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What's happening, what you might have missed and what's to come in Montreal.

Remembering Debbie Zakaib, who changed Quebec fashion and transformed its food scene
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Remembering Debbie Zakaib, who changed Quebec fashion and transformed its food scene

She founded mmode and gave Quebec fashion a unified voice, brought the Michelin Guide to Montreal, and put the province on North America's 50 Best list.

The best things to do in Montreal this weekend (Dec 11 to 14, 2025)
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The best things to do in Montreal this weekend (Dec 11 to 14, 2025)

Here are the best things to do in Montreal this weekend, from holiday markets and festive brunches to hyperpop parties and The Nutcracker.

Canadians get free access and discounts on national parks, museums, and train travel this winter
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Canadians get free access and discounts on national parks, museums, and train travel this winter

Plus discounts on travel and glamping all across the Great White North.

The Bulletin: A hyperpop party, live blacksmithing, a toy drive, and late-night raves [Issue #159]
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The Bulletin: A hyperpop party, live blacksmithing, a toy drive, and late-night raves [Issue #159]

The Bulletin is a collection of what's happened, what’s happening, and what’s to come in and around Montreal.

Where to party and dine during  New Year's Eve in Montreal
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Where to party and dine during New Year's Eve in Montreal

It's New Year's Eve in Montreal: A massive guide to the top NYE dinners and parties from dozens of restaurants and clubs.

200 handpicked artisans returns to Montreal for the 69th time
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200 handpicked artisans returns to Montreal for the 69th time

The Salon des métiers d'art du Québec takes over the Palais des congrès December 11–21 with slow shopping, exhibitions, and demonstrations of craft in action.

Old Port's free New Year's Eve celebration Grand Minuit is back for a midnight countdown to 2026
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Old Port's free New Year's Eve celebration Grand Minuit is back for a midnight countdown to 2026

The Old Port's free New Year's celebration returns with Patrick Watson, Pierre Kwenders, and others leading up to a midnight countdown.

After three years, Bonheur d'Occasion is closing—but there's more to come
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After three years, Bonheur d'Occasion is closing—but there's more to come

The acclaimed Notre-Dame West bistro serves its final plates December 20, with a new project on the horizon.