Mount Royal in the News

January 11, 2018

January 1998: An ice storm like no other hit southern Quebec, as well as parts of Ontario, the Maritimes and eastern United States. From January 5 to 9, three major episodes of freezing rain turned the bucolic winter landscape into a disaster scene. Who can forget the striking images of trees frozen solid in elaborate ice sculptures, collapsed electricity pylons, paralyzed roads and military assistance? On top of this, nearly half of Quebec found itself plunged into darkness when the power grid, put to the test by all the ice, gave in. 

December 21, 2017

Make the most of your time on the mountain by checking the opening hours of the public buildings, outdoor installations and visitor services before setting out.

December 21, 2017

On December 20, Environment Minister Catherine McKenna unveiled Canada’s 2017 Tentative List of World Heritage Sites. Sadly, as you may know by now, Mount Royal was not selected as one of the Canadian sites proposed for UNESCO recognition.

December 14, 2017

Just in time for the holidays, Les amis de la montagne is thrilled to present our brand-new website full of new content and new ways for Montrealers and visitors to enjoy Mount Royal. And what better way to do so than by giving our newsletter a fresh new look as well!

December 14, 2017

The development of the new entrance to Mount Royal Park at the intersection of Cedar Avenue and Côte-des-Neiges Road is under way for the benefit of visitors and the local biodiversity.

December 11, 2017

From December to March, Les amis de la montagne invites sports, outdoor and culture enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of programs and events in Mount Royal Park.

November 20, 2017

Les amis de la montagne commends Mayor Valerie Plante for her choices in putting together the City of Montreal’s new Executive Committee.

November 07, 2017

Les amis de la montagne continues to play a very active role in discussions surrounding road safety on Mount Royal, which have intensified in recent weeks following the tragic death of the young cyclist Clément Ouimet on Camillien-Houde Road on October 4, 2017.

November 06, 2017

Les amis is getting a makeover on the Web! Featuring a brand-new look and feel, our website and newsletter will make discovering Mount Royal a pleasure for both young and old. Watch your screens as new features are forecast to appear by the first snowfall!

November 06, 2017

The season of community environmental actions with Les amis de la montagne has just come to a close on Mount Royal. Between May and October, nearly 1,500 volunteers got involved on the mountain to preserve its natural habitats and contribute to the preservation of its biodiversity.