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District Central. The iconic district focuses on the local economy

09-12-2024

Renowned for its legendary Chabanel sector, District Central is the cradle of Montreal's textile industry. Today, this dynamic business district...

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District Central : balancing reinvention and heritage

20-11-2024

Using urban art, green spaces and signage as a catalyst for revitalisation? This is the major transformation underway in District...

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A Signature Mural in District Central: A Celebration Of Art And Innovation

09-10-2024

MONTREAL, October 8, 2024 - The Société de développement commercial (SDC) District Central, in collaboration with its partners, is proud...

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Recap – Budget General Assembly (BGA) 2025

27-09-2024

On September 25, the SDC District Central held its 2025 BGA, an important annual event for the organization. SDC members...

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District Central X Sylvain Blais shine a spotlight on local fashion

27-08-2024

From August 22 to 25, District Central vibrated to the rhythm of a photo exhibition at the MAD Festival. This...

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District Central x Festival M.A.D.

06-08-2024

Promoting the Territory and its Designers MONTRÉAL, August 6, 2024 - District Central, propelled by the Société de développement commercial...

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A Common Ground

11-07-2024

For several years now, the District Central's business community and residents have been rallying around the redevelopment of the vacant...

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La Prairie Louvain 2024 : An immersive experience in the heart of District...

11-07-2024

La Prairie Louvain is back in District Central. From July 8 onwards, the emblematic sunflowers of the first edition will...

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PPU District Central : the business community takes action

11-07-2024

  On June 27, the Borough of Ahuntsic-Cartierville held its public consultation on the draft Special Urban Planning Program (PPU)...

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A Renaissance, Confirmed

18-06-2024

Grand defilé District Central Numbers don't lie. Since 2017, District Central has continued to grow in popularity with both entrepreneurs...

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2023 Activity Report – Highlights

22-03-2024

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The year 2023 marks an important milestone for the SDC...

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Decarbonizing Buildings: A Reality Knocking at Your Door

12-02-2024

Environmental regulations and social responsibility requirements are evolving rapidly. Discover what our panelists had to say on the subject at...

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Territorial Marketing: Drawing People in Through Its Distinctive Identity

12-02-2024

At our Real-Estate Forum held on February 6, our panelists considered ways of developing a true territorial attraction strategy. Discover...

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Urban agriculture: benefits and challenges

09-02-2024

At our Real-Estate Forum held on February 6, our panelists discussed the theme of urban agriculture (UA). Discover the highlights...

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3 new murals in the DC: Requalification and urban art

04-12-2023

The recent unveiling of three new murals has vamped up the District Central. The murals were completed this past fall...

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District Central Holiday Gift Ideas!

29-11-2023

Another year, another season, another holiday… Christmas is just around the corner! This year, the SDC District Central would like...

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Le Grand Défilé District Central: The Image of a Business Community Promoting its...

28-11-2023

Building on its long industrial tradition, the District Central continues to transform itself at breakneck speed to promote the growth...

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District Central Introduces French Businesses to North American Entrepreneurship

02-11-2023

Dedicated to the international development of French businesses, the Paris-based organization Mieux Entreprendre recently chose District Central as its first...

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Our Metamorphosis in the Media

23-10-2023

Our launch of La Prairie Louvain - the largest field of sunflowers on the island of Montreal - not only...

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La Prairie Louvain, the flourishing origins of a project

19-10-2023

Phase 1 of District Central's Signature Intervention Plan was deployed in the summer of 2023. 10,000 sunflowers turned towards the...

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La Prairie Louvain: sunflowers for creating ties

22-09-2023

  Reinventing an entire sector of the city is no small task, but it's also an inspiring challenge! Active since...

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Strengthening Ties Through Mutualization

30-08-2023

On the initiative of the SDC and Communautique, several businesses in the District Central came together at Maison Marie Saint...

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Communautique Conjures up a Fab City in District Central

16-08-2023

  A key player in the heart of the District Central, Communautique builds on the concept of Fab City to...

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When renewal and safety go hand in hand

03-07-2023

The District Central - an iconic part of Montreal, long referred to as "Cité de la Mode"-  has witnessed the...

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The SDC is Hiring : Administrative and Member Services Coordinator

02-06-2023

SUMMARY Job type: Full-time - Permanent Main job field : Administration Secondary field: Member Services Relevant years of experience: 3-5 years...

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2022 Activity Report – Highlights

27-03-2023

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Do more. Do better. Together. For the...

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An Ethical Economic Charter to Guide Development in the District Central

03-02-2023

The SDC District Central is participating this year in a pilot project developed by ELEMENTS Urban Planning. This project consists...

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In the News – The Migration of Artists to the District Central

03-02-2023

  CBC's Debra Arbec focused on the results of a study conducted in the District Central, an exercise that sought...

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Creating Pathways

31-01-2023

Mobility is intrinsically linked to development and land use planning. Together, these concepts define the environments in which thousands of...

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Proud Diamond X Centric Brands: When an experienced business and a start-up join...

20-01-2023

Develop. Share. Prosper. These are the objectives of the District Central’s Connector of Opportunities project.  After a few years of...

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Iso-Protek: The power of a network

16-01-2023

Develop. Share. Prosper. These are the objectives of the District Central’s Connector of Opportunities project. After a few years of...

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Comments by the SDC District Central | Draft by-law amending the urban plan...

13-01-2023

The SDC District Central relies on a business community of some 2,500 companies that have been consulted on all the...

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Collaborative circles: Strength in numbers

09-01-2023

  In keeping with its mission to humanize the business world by building bridges between the different communities working in...

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Ananké Inc: Leveraging strengths and overcoming weaknesses

14-12-2022

Develop. Share. Prosper. These are the objectives of the District Central’s Connector of Opportunities project.  After a few years of...

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MTL Balance Board X My Cantine: A collaboration bringing production closer to home

12-12-2022

Develop. Share. Prosper. These are the objectives of the District Central’s Connector of Opportunities project.  After a few years of...

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Three train stations in the heart of a bustling business district

24-11-2022

  The District Central is a neighbourhood located at the crossroads of many public transit infrastructures: three commuter train stations...

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A new mural in District Central

16-11-2022

Have you seen it yet?! What an extraordinary mural by Frères Lama, created in the spring of 2022 and located...

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Vacant Lot 50-150 Louvain West: Building for the future

06-09-2022

650,000 square feet of vacant land just waiting to be developed. There are very few opportunities for a neighbourhood or...

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Labour Challenges: A New Human Resources Project for District Central Businesses

08-06-2022

Montreal, June 8, 2022 — The Société de développement commercial (SDC) District Central unveiled and officially launched the new HR...

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Cansew, a thread in the neighbourhood’s history

26-05-2022

As part of the District Central’s series on “local pearls”, the SDC is shining a light on the design hub...

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The District Central and e-commerce: A promising duo

03-05-2022

A matter of affinity, attribute and opportunity, since 2018, the SDC District Central has made e-commerce one of the development...

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L’Entrelacs, a Winning Signature Project by Urban Planning Students at UQAM

18-04-2022

After two months of work and consultation with literature and local experts, UQAM’s Urban Planning students presented their proposals to...

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The District Central, Where Design Shines

23-03-2022

The District Central’s effervescent business community is home to no less than 1,800 businesses teeming with thousands of workers each...

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Opercule: A fish farm in the heart of the city

24-02-2022

  Opercule: the very first recirculating urban fish farm in Quebec is starting up. Located in the District Central, the...

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Building New Alliances

02-12-2021

It's 2018. The recently established SDC District Central is beginning to develop its business plan. From the outset, entrepreneurs who...

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16 Christmas Gift Ideas From the District Central!

30-11-2021

Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas is just around the corner! This year, the SDC District Central would like to showcase a...

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An Immense Vacant Lot With Great Potential Is Stirring Up Strong Feelings

21-10-2021

Resting in the hands of the Ville de Montréal, the future of the vacant lot in the Chabanel sector of...

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ClickSpace: Finally, a complete space for e-commerce businesses

08-10-2021

Work is well underway at 1 Chabanel Street West in the District Central. In just a few weeks, ClickSpace, a...

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Brasserie Silo: a mix of tradition and modernity

04-10-2021

Both a brewery and a bar, Silo is located on Louvain West Street in the heart of the District Central....

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15 Terraces to discover in the District Central

11-09-2021

Where to eat with outdoor seating in Ahuntsic-Cartierville Did you know that there is a wide range of restaurants in...

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The District Central: A booming hub for e-commerce

14-06-2021

Businesses in the District Central are many and varied, ranging from jewelry to food products to decor. To stay relevant...

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Esplanade Louvain comes to life

03-06-2021

After a dull summer in 2020, a pop-space will breathe new life into the District Central this summer. Esplanade Louvain,...

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Big Bloc: A passion for mushrooms

08-03-2021

Established in 2019 in the offices of Centre Agricole in Montreal, the Big Bloc workshop is one of many examples...

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An urban cidery in the District Central

17-02-2021

Born in 2020 in the midst of a health crisis, Cidre Sauvageon broke into the cider market with its first...

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Active Mobility at the Heart of a United Vision

16-12-2020

The implementation of an active mobility project in the District Central did not come about by chance. In recent years,...

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A new mural for the District Central

18-11-2020

Two years after paying tribute to Iona Monahan, a new mural was unveiled in the District Central. Designed by Cyrielle...

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Vignes en ville invests in the District Central

12-08-2020

Led by Véronique Lemieux, the Vignes en ville project has expanded to the District Central, more specifically to Centrale Agricole’s...

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Where to eat your lunch in the greenery in the District Central ?

15-06-2020

The good days are here. We can now take advantage of it, get some fresh air, enjoy the summer temperatures...

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District Central businesses pushing through the COVID-19 pandemic

12-05-2020

In the tense context related to COVID-19, many Quebec businesses have started manufacturing masks to prevent the spread of this...

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List of companies offering sanitary equipment in the District Central

07-05-2020

It is in adversity that heroes reveal themselves. Since the onset of the global crisis that has shaken our societies,...

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Marie-Chloé Duval: From criminology to painting

06-05-2020

Marie-Chloé Duval’s journey has been anything but ordinary. In 2016, she decided to dedicate her life to painting…after earning a...

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Call for Tender – Website Development

04-05-2020

The Société de développement commercial (SDC) District Central would like to retain the services of a web development firm to...

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They Chose the DC – February 2020

12-02-2020

“Alone we go faster. Together we go further.” This saying holds true for the District Central, with the arrival of...

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Three District Central businesses are set to shine at MAGIC Las Vegas

05-02-2020

Unique, exciting, must-see…For many in the fashion world, MAGIC Las Vegas is the place to be. We sat down with...

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La SDC District Central welcomes the appointment Mélanie Joly

26-11-2019

Montreal, November 26, 2019 — The Société de développement commercial (SDC) District Central wishes to congratulate the MP for Ahuntsic-Cartierville, the...

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Terra Café: It’s a matter of taste

25-11-2019

At Terra Café, coffee is a matter of personal taste. Located in the heart of the District Central, Terra Café...

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Focus on Femmes de Carrière: the trendy wardrobe

21-11-2019

The adventure of the Quebec brand began between Albert Dayan and his father in 1976. While following the trends of...

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They chose the DC – novembre 2019

04-11-2019

"Alone, I go faster; together, we go further.” This saying holds true for the District Central, with the arrival of...

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Recap of the Budgetary General Assembly on September 26, 2019

23-10-2019

On Thursday, September 26, the Société de développement commerciale du District Central held its 2019 Budgetary General Assembly. The objective...

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They chose the DC – june 2019

26-06-2019

“Alone, I go faster; together, we go further.” The old adage seems to be true for the District Central, with the...

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Local pearl | Bois Urbain : the essence of integration

19-06-2019

An indispensable business in social and professional integration in Quebec in the area of woodworking. Each year, Bois Urbain welcomes some...

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Swing ton Lunch; discover local tastes and sounds

13-06-2019

Swing ton Lunch summer events officially kicks off on June 20 to the beat of jazz music. The stage is set...

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Staying active after work

22-05-2019

Want to sweat a little after work without having to go far? You’re in luck. The District Central has everything...

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The District Central’s Summer Line-Up

08-05-2019

The District Central’s summer programming will kick off on Thursday, May 16. Here is a look at what you can...

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Marie-Pier Tessier De L’Étoile talks about Green haüs, the pop-up space of the...

06-05-2019

Work, relax, network or have a good time. This is what Green haüs will be offering as of June 13 in...

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They chose the DC

17-04-2019

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”. That is a saying...

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The buzz about Nectar : bee-friendly monitoring

15-04-2019

The health of honey bees is the driving force behind Nectar’s creation that is based on a remote beehive monitoring...

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The business community speaks out on the future development of the vacant lot...

09-04-2019

  At the Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough council meeting on April 8, 2019, the Société de développement commercial (SDC) District Central tabled...

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Affaires Média: offering turnkey solutions

25-03-2019

Nestled in the heart of the Chabanel area, an agency of experts is providing businesses with sound advice on digital...

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Around the table with Antoine au Quotidien

18-03-2019

A love for cooking goes a long way. After 10 years in marketing, Antoine Masson-Delisle has traded in his business...

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Oriental flavours at Pho 99

06-02-2019

For a quick and affordable meal, the tasty dishes at Pho 99, located on St-Laurent Blvd., are sure to tickle...

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Klar Vision: Clear vision without compromise

06-02-2019

The good business sense of Chris Nercessian, Klar Vision’s shop manager, is a quality you can’t overlook. Established in the...

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Royal’s mixed concepts : eat-in or take-out!

11-01-2019

For the past 6 years, Royal’s three travelling trucks have been canvassing Montreal neighbourhoods satisfying the tastebuds off foodies everywhere....

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BLANK Apparel : Investing in ethical fashion

11-01-2019

On the 4th floor of 9333 Saint-Laurent Blvd., the clothing racks are a source of pride for Benoît Gariepy, co-...

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Bringing a touch of “zenitude” to Chabanel – Atelier Balance

20-12-2018

In the heart of District Central, a place for spiritual awakening that embraces both the traditional values of hatha yoga...

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2.0 FOOD: Keeping a constant eye on local brands

21-11-2018

Up-and-coming businesses in the agri-food sector should look no further! Since 2016, Michel Cantin, founder and President of the brokerage...

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Les Petits Monstres Rigolos: A daycare for the next generation!

29-10-2018

A new generation of toddlers is growing up in the District Central. Under the watchful eye of Gigi Badir, the...

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Pilgrim: the clean lines of Scandinavian design

04-10-2018

In the modern offices on Louvain Street, you have the privilege of meeting Robert and Roxane, two young Canadian entrepreneurs,...

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The Unveiling of the Mural dedicated to Iona Monahan: A First for Jacques...

20-09-2018

Thursay, September 20, 2018 marked a milestone for the District Central. This fall day was a unique opportunity to pay...

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The Ministry of Cricket and Other Homeless Sports

12-09-2018

A far cry from Parliament and any other government agency, it is possible to have some fun with a minister...

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Wheat in all its forms at festival Ste-Anne

05-09-2018

On Sunday August 26, the streets of the District Central were a parade of unique floats, all in tribute to...

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A Portrait of a District Central family : Meet the Carbone

08-08-2018

On Marché Central Street, I am enjoying my time with Tilda Carbone, Service and Client Development Manager at Desjardins Montréal...

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Enrico’s Italian Bistro

04-07-2018

Recently renamed Enrico's Bistro Italien, Enrico Perugini’s restaurant promises its clientele a refreshing menu. Since 2012, Enrico, a child of...

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Maison Marie Saint Pierre

20-06-2018

Located in the textile sector, Maison Marie Saint Pierre has an identity all of its own. Marie built the foundation...

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Bloc Shop, hop! Boulder!

06-06-2018

The four owners of Bloc Shop have paved the way for bouldering enthusiasts on Chabanel West. Beginner and advanced athletes...

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Pixmob: The Visual Universe

30-05-2018

In 2015, Pixmob set up shop in an old factory on Louvain Street. Transforming the crowd into a brilliant canvas...

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Cafe Gentile : a family story

23-05-2018

Paolo’s family has passed down culinary skills from one generation to the next. Pictures hang on the dining room walls...

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Mélissa Nepton

16-05-2018

In 2012, the Garment District welcomed a highly skilled and talented designer. Over the years, Mélissa Nepton collections have brought...

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Lufa Farms : Food Grown on Rooftops

09-05-2018

Just steps away from Marché Central, the giant glass bell of Lufa Farms does not go unnoticed. Since 2011, this...

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Studio 3 Hair Salon

16-04-2018

On the ground floor of the 555 building, the Studio 3 salon is never lacking clients. The trio, who are...

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Autour du pot: 221 Rue Chabanel Ouest

14-05-2018

With summer fast approaching, we welcome the latest café-bistro to open at 221, rue Chabanel Ouest. Marie-Chantal Paquette, Owner, mixes up...

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Pascal Labelle’s furs

26-03-2018

On the ground floor of the shop, Pascal Labelle’s furs hit your eyes. Treated by his outstanding technique, wolves, beavers,...

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