SPORT IS IN OUR DNA
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SPORT IS IN OUR DNA
SPORT IS IN OUR DNA PLAN FOR SUCCESS At the confluence of North America and Europe, Montréal is a safe and friendly city offering world-class facilities. We can accommodate your event and inspire your athletes. The possibilities are endless! MONTRÉAL’S TRACK RECORD / 1976 OLYMPIC GAMES / 1985 WORLD GYNMASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS / 2005 FINA WORLD SWIMMING LET THE FIGURES SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES Over 600 direct flights land daily just 20 minutes from downtown. There are over 24,000 rooms, 12,000 located downtown, including 4,000 connected to the Palais des congrès de Montréal (Convention Centre) via an underground pedestrian network. Choose from a wide selection of accommodations, from trendy boutique hotels in Old Montréal to major hotel chains downtown, or quaint B&B lodgings in the Plateau neighbourhood. University residences also offer an interesting alternative. CHAMPIONSHIPS / 2006 ISU WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SHORT TRACK SPEED SKATING / 2007 PRESIDENTS CUP GOLF / 2007-2012 NASCAR NATIONWIDE SERIES CAR RACING / 2009 NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE ALL-STAR GAME READY AND WAITING FOR YOU! / 2014 SCOTTIES CURLING TOURNA- Tourisme Montréal will help make your work easier through a host of valuable services and resources, including: / 2014 FINA WORLD MASTERS ▪▪ Coordinating RFP requests ▪▪ Organizing site inspections ▪▪ Preparing bid documents ▪▪ Securing commitments from hotels, sports facilities and other partners ▪▪ Providing attendance-building tools ▪▪ Offering financial assistance ▪▪ Providing a dedicated Senior Convention Services Manager to assist with all your needs. MENT OF HEARTS CHAMPIONSHIPS / 2014 WORLD SHORT TRACK SPEED SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS / 2015 IIHF WORLD JUNIOR HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP / 2015 FIFA WOMEN’S SOCCER WORLD CUP And that’s only the beginning. There are countless other ways we can assist you in making your Montréal event the most memorable yet. / 2016 CANADA FIS CROSS- For more information, contact us: sport@mtl.org. / 2017 FIG ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS COUNTRY WORLD CUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS RECURRING EVENTS / FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DU CANADA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP RACE / GRAND PRIX CYCLISTE DE MONTRÉAL — UCI WORLDTOUR / ROCK ‘N’ ROLL OASIS MONTREAL MARATHON 1. © TENNIS CANADA 2. © LUC LANDRY, CSCR 3. © DANIEL CHAYER 4. © GILLES PROULX 5. © TOURISME MONTRÉAL, STÉPHAN POULIN 6. © OCTANE MANAGEMENT 7. © MONTRÉAL CANADIENS HOCKEY CLUB 8. © LUC LANDRY, CSCR 9. © PARTENARIAT DU QUARTIER DES SPECTACLES 10. © CENTRE PIERRE-CHARBONNEAU 11. © LUC LANDRY, CSCR 12. © GILLES PROULX 13. © GROUPE ANTONOPOULOS 14. © BANQUE SCOTIA 21K DE MONTRÉAL AND 5K 15. © PÉPÉ 16. © OLIVIER GARIÉPY, PHOTOGRAPHE / ROGERS CUP (PROFESSIONNAL TENNIS TOURNAMENT) A major sports city, Montréal possesses considerable assets when it comes to accommodating all types of sporting events: modern facilities, qualified coaches and top-level athletes, not to mention the excellent hosting quality and incomparable joie de vivre of its inhabitants. We have demonstrated our organizational and technical expertise on multiple occasions by attracting large-scale national and international sporting events. World-class events High performance facilities 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Always a warm welcome 10 14 A part of our heritage 11 15 16 BELL CENTRE © Montréal Canadiens Hockey Club 1909 CANADIENS DE MONTRÉAL AVENUE MONTRÉAL PRO SITE MTL VENUES BELL CENTRE The Bell Centre is an undisputed hockey mecca and home of the Montréal Canadiens, the oldest and most respected team in the National Hockey League and in the world. Each year, the venerable franchise attracts more than 1 million spectators to their home games. Since its inauguration in 1996, the Bell Centre has also been the leading venue for entertainment and business events in Montréal. Employing cutting-edge technology to achieve the perfect ambiance in sight, sound and comfort, the Bell Centre hosts more than 120 events and 650,000 visitors each year. It is clearly at the top of the Montréal venue list. PRO SITE SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Basketball ▪▪ Boxing/MMA ▪▪ Curling ▪▪ Figure Skating © Montréal Canadiens Hockey Club VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 23,000 spectator capacity ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Stage for medal ceremonies ▪▪ Restaurants ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Storage rooms ▪▪ Ice Hockey ▪▪ Lacrosse ▪▪ Tennis TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Lucien L’Allier (Orange line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes 1909 CANADIENS DE MONTRÉAL AVENUE, MONTRÉAL, QC H3BB 5E8 CENTREBELL.CA LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL BELL CENTRE MTL.ORG CLAUDE-ROBILLARD SPORTS COMPLEX © Olivier Gariepy, photographe 1000 ÉMILE-JOURNAULT AVENUE MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC SITE MTL VENUES CLAUDE-ROBILLARD SPORTS COMPLEX The spirit of the 1976 Olympic Games lives on in Montréal through the excellence of the world-class facilities built for the event. One of the most popular is the Claude-Robillard Sports Complex which continues to host national and international competitions. The site is also home to five high-performance training groups and welcomes some 20 sport associations, several of which are elite-level. The grounds feature a number of installations including slow pitch diamonds, a running track, tennis courts, soccer and football fields and more. This exceptional environment has hosted the Handball, Water Polo Olympic and Track and Field Olympic Trials. 1976 OLYMPIC SITE SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Athletics ▪▪ Archery ▪▪ Badminton ▪▪ Baseball ▪▪ Basketball ▪▪ Boxing ▪▪ Diving ▪▪ Fencing ▪▪ Figure Skating ▪▪ Gymnastics ▪▪ Handball ▪▪ Hockey ▪▪ Judo ▪▪ Karate ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ Racquetball Ringuette Soccer/Football Softball Squash Swimming Table Tennis Taekwondo Tennis Volleyball Water Polo Weightlifting Wrestling TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Crémazie (Orange line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes © Claude Robillard Sports Complex VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 11,500 spectator capacity outside and up to 5,000 inside the Omnisports room ▪▪ Practice and exercise rooms available on site ▪▪ Outdoor training area ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees and dignitary lounge ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Vending machines (healthy menu) ▪▪ Stage for medal ceremonies ▪▪ Free wireless ▪▪ Massotherapy & physiotherapy on site ▪▪ Press gallery 1000 ÉMILE-JOURNAULT AVENUE, MONTRÉAL, QC H2M 2E7 VILLE.MONTREAL.QC.CA/CSCR CLAUDE-ROBILLARD SPORTS COMPLEX DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 9.9 km / 6.15 mi. Travel Time: 19 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. MTL.ORG MAURICE-RICHARD ARENA © Luc Landry 2800 VIAU STREET MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC SITE MTL VENUES MAURICE-RICHARD ARENA Located a short walk from the Olympic Village, Maurice Richard Arena bears the name of Montréal Canadiens hockey legend and popular hero Maurice “Rocket” Richard. With an Olympic-size ice surface (30 x 60 metres), it’s the second largest arena on the Island of Montréal with grandstand capacity of 4,800. This may be expanded by 2,500 with the placement of seats on the ground level. The absence of columns means an unobstructed view for all participants, no matter the event. Maurice-Richard Arena is currently used on a regular basis as the training site of the Canadian short track speed skating team. It also hosts numerous concerts, exhibitions, and national and international competitions. 1976 OLYMPIC SITE SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Curling ▪▪ Figure Skating ▪▪ Ice Hockey ▪▪ Ringuette ▪▪ Speed Skating – Short Track TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Viau (Green line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 9.1 km / 5.65 mi. Travel Time: 15 minutes © Olivier Gariepy, photographe VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 4,800 spectator capacity ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees and dignitary lounge ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Snack ▪▪ Stage for medal ceremonies ▪▪ Wireless Internet ▪▪ Central Sound System ▪▪ Technical catwalk ▪▪ Electronic scoreboard ▪▪ Box office 2800 VIAU STREET MONTRÉAL, QC H1V 3J3 MAURICE-RICHARD ARENA DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. MTL.ORG MONTRÉAL SOCCER STADIUM © Stade de Soccer de Montréal 9235 PAPINEAU AVENUE MONTRÉAL MTL VENUES MONTRÉAL SOCCER STADIUM Located in the Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension borough, the Montréal Soccer Stadium is a symbol of local innovation and creativity, constituting the figurehead of a new generation of buildings designed to minimize their environmental footprint. Made of wood and recycled materials, the building is energy efficient, while sports facilities and related spaces meet the highest quality standards. Nothing was left to chance to offer players the best conditions possible. The interior is bathed in beautiful natural light thanks to the glass walls that envelop three sides of the structure, offering stunning views of the Saint-Michel Environmental Complex. The site is perfect for training, competitions, and friendly matches. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS OUTDOORS : ▪▪ Lighted 9- or 11-player field dividable into two 7-player fields ▪▪ Four 5-player fields ▪▪ FIFA 2 Star artificial turf playing surface ▪▪ 600 seated places in the stands ▪▪ Flexible area adjacent to the building for hosting events or pre-game warm-ups © Stade de Soccer de Montréal INDOORS: ▪▪ 11-player field dividable into two 9-player fields or three 7-player fields ▪▪ Playing surface with artificial turf ▪▪ 750 seated places in the stands ▪▪ 12 team changing rooms with lockers ▪▪ Event area ▪▪ Catering area ▪▪ Specialized boutique ▪▪ Multimedia room ▪▪ Fitness room ▪▪ Physiotherapy room ▪▪ Universal accessibility 9235 PAPINEAU AVENUE, MONTRÉAL QC H2M 2G5 VILLE.MONTREAL.QC.CA/STADEDESOCCER MONTRÉAL SOCCER STADIUM SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Football ▪▪ Quidditch ▪▪ Soccer ▪▪ Ultimate frisbee TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ Crémazie Métro (Orange Line) ▪▪ Parking available Aéroport international Montréal-Pierre-Elliott Trudeau (20 minutes du centre-ville) CENTRE-VILLE DE MONTRÉAL DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 9.7 km / 6.2 mi. Travel time: 20 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. MTL.ORG OLYMPIC PARK © Tourisme Montréal 4141 PIERRE-DE COUBERTIN AVENUE MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC SITE MTL VENUES OLYMPIC PARK Built for the 1976 Summer Olympic Games, Montréal’s Olympic Stadium is the only facility in Québec with the capacity to welcome more than 60,000 people under one roof. The Olympic Park Sports Centre, for the use of high performance athletes as well as the general public, features Québec’s largest aquatic centre with seven pools, a training room, a multi-sport venue and a sport medicine centre. 1976 OLYMPIC SITE VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 65,000 spectator capacity at the Olympic Stadium ▪▪ 2,777 spectator capacity at the pool facilities ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Storage rooms ▪▪ Stage for medals ceremony ▪▪ Café and Boutique ▪▪ Soccer ▪▪ Swimming ▪▪ Synchronized swimming ▪▪ Water Polo TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Viau or Pie IX (Green line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 8.7 km / 5.4 mi. Travel Time: 14 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. © Jean-François Hamelin SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Diving ▪▪ Fencing ▪▪ Football (Canadian) ▪▪ Gymnastics ▪▪ Judo 4141 PIERRE-DE COUBERTIN AVENUE, MONTRÉAL, QC H1V 3N7 PARCOLYMPIQUE.QC.CA/CENTRESPORTIF OLYMPIC PARK OF MONTRÉAL DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL MTL.ORG PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉAL © Marc Cramer 1001 PLACE JEAN-PAUL RIOPELLE MONTRÉAL MTL VENUES PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉAL Palais des congrès is located at the heart of the action in Montréal. Standing at the intersections of the international business district, the arts and entrainment district, Chinatown and Old Montréal. The glass exterior featuring the colors of the rainbow is a photographer’s dream-come-true. For competitors and visitors alike, the Palais will provide an unforgettable experience. It offers versatile, funtional and user-friendly facilities to host various indoor competitions. SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Body Building ▪▪ Grappling ▪▪ Gymnastics ▪▪ Karate ▪▪ Powerlifting ▪▪ Table Tennis ▪▪ Taekwondo ▪▪ Wrestling © Stéphan Poulin VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ Practice and exercise rooms available on site (setup required) ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees and VIPs ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Commercial mall ▪▪ Full accessibility for people with reduced mobility ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Storage rooms 1001 PLACE JEAN-PAUL RIOPELLE, MONTRÉAL, QC H2Z 1H2 CONGRESMTL.COM TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Place d’Armes (Orange line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉAL MTL.ORG PARC JEAN-DRAPEAU © Gilles Proulx 1 CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC + PRO SITE MTL VENUES PARC JEAN-DRAPEAU Parc Jean-Drapeau has one of the most beautiful outdoor aquatic complexes in Canada. The former training venue for the swimming events at the 1976 Olympics, it was completely renovated to accommodate the 2005 FINA Championships. Today, the Complex has three pools: the fastest competition swimming pool in Canada, a diving pool, and a recreational gradual-slope pool with a cushioned rubber mat for young children. Dating from 1976, the Olympic Basin welcomes rowing, canoeing, and dragon boat sports groups in addition to hosting high-level championships and competitions. The Olympic Basin is over 2.2 km long, 110 m wide and 2.5 m deep. With its calm waters and facilities unique to North America, the Basin is much admired by rowing sports enthusiasts. The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, measuring 4.361 km, is home not only to the Formula 1 vehicles of the Canadian Grand Prix, but also to fans of biking, rollerblading, jogging and walking! Parc Jean-Drapeau remains the busiest park in Montréal for more than one reason: 25 km of bike paths and walking trails, a beach where you can rent watercrafts and play volleyball, two museums, the La Ronde amusement park, outdoor public artworks and the Casino de Montréal. 1976 OLYMPIC + PRO SITE © Gilles Proulx, Parc Jean-Drapeau VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ Completely renovated indoor water sports training facility ▪▪ Practice and exercise rooms available on site prior to competition ▪▪ Separate changing rooms for competitors, referees and VIPs ▪▪ Volunteer reception area ▪▪ Storage rooms ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Stage for medal ceremonies ▪▪ Competition pool with 10 lanes of 50 m, depth of 3 m and a water temperature maintained at 26 ºC / 79 ºF 1 CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE, MONTRÉAL, QC H3C 1A9 PARCJEANDRAPEAU.COM SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Athletics/ Cross-Country ▪▪ Beach Volleyball ▪▪ Canoe-Kayak ▪▪ Car Racing ▪▪ Cycling ▪▪ Diving ▪▪ Dragon Boat ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ Triathlon Rollerblading Rowing Swimming Synchronized Swimming ▪▪ Water Polo DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Jean-Drapeau (Yellow line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes PARC JEAN-DRAPEAU DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 6.2 km / 3.85 mi. Travel Time: 12 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. MTL.ORG PIERRE-CHARBONNEAU CENTRE © Centre Pierre-Charbonneau 3000 VIAU STREET MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC SITE MTL VENUES PIERRE-CHARBONNEAU CENTRE The Pierre-Charbonneau Centre has been the venue for great moments in sport for over 50 years. Included in its impressive history are the Greco-Roman and Freestyle Wrestling events of the 1976 Olympic Games, the Canadian Judo Championships and Provincial Boxing and Ultimate Fighting Championships. Located in the heart of Montréal’s Olympic Park, this multi-discipline complex offers a vast array of recreational and sporting activities. 1976 OLYMPIC SITE VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ Practice and exercise rooms available on site ▪▪ 2,501 spectator capacity ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees and VIPs ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Restaurant ▪▪ Stage for medal ceremonies ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ ▪▪ Karate Judo Table Tennis Taekwondo Weightlifting Wrestling TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Viau (Green line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 9.1 km / 5.65 mi. Travel Time: 15 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. © Marcel Pigeon SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Badminton ▪▪ Basketball ▪▪ Boxing ▪▪ Fencing ▪▪ Gymnastics ▪▪ Handball 3000 VIAU STREET, MONTRÉAL, QC H1V 3J3 CENTREPIERRECHARBONNEAU.COM PIERRE-CHARBONNEAU CENTRE DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL MTL.ORG SAPUTO STADIUM © Montréal Impact 4750 SHERBROOKE EAST MONTRÉAL PRO SITE MTL VENUES SAPUTO STADIUM The Saputo Stadium was designed and constructed as a home for the Montréal Impact squad of the MLS Soccer league. It stands on the former track and field practice site of the 1976 Summer Olympic Games, with the stadium’s west side having a view of the Olympic Stadium’s majestic inclined tower. Saputo Stadium represents a turning point in the history of the sport in Québec, taking the next step in the promotion and development of soccer. It hosts Impact home games as well as other soccer events including regional, provincial, national and international competitions. PRO SITE VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 20,801 spectator capacity ▪▪ Changing rooms for athletes ▪▪ Changing rooms for referees ▪▪ Volunteer area ▪▪ Restaurant SPORTS PRACTICED* ▪▪ Soccer DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 8.7 km / 5.4 mi. Travel Time: 14 minutes © Impact de Montréal TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Viau (Green line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes 4750 SHERBROOKE EAST, MONTRÉAL, QC H1V 3S8 IMPACTMONTREAL.COM * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. SAPUTO STADIUM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL MTL.ORG UNIPRIX STADIUM © Tourisme Montréal, Stéphan Poulin 285 GARY CARTER MONTRÉAL 1976 OLYMPIC + PRO SITE MTL VENUES UNIPRIX STADIUM The Uniprix Stadium hosts numerous sporting and special events, with the highlight of the year being the Rogers Cup presented by National Bank. This prestigious professional tennis tournament organized by Tennis Canada welcomes the best athletes in the world. As a result of major renovations in 1996, 2004 and 2008, Uniprix Stadium has a Centre Court (11,437 seats), Court 1 (4,517 seats), 10 outdoor courts (hard) and 16 indoor courts (hard & clay). Uniprix Stadium is located right in the middle of Jarry Park, one of Montréal’s most beautiful parks. It served as a training site for the 1976 Olympic Games. The Fédération internationale de volleyball (FIVB) also held sporting events here, from 2002 to 2005, during its world tour. 1976 OLYMPIC + PRO SITE VENUE HIGHLIGHTS ▪▪ 11,700 spectator capacity on central court ▪▪ Tennis court reservation ▪▪ Changing rooms for competitors ▪▪ Meeting rooms ▪▪ Multifunctional facilities ▪▪ Various events ▪▪ Volunteerism ▪▪ Pro-shop ▪▪ Restaurant and Bistro 4e Set caterer © Tennis Canada SPORT PRACTICED* ▪▪ Tennis TRANSPORTATION ▪▪ SUBWAY: Castelneau (Blue line) ▪▪ PARKING: yes DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL 8.1 km / 5 mi. Travel Time: 18 minutes * Note that the facilities can accommodate other types of sports. 285, GARY CARTER, MONTRÉAL, QC H2R 2W1 TENNISCANADA.COM UNIPRIX STADIUM DOWNTOWN MONTRÉAL MTL.ORG MONTRÉAL MONTRÉAL ATATA AGLANCE GLANCE MeetMeet Montréal, Montréal, a destination a destination that deftly that deftly combines combines joie dejoie vivre de vivre andand business business savvy, savvy, French French and English and English cultures cultures as well asaswell a as a fascinating fascinating history history andand a truly a truly forward-thinking forward-thinking vision. vision. MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE SO CLOSE, YET SO DIFFERENT A breathtaking combination of European charm and North American energy, this sparkling island gem, nestled in the majestic St. Lawrence River, teems with discovery. Montréal’s Pierre-ElliottTrudeau Airport, just 20 minutes from downtown, is easily accessible from major cities worldwide and is serviced by over 200 direct flights per day. At the heart of the city, the vibrant Quartier international has become an important business hub as well as headquarters to many prominent world organizations. The area is also home to the Palais des congrès (Montréal’s convention center), which is within short walking distance to most major hotels. Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. WHERE THE WORLD MEETS In safe, friendly and easy to navigate Montréal, visitors enjoy a warm welcome and discover the vibrant neighbourhoods of this international metropolis. Its population of 3.7 million comprises 80 different cultural groups who speak not only French and English, but many other languages as well. Since hosting the prestigious Expo 67 World Fair and the 1976 Summer Olympics, Montréal has emerged as a key player on the global scene, celebrated not only for its international-calibre festivals and fun, but as a world leader in industries such as aeronautics, information technology and biotechnology and for significant innovations in the arts, multimedia and medicine. MONTRÉAL WAS FIRST IN NORTH AMERICA TO BE DESIGNATED A UNESCO CITY OF DESIGN AND THIRD INTERNATIONALLY AFTER BUENOS AIRES AND BERLIN. THE ART OF LIVING Visitors to Montréal enjoy a cultural line-up that’s second to none. Downtown is home to the Quartier des spectacles (the new Entertainment Quarter), a cultural nexus that pulses year-round with the pick of the crop of shows and concerts and, come festival-time, major outdoor performances. DRAWING A CROWD MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE From dance to comedy and opera to theatre, Montréal’s performing arts calendar features many of today’s brightest talents. Music lovers can soak up the very best in jazz, classical and electronic, not to mention an indie scene that rivals the best in the world. Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre DESIGN, ART AND ARCHITECTURE and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a Old Montréal’s historic architecture and downtown’s soaring skyscrapers are just a sampling of Montréal’s eclectic and inspiring urban landscape. Stunning originals like the Olympic Stadium, which boasts the world’s tallest inclined tower, the futuristic Habitat 67 and the elegant Casino de Montréal are sure to thrill design enthusiasts. Art lovers, for their part, can peruse superb collections at the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts and Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal as well as at dozens of local galleries. fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. THE CASINO DE MONTRÉAL IS LOCATED IN THE FORMER FRENCH AND QUÉBEC PAVILIONS DESIGNED FOR EXPO 67. A CITY FOR EVERY SEASON With more festivals than there are weeks in a year, it’s no wonder Montréal enjoys a reputation as a world-class destination for entertainment. Every summer, the streets of its compact downtown become the rendezvous par excellence for hundreds of thousands of fun-loving fans. A FESTIVE LIFE MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE Spring, summer, fall and winter, Montréal rolls out a serious line-up of fun, indoors and out. Warmer weather features include the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, the Just for Laughs Festival, the Montréal International Fireworks Competition, and the Grand Prix Formula 1 World Championship, while winter shines bright with the MONTRÉAL HIGH LIGHTS Festival. Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre MAJOR FESTIVALS and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. ALL YEAR LONG, CELEBRATING LIFE IS WHAT MONTRÉAL DOES BEST! EVENTPERIOD MONTREAL HIGH LIGHTS Festival February Mondial de la bière (Beer Festival) Early June Grand Prix of Canada Mid-June Montréal International Fireworks Competition Mid-June to mid-August Festival International de Jazz de Montréal End of June to early July Just for Laughs Festival July Rogers Cup (Tennis) August THE WORLD-RENOWNED CIRQUE DU SOLEIL IS HEADQUARTERED IN MONTRÉAL. SAVOUR LIFE’S PLEASURES Montréal is a gourmet dream, with Parisian-styled bistros, lively cafés, casual eateries and upscale restaurants dotting the city end to end. Throw in cool lounges, bars and clubs, add some of the biggest and brightest local and international talent, shake it up and you’ve got one of the hottest dining and nightlife scenes anywhere. MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE EPICUREAN EXPERIENCES For Montrealers, food is a way of life. And a multicultural population combined with epicurean innovation has translated into more than 6,000 restaurants city-wide, including 80 different types of regional and international cuisines. In restaurants across town, Montréal’s master chefs have been creatively crafting the city’s platinum reputation for culinary excellence to rival that of major world destinations. Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre ALL-NIGHTERS and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. Whether kick-starting the weekend with our legendary 5 à 7 (happy hour) or enjoying the sizzling nightlife of Crescent Street, Saint-Laurent Boulevard, the Quartier latin or Old Montréal, Montrealers love to get out and mingle. Last call is at 3 a.m., but fun is passionately pursued in the city’s popular after-hour venues. MONTRÉAL IS FIRST IN NORTH AMERICA FOR THE NUMBER OF RESTAURANTS PER INHABITANT, WITH NEARLY 64.9 RESTAURANTS PER SQUARE KILOMETRE. FASHION, FLAIR AND FABULOUS FINDS From high-end designer trends to home decor and rare vintage pieces, Montréal offers up a wealth of shopping experiences. In fact, Montrealers’ legendary love affair with browsing and buying has given rise to hip boutiques, haute couture shops and exclusive galleries that suit every style and wallet. SHOPPING PARADISE Whether you’re seeking international labels or exclusive creations by Québec’s renowned designers, you’ll find it all in Montréal’s fantastic mix of elegant boutiques, major retailers and tiny independent stores. Major arteries like Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Saint-Denis Street are home to exquisite housewares, haute couture and unique gifts, while Old Montréal’s cobblestone streets reveal original treasures and dozens of galleries. AN UNDERGROUND CITY Below the city centre, the extensive underground pedestrian network features 20 miles (33 kilometres) of clean, brightly-lit passageways connecting to more than 1,700 boutiques and businesses as well as hotels, subway stations, movie theatres, entertainment venues, restaurants, museums and attractions. DOWNTOWN’S 15-KILOMETRE-LONG SAINTE-CATHERINE STREET HAS OVER 1,200 STORES, THE HIGHEST CONCENTRATION OF SHOPPING SPOTS IN CANADA. AN URBAN OASIS Montréal is not just a cosmopolitan city; it’s an island, with the majestic Mount Royal dominating its vibrant downtown. Year-round, the mountain is the destination of choice for walkers, joggers, cyclists, skaters and cross-country skiers, while water enthusiasts enjoy rafting and jet boating only minutes from the city centre. A BREATH OF FRESH AIR MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE With more than 1,000 parks and green spaces and 500 kilometres (310 miles) of bike paths— the longest cyclable trail in North America—the city makes it easy for business travellers to relax and reconnect with nature. The Old Port offers a 2.5-km-long (1.6-mile) recreational and tourist park and the Montréal Botanical Garden is a 75-hectare (180-acre) oasis just minutes from downtown. Crowning the urban landscape is Mount Royal Park, planned by Frederick Law Olmsted, designer of New York’s Central Park. Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre TEE TIME and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. A happy mix of big city glitz and wide open spaces, Montréal is also perfect for golf-loving conventiongoers. Delegates may tee off from more than 12 city courses, all within 20 minutes of downtown. A total of 80 golf courses, many of which are top-rated, are located within a 160-kilometre (100-mile) radius of the city. MONTRÉAL WAS VOTED NUMBER ONE CYCLING CITY IN NORTH AMERICA BY THE ACCLAIMED BICYCLING MAGAZINE. DAY TRIPPER No visit to Montréal is complete without experiencing some of the finest pre- and post-event destinations in the area. GETAWAYS MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE Whether enjoying the Laurentians’ world-class resorts, slopes and parks, soaking up Montérégie’s bucolic beauty or touring the Eastern Townships’s excellent vineyards, there’s something for everyone a short distance from the city. And the breathtaking sites and splendour of historic Québec City and Ottawa, the nation’s capital, simply can’t be missed. LAURENTIANS Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre For fine dining and simple relaxation on fabulous natural surroundings, the Laurentians are about an hour’s drive from Montréal. Featuring world-class resorts and parks-including the famous Mont-Tremblant four-season resort-here you’ll find plenty of water sports, challenging golf courts, mountain biking, rock climbing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, and fantastic downhill and crosscountry skiing. and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. MONTÉRÉGIE A short hop south across the river, the Montérégie region is a treasure trove of inviting attractions. Explore the Richelieu Valley, visit Chambly’s famous microbrewery, or enjoy a picnic among the apple orchards on tranquil Mont Saint-Hilaire. Close by, Parc Safari is a great way to spend an afternoon. EASTERN TOWNSHIPS Head south from Montréal and you’ll find yourself in the picturesque Townships region, well known for its bed-and-breakfast inns and gourmet cuisine. Tour vineyards and sample homemade wines, jams and syrups; then visit the Orford Arts Center for a summer concert under the stars. QUÉBEC CITY Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Montréal, Québec City lives up to its UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. Located on a spectacular bluff overlooking the St. Lawrence River, the streets and buildings of Cap Diamant, Québec City’s historic quarter, and Place Royale recount the history of New France. Inside the city’s old walls, the aroma of fresh bread, croissants and coffee waft through the narrow streets–an irresistible atmosphere of Old Europe is so pervasive that you’ll find it hard to believe that you’re still in North America. OTTAWA Ottawa, the nation’s capital, is only two hours from Montréal and home to the Canadian Parliament and federal institutions. The city will astound you with its imposing government buildings towering above the Ottawa River–especially the magnificent Library of Parliament and its superb Gothic Revival architecture. Each spring, the city welcomes visitors from around the world for the Canadian Tulip Festival, the largest in the world, with the breathtaking beauty of millions tulips abloom throughout the Capital Region. Ottawa is bursting with grand museums and beautifully designed parks along or close to the historic Rideau Canal which runs through the city center. During the lively Winterlude Festival, the Canal is crowded with skaters gliding along the world’s longest skating rink. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS The list of destinations includes regular destinations served year-round and seasonal destinations (winter: November to March; summer: April to October). Information is subject to change without notice. Please check with your airline. Brussels Amsterdam Moscow Dublin Frankfurt London Munich Paris Geneva Zurich Toulouse Lyon Budapest Venice Rome Madrid Istanbul Lisbon Barcelona Marseille Athens Algiers Tunis Casablanca Amman MONTRÉAL Chicago Washington D.C. Atlanta Los Angeles New York Orlando Freeport Havana Cancun Varadero Mexico City Acapulco Puerto Plata La Ceiba San Salvador Cartagena Managua Porlamar San José Panama City Bogota Beijing Seoul Delhi Doha Mumbai (Bombay) Dakar Tokyo Shanghai Taipei Hong Kong Bangkok Jakarta Lima MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE Rio de Janeiro Sao Paulo Buenos Aires Johannesburg Cape Town Sydney Melbourne Cities with a red dot offer direct flights to Montréal. Consult the complete list below. Destination Airport Code W Carrier Flying time* Destination Airport Code W Carrier Flying time* Destination Airport Code W Carrier Flying time* Acapulco, Mexico** ACA 1 Air Transat 6h 20 Geneva, Switzerland GVA 5 Air Canada 7h 25 1 4 Air Algérie 7h 50 Holguin, Cuba HOG 10 4h 15 Amman, Jordan AMM 2 Royal Jordanian 9h 45 Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana, Sunwing Sata Internacionale Airlines 5h 00 ALG Ponta Delgada, Portugal† PDL Algiers, Algéria Porlamar, Venezuela** PMV 1 Air Transat, CanJet 4h 40 Port-au-Prince, Haïti PAP 2 Air Canada, Air Transat 4h 25 Porto, Portugal† OPO 1 Air Transat 6h 57 Prague, Czech Republic† PRG 1 Air Transat 8h 15 Providenciales, Turks & Caïcos** PLS 2 Air Canada, WestJet 4h 09 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic POP 10 Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing 4h 17 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico PVR 4 Air Transat, Sunwing 6h 13 Amsterdam, Netherlands AMS 7 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines 6h 50 Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda ANU 1 Air Canada 4h 55 Aruba, Aruba** AUA 1 Sunwing Airlines 7h 50 Athens, Greece† ATH 4 Air Canada, Air Transat 9h 04 Huatulco, Mexico** HUX 1 Sunwing 5h 15 Istanbul, Turkey IST 3 Air Transat, Turkish Airlines 9h 15 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mexico** ZIH 2 Air Canada, Sunwing 6h 00 La Ceiba, Honduras** LCE 1 Sunwing 4h 23 HAV 2 Cubana 4h 10 Barcelona, Spain† BCN 5 Air Canada, Air Transat 7h 12 La Havane, Cuba Basel-Mulhouse, Switzerland† BSL 1 Air Transat 7h 00 La Romana, Dominican Republic** LRM 2 Air Transat 4h 15 Air China 13h 50 2 Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing 5h 45 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 31 3 LIR 26 PEK Liberia, Costa Rica** PUJ Beijing, China Bordeaux, France† BOD 2 Air Transat 6h 35 Lisbonne, Portugal† LIS 2 Air Transat 6h 30 Rome, Italy† FCO 12 BGI 3 Air Canada 5h 10 LGW 1 Air Transat 6h 40 Brussels, Belgium BRU 6 Air Canada, Air Transat 7h 05 London (Gatwick), England† Air Canada, Air Transat 7h 57 Bridgetown, Barbados** Rio Hato, Panama** RIH 1 Sunwing 5h 30 LHR 13 Air Canada, British Airways 6h 35 Roatan, Honduras** RTB 1 Air Transat 4h 25 Sainte Lucia, Caribbean** UVF 1 Air Canada, Air Transat 5h 05 Budapest, Hungary BUD 1 Air Transat 8h 30 London (Heathrow), England Camaguay, Cuba CMW 3 Air Transat, Cubana, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 15 Lyon, France† LYS 4 Air Transat 7h 05 Madrid, Spain† MAD 1 Air Transat 6h 55 3 1 Air Transat 7h 10 Air Canada, Air Transat 4h 20 AGP Samana, Dominican Republic AZS Malaga, Spain Cancun, Mexico CUN 31 Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 50 Managua, Nicaragua** MGA 1 Air Transat 5h 30 San Andres, Colombia** ADZ 1 Air Transat 5h 10 Cartagena, Colombia** CTG 1 Air Transat 5h 25 Manzanillo, Cuba** MZO 1 Sunwing 4h 30 San Jose, Costa Rica** SJO 1 Air Transat 6h 10 Casablanca, Morroco CMN 6 Royal Air Maroc 6h 50 Marseille, France† MRS 4 Air Transat 7h 18 San Jose del Cabo, Mexico** SJD 1 Sunwing 4h 00 Cayo Coco, Cuba CCC 11 Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana, Sunwing 4h 08 Mexico, Mexico MEX 7 Aeromexico 5h 55 San Salvador, Bahamas ZSA 1 Air Canada 3h 02 Montego Bay, Jamaica MBJ 9 Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 36 Santa Clara, Cuba SNU 18 Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana, Sunwing 4h 00 Munich, Germany MUC 4 Lufthansa 7h 50 Santiago, Cuba SCU 2 Sunwing 4h 35 Nantes, France† NTE 2 Air Transat 6h 30 SXM 4 NAS 1 Air Canada 3h 50 Air Transat, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 35 Nassau, Bahamas** St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles Nice, France† NCE 5 Air Transat 7h 20 St-Pierre, St-Pierre-etMiquelon FSP 1 Air Saint-Pierre 2h 50 Panama City, Panama PTY 6 Air Transat, Copa Airlines 6h 00 Toulouse, France† TLS 2 Air Transat 7h 05 Tunis, Tunisia† TUN 1 Syphax 8h 55 Varadero, Cuba VRA 25 Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana, Sunwing, WestJet 4h 00 Venise, Italy† VCE 2 Air Transat 7h 45 Zurich, Switzerland ZRH 5 Swiss 7h 25 Cayo Largo del Sur, Cuba CYO 5 Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana 4h 20 Cienfuegos, Cuba CFG 1 Cubana 4h 00 Cozumel, Mexico CZM 2 Air Canada, Air Transat 4h 45 Curaçao, Netherlands Antilles** CUR 1 Air Canada 6h 30 Doha, Qatar DOH 3 Qatar Airways 12h 00 Dublin, Ireland† DUB 1 Air Transat 6h 00 Fort-de-France, Martinique FDF 3 Air Canada 4h 50 Francfurt, Germany FRA 7 Air Canada, Lufthansa 7h 00 Freeport, Bahamas** 1 Sunwing 4h 35 Paris (Charles-deGaulle), France CDG 26 Air Canada, Air France, Air Transat 6h 44 Paris (Orly), France† ORY 7 Corsair 7h 00 Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe PTP 3 Air Canada, Air Transat 4h 40 W = Weekly Departures. * Flight times gate to gate, according to Aéroports de Montréal (www.admtl.com). ** Destination served in winter only. † Destination served in summer only. DOMESTIC FLIGHTS The list of destinations includes regular destinations served year-round and seasonal destinations (winter: November to March; summer: April to October). Information is subject to change without notice. Please check with your airline. Iqaluit Whitehorse Salluit Yellowknife Kuujjuaq Puvirnituq MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE St. John's Wabush Kuujjuarapik Chisasibi Edmonton Victoria Vancouver Calgary Regina La Grande Sept-Îles Îles de la Madeleine Baie-Comeau Mont-Joli Bathurst Charlottetown Chibougamau Bagotville Moncton Fredericton Halifax Québec Saint John Val-d'Or Mont-Tremblant Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre Rouyn-Noranda Winnipeg MONTRÉAL and business savvy, French Ottawa and English cultures as well as a Toronto fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. London Cities with a red dot offer direct flights to Montréal. Destination Bagotville, QC Airport Code Weekly Departures YBG 20 Carrier Flying Time* Air Canada Destination Airport Code Weekly Departures Carrier Flying Time* 1h 09 Ottawa, ON YOW YPX 56 Air Canada 0h 38 5 Air Inuit 6h 10 Air Canada, Provincial Airlines 0h 51 Baie Comeau, QC YBC 13 Air Canada 1h 34 Puvirnituq, QC Bathurst, NB ZBF 13 Air Canada 1h 42 Québec, QC YQB 108 Calgary, AB YYC 26 Air Canada, WestJet 4h 37 Regina, SK** YQR 5 WestJet 4h 05 Charlottetown, IPE YYG 7 Air Canada 1h 36 Rouyn-Noranda, QC YUY 25 Air Canada 1h 30 YSJ 19 Air Canada 1h 31 Chibougamau, QC YMT 6 Air Creebec 1h 25 Saint John, NB Chisasibi, QC YKU 7 Air Creebec 4h 45 Salluit, QC YZG 10 Air Inuit 9h 45 Edmonton, AB YEG 14 Air Canada 4h 28 Sept-Îles, QC YZV 41 Air Canada, Air Inuit, Provincial Airlines 2h 00 Fredericton, NB YFC 21 Air Canada 1h 29 Halifax, NE YHZ 55 Air Canada, Porter 1h 30 St. John's, TN YYT 6 Air Canada 2h 25 Kuujjuaq, QC YVP 7 First Air 2h 20 YYZ 185 YGW 7 Air Inuit 2h 55 Air Canada, WestJet 1h 16 Kuujjuarapik, QC Toronto (Pearson), ON La Grande, QC YGL 5 Air Inuit 1h 40 Toronto Island, ON YTZ 179 Air Canada, Porter 1h 10 YVO 22 Air Canada 1h 22 YTM 7 Porter Airlines 0h 35 Val-d'Or, QC London, ON YXU 5 Air Canada 2h 38 Vancouver, CB YVR 34 YGR 7 Air Canada 2h 19 Air Canada, WestJet 5h 29 Magdalen Islands, QC Wabush, NL YWK 13 2h 18 Moncton, NB YQM 21 Air Canada 1h 35 Air Canada, Provincial Airlines Mont-Joli, QC YYY 13 Air Canada 1h 30 Winnipeg, MB YWG 20 Air Canada 3h 00 La Macaza, QC * Flight times gate to gate, according to Aéroports de Montréal (www.admtl.com). ** Destination served in winter only. UNITED STATES FLIGHTS The list of destinations includes regular destinations served year-round and seasonal destinations (winter: November to March; summer: April to October). Information is subject to change without notice. Please check with your airline. Seattle Olympia MONTRÉAL Portland Boston Hartford St-Paul Minneapolis Detroit Chicago Salt Lake City MONTRÉAL AT A GLANCE Las Vegas Phoenix Washington D.C. St. Louis Santa Fe Los Angeles Philadelphia Cincinnati Denver San Francisco New York City Cleveland Charlotte Atlanta Dallas Meet Montréal, a destination that deftly combines joie de vivre New Orleans Orlando and business savvy, French and English cultures as well as a Tampa Houston Anchorage Fort Myers West Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale fascinating history and a truly forward-thinking vision. Miami Juneau Destination Seattle Olympia Atlanta, GA Cities with a red dot offer direct flights to Montréal. Airport Code Weekly Departures ATL 28 Boston, MA BOS 39 Charlotte, NC CLT Portland Carrier Delta MONTRÉAL Flying Time* Destination Airport Code 2h 56 Miami, FL MIA Weekly Departures Carrier Flying Time* 28 Air Canada, American Airlines 3h 54 Boston Minneapolis St-Paul Air Canada San Francisco Chicago, IL Denver ORD 7 1h 16 New York City Cleveland 2h 34 Minneapolis / St-Paul, MN MSP 7 Delta 3h 00 Air Canada, American Airlines, United Airlines 2h 22 New York (JFK), NY JFK 35 American Airlines, Delta 1h 48 New York (LGA), NY LGA 107 Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta 1h 32 Philadelphia Washington D.C. Cincinnati St. Louis 87 Las Vegas Charlotte Santa Fe Los Angeles Detroit US Airways inc. Chicago Salt Lake City Hartford Atlanta Phoenix Dallas New Orleans Houston Tampa Orlando West Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Miami Fort Myers Dallas / Ft. Worth, TX DFW 7 American Airlines 4h 30 Detroit, MI DTW 34 Delta 2h 02 New York (Newark), NY EWR 47 Air Canada, United Airlines 1h 39 Fort Lauderdale, FL FLL 52 Air Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing Airlines, WestJet 3h 40 Orlando (INT), FL MCO 20 Air Canada, Air Transat, WestJet 3h 28 Philadelphia, PA PHL 38 US Airways inc. 1h 44 San Francisco, CA SFO 6 Air Canada 6h 08 Tampa, FL** TPA 3 Air Canada 3h 27 Washington (Dulles), DC IAD 20 United Airlines 1h 51 Fort Myers, FL** RSW 3 Air Canada 1h 20 Hartford, CT BDL 20 Air Canada 1h 20 Houston, TX IAH 7 United Airlines 4h 01 Las Vegas, NV LAS 11 Air Canada, WestJet 5h 37 Washington (Reagan), DC DCA 14 Air Canada 1h 57 Los Angeles, CA LAX 13 Air Canada 6h 10 West Palm Beach, FL** PBI 3 Air Canada 3h 20 * Flight times gate to gate, according to Aéroports de Montréal (www.admtl.com). ** Destination served in winter only. COME AND PLAY HERE! SPORT@MTL.ORG | MTL.ORG