In a surprise win, Valérie Plante is Montreal's new mayor. Her close attention to spending restraint seemed persuasive for many voters
Montreal's rejuvenated economy is adding jobs on several fronts. But those who helped make it happen may not be re-elected
Leadership by the Caisse is being credited with fast-tracking Montreal's long discussed regional mass transit system. The massive pension fund will own 51%
Many city roads and bridges are crumbling. The rest are under construction. Coderre asserts things are improving, but not everyone agrees
One can easily imagine mordecai Richler sitting on a bar stool, cigar in one hand and a glass of Scotch in the other, having a good laugh at Montreal’s politicians and bureaucrats, who so badly bungled a tribute to him. Or taking to his trusty Smith Corona manual typewriter and mercilessly skewering them with his […]
It's been 40 years since Montreal's ambitious but troubled Olympic Games. This year, the city's "legacy" projects include tearing down an expressway and sprucing up the main commercial street
Like many cities, Montreal struggles with limited taxation powers. The mayor wants to boost business by diversifying the tax base
The shrinking availability of affordable rental housing is taking its toll on renters
The province has a grand new plan to boost shipping and commerce on the St. Lawrence River. But many hurdles remain
Montreal is known for its vibrant and unique quilt of small retail businesses. But the forces of development are threatening their future