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The Bulletin: Cold raves, beer memberships, and film festivals galore [Issue #164]
The Bulletin is a collection of what's happened, what’s happening, and what’s to come in and around Montreal.
François Legault resigns as CAQ leader
Quebec premier steps down after months of historically low polling numbers.
An easy guide to Montreal's $7.7B budget (and its 2026-2035 investment plan)
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada's first budget promises to tackle homelessness and housing while cutting jobs and delaying projects.
Quebec wants to allow alcohol purchases from other provinces, but it's not that simple
The province says cross-provincial alcohol sales could happen by May. The national trade landscape suggests otherwise.
Igloofest 2026 is coming, here's what to expect
Montreal's coldest festival returns to the Old Port in January, then takes its winter party nationwide.
Brasserie Harricana has closed after 11 years in Little Italy
It's last call for the beloved Jean-Talon microbrewery, which served its last pints on December 22.
Montreal Critics' Week returns with world premieres and a Filipino cinema spotlight
The film festival moves to a bigger venue with 26 films, heavy hitters like Lav Diaz and Robert Morin, and a tribute to the late Mike De Leon.
This year's Dômesicle parties dive deep into Montreal's underground collectives
2026 marks Dômesicle's 10th anniversary, and to celebrate, the SAT’s serving up a full program from Montreal’s underground scene.
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The Bulletin: Three generations of Italian sandwiches, a best bartender crowned, and techno bliss [Issue #163]
The Bulletin is a collection of what's happened, what’s happening, and what’s to come in and around Montreal.
Café Gentile opens in the West Island, and this time, it's personal
Anthony Gentile spent ten years building up his family's café across Montreal. His fourth location brings him back to old stomping grounds.
Marcus Night Bar launches a tasting menu for cocktails
Five cocktails at two-thirds size, designed for exploration without obliteration.
Bota Bota is building a second floating spa in the Old Port
We're going to need a bigger (and more relaxing) boat.