Blog Posts

Is Montreal a Safe City? A Ground-Level Look at Safety, Life, and Everyday Reality

People ask is Montreal a safe city for the same reason they ask it about any large place they don’t know yet. Safety isn’t abstract.

How to Pay for the Bus in Montreal in 2026

If you’re trying to figure out how to pay for the bus in Montreal, the system in 2026 hasn’t changed much and is easy once you’ve used it once or twice.

Can You Drink Tap Water in Montreal?

This is one of those questions people don’t usually ask until they actually arrive. You walk into an apartment, a hotel, or an Airbnb, you see the tap, and you hesitate for a second. Can you drink tap water in Montreal, or should you go buy bottled water first?

Renting in Plateau vs Rosemont vs Downtown – What’s the Difference?

Choosing where to live in Montréal is rarely just about finding an apartment. It’s about daily rhythm, noise levels, how far you walk for groceries, whether you hear traffic at night, and how easy it is to get across the city without thinking twice.

What Is the Best Pet for Apartments? A Practical Guide for Montreal Renters and Property Owners

Living in a Montreal apartment often means limited space, shared walls, and building policies that vary from address to address. That doesn’t stop many renters from wanting a new friend at home, but not every animal is well-suited for smaller living spaces.

Moving to Montreal for Work: How to Settle In Without Stress

Moving to Montreal for work often starts as an exciting idea and slowly turns into a long list of questions. A new job, a new country, a new city — and suddenly everything feels unfamiliar. Where will you live? How fast do you need to decide?

Best Areas Near Metro Stations for Monthly and Medium-Term Rentals

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile End, Downtown (Ville-Marie), and Côte-des-Neiges are all lively districts with adequate public transportation. They are also wonderful places to hunt for great monthly and medium-term rentals near Montreal Metro stations.

Can 16-Year-Olds Rent an Apartment in Canada?

Many families and young people ask the same question every year: Can you rent an apartment at 16 in Canada?

Can 16-Year-Olds Rent an Apartment in Canada?

Many families and young people ask the same question every year: Can you rent an apartment at 16 in Canada?