permis de décrocher la première place tant convoitée. Photograph: Pizza No. 900 / @no900pizza / Facebook D’autres talents québécois étaient également en compétition : Simon Melki, de la pizzéria No.900 sur l’avenue Monkland, et son collègue Samuel Goddard Gauthier (No.900 à Bromont), se sont respectivement classés 22e et 10e dans les catégories Pan Pizza et Non-Traditionnelle. Fiodar Huminski, également des pizzérias No.900 et Morso, a quant à lui décroché la médaille de bronze dans la catégorie Américaine Traditionnelle. Astuce Time Out : Pour célébrer cette grande victoire, les pizzérias No.900 envoient des SMS offrant une entrée apéritivo gratuite—valide jusqu’au 1ᵉʳ avril 2025. À Montréal, que ce soit al taglio, napolitaine, new-yorkaise ou détroit, les meilleures pizzérias de la ville maîtrisent tous les styles.  Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Quelle est la meilleure pizza au monde ? L’International Pizza Challenge de cette année comprend cinq divisions : Traditionnelle, Non-
Montreal ice storm: Up to 10 millimetres of ice and freezing rain incoming

Montreal ice storm: Up to 10 millimetres of ice and freezing rain incoming

Is Montreal preparing for another ice storm? A freezing rain warning was issued for Montreal and Southern Quebec today, with ice pellets and gusty winds. According to Environment Canada, snow mixed with ice pellets will arrive early Sunday morning then change to freezing rain late in the morning. Freezing rain warnings are issued when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates ice build-up and icy surfaces. Gusty winds and a wind chill -11C will also be in the weather mix.   Several hours of freezing rain could cause up to 10 millimetres of ice build up, making surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots icy and slippery.  Photograph: Shutterstock/ Marc Bruxelle Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. The update also warns that ice build-up may cause tree branches to break. Time Out Tip: make sure to be prepared in the event of an ice storm power outage. Photograph: Shutterstock / ND700 How to stay safe in an ice storm? If you are experiencing an exceptional winter ice storm, here are some updates and instructions from the Canadian Red Cross: Have your emergency kit ready. Be prepared for power outages. Carbon monoxide kills: never use a generator, BBQ, propane inside an enclosed area. Follow official instructions during snow removal and clean up. Before the storm Find out if you live in an area where winter storms could happen by contacting your municipality. You can also find up-to-date information on severe storm conditions,
I went to the Countess Cabaret starring Luann de Lesseps and it was a Real Housewives wet dream

I went to the Countess Cabaret starring Luann de Lesseps and it was a Real Housewives wet dream

It’s official: Life is a cabaret. The OG diva of the Real Housewives franchise, Luann de Lesseps, touched down in Montreal for one night only, and it felt like a fever dream. I met the Countess in the lobby of her hotel in downtown Montreal, and she looked every inch the glamorous Bravo royal that she is—even down to her hat (made by a U.K. milliner who just received a royal warrant from Queen Camilla, bien sur).  We sat down in a quiet corner of the bar and chatted about the Montreal neighbourhood she was staying in, the Canadian dates for her hit show Countess Cabaret (get ready, Vancouver and Calgary), and her newest projects (including an episode of Murdoch Mysteries airing April 7, 2025). And, of course, pirates. All I could think was: “Be cool. Don’t be all, like, uncool.” Ending our conversation with a little French, she whisked off to get ready for her evening show. A few hours later I was watching her on stage at the Rialto Theatre in Montreal's Mile End, giving the performance of her life, including self-deprecating anecdotes about her sex life that had the crowd roaring, multiple outfit changes that were feeling Jovani, and a live interactive trivia session with the audience. Photograph: Laura Osborne | Time Out Bonus: highlight reels of her most memorable Real Housewives moments played on a big screen behind her as she belted out favourites like Money Can’t Buy You Class (my friends!). Photograph: Laura Osborne | Time Out The Countess sat down with Time Out Mo
Montreal pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata was just crowned world pizza champion

Montreal pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata was just crowned world pizza champion

It’s official: the world champion of Neapolitan pizza is in Montréal.   Pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata, executive chef of Pizzerias No.900 and Morso, has won the prestigious title of world pizza champion. Stealing the show in the Neapolitan Pizza category at the International Pizza Challenge in Las Vegas (where the best pizzaiolos in the world go to compete), Chef Mirko D’Agata was one of five chefs who advanced to the final.  Spoiler alert: the chef’s marinara pizza was the slice that won over the judges, earning him the coveted first place. Photograph: Pizza No. 900 / @no900pizza / Facebook And there was more Québec representation: Pizzaiolo Simon Melki from the Pizzerias No.900 Monkland branch, and his colleague Samuel Goddard Gauthier (No.900 in Bromont), placed 22nd and 10th in the Pan Pizza and Non-Traditional categories, respectively. Fiodar Huminski, also of Pizzerias No.900 and Morso, won bronze in the Traditional American category. Time Out Tip: to celebrate the big win, Pizzerias No.900 is sending out SMS messages that entitle guests to a complimentary l’entrée apérativo—valid until April 1, 2025. When it comes to pizza in Montreal, from al taglio and Neapolitan to New York and Detroit, the best pizza in the city has every style covered. Photograph: Moleskine | Time Out Market Montréal What is the #1 pizza in the world? This year’s International Pizza Challenge 5 divisions: Traditional, Non-Traditional, Neapolitan/STG, Pan, & World’s Best Cheese Slice, which resulted
Le Canada parmi les 20 pays les plus heureux du monde en 2025 – voici pourquoi

Le Canada parmi les 20 pays les plus heureux du monde en 2025 – voici pourquoi

La liste tant convoitée des pays les plus heureux du monde a été révélée, et bien que le Canada figure dans le top 20, il a perdu quelques places par rapport à l’année dernière. Malgré son classement parmi les meilleures destinations pour voyager seul en 2025 et son titre de deuxième pays le plus convoité au monde, le Canada est en recul dans le classement du bonheur cette année. Le Rapport mondial sur le bonheur 2025 s’est concentré sur l’impact du partage et de la solidarité sur le bien-être des populations. Photograph: Shutterstock / EB Adventure Photography Où se classe le Canada parmi les pays les plus heureux du monde en 2025 ? Selon le Rapport mondial sur le bonheur 2025, le Canada se classe au 18ᵉ rang des pays les plus heureux du monde, en baisse par rapport à la 15ᵉ place en 2023 et à la 5ᵉ place en 2011. Une baisse notable de la qualité de vie perçue par les Canadiens a été rapportée, passant de 7,5 sur 10 en 2011 à environ 6,8 en 2024. Le Canada s’était classé dans le top 10 en 2013, atteignant la 6ᵉ place. Cette année, le rapport, axé sur le partage et la bienveillance, a mis en lumière un pessimisme généralisé concernant la volonté des gens d’aider les autres. Cependant, des études citées dans le rapport ont remis en question cette perception : des chercheurs ayant volontairement égaré des portefeuilles dans plusieurs villes du monde ont constaté que les habitants étaient bien plus enclins à les restituer que ne le prédisaient les sondages. Le classement repos
Prévisions de tempête à Montréal : jusqu'à 15 cm de neige lourde et de pluie verglaçante ce week-end

Prévisions de tempête à Montréal : jusqu'à 15 cm de neige lourde et de pluie verglaçante ce week-end

MISE À JOUR, 27 mars 2025 : Environnement Canada vient de publier un bulletin météorologique spécial concernant la neige attendue sur le sud et le sud-ouest du Québec le samedi 29 mars 2025. Un système dépressionnaire pourrait apporter des accumulations de neige importantes à Montréal et dans les Cantons-de-l'Est, du vendredi soir jusqu'à la mi-journée samedi. Le rapport avertit que la neige pourrait se transformer en grésil. Si vous n'avez pas encore vu les prévisions officielles du printemps pour Montréal, préparez-vous. Avant même d’entrer en avril, un système majeur apportant un mélange de neige, de pluie verglaçante, de vents forts et de pluie est en route. Un important système en provenance des États-Unis devrait frapper le Québec ce week-end et durer jusqu'à trois jours. Le Québec pourrait être fortement touché samedi, dimanche et lundi, avec des vents violents compliquant la situation. Plusieurs types de précipitations sont attendus, alors les Montréalais doivent se préparer à un véritable cocktail météo, une situation qui ne s'est pas produite souvent depuis décembre 2024. Ce système majeur pourrait produire de la neige soutenue, parfois mêlée à d'importantes quantités de pluie verglaçante. Photograph: Shutterstock/ Marc Bruxelle L’an dernier, entre 20 et 30 cm de neige lourde sont tombés les 3 et 4 avril. De fortes rafales ont provoqué des centaines de milliers de pannes de courant au Québec. Il y a près de deux ans, une tempête de pluie verglaçante a frappé le Qu
Montreal storm forecast: up to 15 cm of heavy snow and freezing rain to hit this weekend

Montreal storm forecast: up to 15 cm of heavy snow and freezing rain to hit this weekend

UPDATE, March 27, 2025: Environment Canada has just issued a special weather statement regarding snow over southern and southwestern Quebec on Saturday, March 29, 2025. A low pressure system may bring significant snowfall amounts to Montreal and the Eastern Townships from Friday evening to Saturday midday. The report warns that snow could change over to ice pellets. If you haven’t seen the official spring forecast for Montreal, you might want to brace yourself. Before we even reach April, a heavy system bringing a messy mix of snow, freezing rain, wind and more rain is on its way. A significant system coming from the U.S. is expected to hit Quebec this weekend, lasting up to three days.  Quebec could be heavily affected on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, with strong winds complicating the situation.  Several types of precipitation are expected, so Montrealers should get ready for a real weather mix, something that hasn’t happened often since December, 2024. This major system could produce steady snow, occasionally mixed with freezing rain in large amounts. Photograph: Shutterstock/ Marc Bruxelle Does Montreal get snow in March? Last year, 20 to 30 cm of heavy snow fell on April 3 and 4. Strong gusts caused hundreds of thousands of power outages in Quebec. Nearly two years ago, an ice storm struck Quebec in early April. Over one million power outages were reported due to the freezing rain, which reached 35 mm in some areas. Photograph: Shutterstock / ND700 When will the sno
Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball in Canada: presale, dates and everything you need to know

Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball in Canada: presale, dates and everything you need to know

Lady Gaga is coming back to Canada this fall, and bringing The Mayhem Bell tour with her. She'll be touring 16 cities across Canada, Europe and the U.S., with only two Canadian stops on the 2025 tour. Canadian Little Monsters wanting to catch an at-home show will be flocking to one giant arena on back-to-back nights this September. The American singer-songwriter posted the following message on her Instagram: “I wasn’t planning to tour this year after my shows in Singapore but the incredible response to the new album inspired me to keep things going. It came together super quickly thanks to Arthur Fogel and the amazing team at Live Nation, who planned a global tour in just a few weeks. We chose arenas this time to give me the opportunity to control the details of the show in a way you simply can’t in stadiums—and honestly, I can’t wait. This show is designed to be the kind of theatrical and electrifying experience that brings Mayhem to life exactly how I envision it. The Mayhem Ball Tour is officially coming your way. See you soon, monsters.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) Is Lady Gaga coming to Montreal on tour? Lady Gaga’s North American tour will unfortunately not be coming to Montreal in 2025. Is Lady Gaga touring in 2025? The Mayhem Ball Tour will be touring 16 cities across Canada, Europe and the U.S. on these dates: 04/26 Mexico City, Mexico - Estadio GNP Seguros04/27 Mexico City, Mexico - Estadio GNP Seguros05/03 Rio
Enjoy this sugar shack experience in the heart of downtown Montreal

Enjoy this sugar shack experience in the heart of downtown Montreal

UPDATE, March 26: Time Out Market Montréal's sugar shack menu will be back for a limited time from March 27 to March 30, 2025 ! Fried chicken, poutine, maple butter and foie gras? The sugar shack is coming to downtown Montreal—maple taffy included. Head to Climats at Time Out Market Montréal, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal The mastermind behind Climats—a modern brasserie highlighting local flavours—is Chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère, the renowned chef at the helm of Le Coureur des Bois bistro, La Cabane du Coureur (an elevated sugar shack experience with a refined, seasonal menu celebrating Quebec’s culinary heritage, wine pairings and a classic maple taffy on snow), and Restaurant H3.  Photograph: Climats | Time Out Market Montréal The limited edition sugar shack menu at Climats combines sweet and savoury menu. We’re talking about a lobster roll with crispy pork rinds; fried chicken, poutine, maple butter and foie gras sauce; pouding chômeur with maple syrup and vanilla ice cream, and of course, maple taffy. Photograph: Matt Ayotte | Chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère Wash it all down with a pint (or two) from Benelux, the Market’s microbrewery of the month, or one of the specialty cocktails inspired by Montreal’s favourite neighbourhoods. Come for a delicious food experience for the whole family, and stay for the sugar shack vibes and decor inspired by maple syrup cans! Just another reason to love T
Vivez l’expérience de la cabane à sucre en plein cœur du centre-ville de Montréal

Vivez l’expérience de la cabane à sucre en plein cœur du centre-ville de Montréal

MISE À JOUR, 26 mars : Le menu de cabane à sucre du Time Out Market Montréal sera de retour pour une durée limitée, du 27 au 30 mars 2025 ! Poulet frit, poutine, beurre d’érable et foie gras ? La cabane à sucre débarque au centre-ville de Montréal—avec tire d’érable inclus. Rendez-vous chez Climats au Time Out Market Montréal, un espace qui réunit certains des meilleurs chefs et restaurants de la ville sous un même toit. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Derrière Climats, une brasserie moderne mettant en avant les saveurs locales, se trouve le chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère, renommé pour son travail à Le Coureur des Bois, La Cabane du Coureur (une cabane à sucre gastronomique offrant un menu raffiné et saisonnier avec accords mets-vins et une tire d’érable classique sur neige), et Restaurant H3. Photograph: Climats | Time Out Market Montréal Le menu en édition limitée de la cabane à sucre chez Climats offre un parfait équilibre entre sucré et salé. On y retrouve une guédille de homard accompagnée de couenne de porc croustillante, du poulet frit servi avec de la poutine, beurre d’érable et sauce au foie gras, ainsi qu’un pouding chômeur à l’érable accompagné de glace à la vanille.  Et bien sûr, impossible de passer à côté de la traditionnelle tire d’érable. Photograph: Matt Ayotte | Chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère Accompagnez votre festin d’une pinte de Benelux, la microbrasserie du mois au Marché, ou d’un cocktail inspiré des quartiers montréalais. Venez vivre une expérien