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]]>It is easy to get by if you only speak English in Montreal but it is important to understand that the Quebec people speak French and are proud of that fact. There are actually many laws enforced to protect the French language. Saying “bonjour” and “merci” can make all the difference.
Quebecois poutine is different from your standard Canadian poutine. Many towns in Quebec claim to have invented or reinvented poutine and many will tell you that the poutine you get in the province is the best in the world.
There are many people living in Quebec who desire for Quebec to be independent of Canada. This means it is even more important to respect Quebec’s unique culture and French customs.
Canaday Day is on July 1, U.S. Independence Day is on July 4, and Quebec’s national holiday, St. Jean Baptiste Day, is held on June 24. This is when the real parties happen.
Quebec’s winters are far more severe than winters along the East coast. The upshot is that activities like snowshoeing and snowboarding are extremely popular. The city is also always prepared for snow.
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]]>It is easy to get by if you only speak English in Montreal but it is important to understand that the Quebec people speak French and are proud of that fact. There are actually many laws enforced to protect the French language. Saying “bonjour” and “merci” can make all the difference.
Quebecois poutine is different from your standard Canadian poutine. Many towns in Quebec claim to have invented or reinvented poutine and many will tell you that the poutine you get in the province is the best in the world.
There are many people living in Quebec who desire for Quebec to be independent of Canada. This means it is even more important to respect Quebec’s unique culture and French customs.
Canaday Day is on July 1, U.S. Independence Day is on July 4, and Quebec’s national holiday, St. Jean Baptiste Day, is held on June 24. This is when the real parties happen.
Quebec’s winters are far more severe than winters along the East coast. The upshot is that activities like snowshoeing and snowboarding are extremely popular. The city is also always prepared for snow.
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