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"Part rogue choir boy, part cybersigil punk scraped off the Mont-Royal asphalt at 3 a.m."
For our November issue, we spoke with Montreal singer Alix Fernz, along with Nora Mejdouli and Annabelle Fournier — the women behind his vintage punk style and fever-dream music videos.
For our November issue, we spoke with Montreal singer Alix Fernz, along with Nora Mejdouli and Annabelle Fournier — the women behind his vintage punk style and fever-dream music videos.
What to do today in Montreal 🏒
What to do today in Montreal
What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:28 PM
What to do today in Montreal 🏒
“Albertan Montrealers Truck Violence came onstage to a metal guitar rendition of 'O Canada' to lead into their aggressive, uncompromising and enthralling take on post-punk and hardcore.”
17 incredible bands we saw at M for Montreal 2025
17 incredible bands we saw at M for Montreal 2025
17 incredible bands we saw at M for Montreal 2025
Reviews and photos from the 2025 edition of the M for Montreal music festival.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
“Albertan Montrealers Truck Violence came onstage to a metal guitar rendition of 'O Canada' to lead into their aggressive, uncompromising and enthralling take on post-punk and hardcore.”
17 incredible bands we saw at M for Montreal 2025
17 incredible bands we saw at M for Montreal 2025
Critics decry City of Montreal’s removal of ‘Indigenous reconciliation’ role
Critics decry City of Montreal's removal of 'Indigenous reconciliation' role
The city's executive committee has had a member in charge of Indigenous reconciliation since 2018.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Critics decry City of Montreal’s removal of ‘Indigenous reconciliation’ role
Large majority of Canadians agree Ukraine should be allowed to join NATO
“If Canadians had their way, Ukraine would have been allowed into NATO three years ago.”
“If Canadians had their way, Ukraine would have been allowed into NATO three years ago.”
Large majority of Canadians agree Ukraine should be allowed to join NATO
A large majority of Canadians agree that Ukraine should be allowed to join NATO.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Large majority of Canadians agree Ukraine should be allowed to join NATO
“If Canadians had their way, Ukraine would have been allowed into NATO three years ago.”
“If Canadians had their way, Ukraine would have been allowed into NATO three years ago.”
CAQ vs. doctors, CAQ vs. democracy.
Bill 2: CAQ’s 8th use of notwithstanding clause signals dangerous ‘authoritarian drift’
An editorial by @mtltoula.bsky.social.
#polqc
Bill 2: CAQ’s 8th use of notwithstanding clause signals dangerous ‘authoritarian drift’
An editorial by @mtltoula.bsky.social.
#polqc
Bill 2: CAQ's 8th use of notwithstanding clause signals dangerous 'authoritarian drift'
The CAQ government has been eroding Quebecers’ rights by constantly and way-too-casually resorting to the notwithstanding clause.
cultmtl.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:40 PM
CAQ vs. doctors, CAQ vs. democracy.
Bill 2: CAQ’s 8th use of notwithstanding clause signals dangerous ‘authoritarian drift’
An editorial by @mtltoula.bsky.social.
#polqc
Bill 2: CAQ’s 8th use of notwithstanding clause signals dangerous ‘authoritarian drift’
An editorial by @mtltoula.bsky.social.
#polqc
Best Yoga Studios in Montreal ♥️
Best Yoga Studios in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best yoga studios in Montreal are Idolem Hot Yoga Chaud, Fyra Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Enso Yoga and Mouvement imparfait.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Best Yoga Studios in Montreal ♥️
“While Pierre Poilievre insists he’s not anti-abortion, the anti-abortion movement still has influence inside the Conservative Party. Even if party leaders don’t attend anti-abortion rallies on Parliament Hill, CPC MPs often do. The party makes room for people working hard to restrict abortion.”
Observations from Montreal
An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:40 PM
“While Pierre Poilievre insists he’s not anti-abortion, the anti-abortion movement still has influence inside the Conservative Party. Even if party leaders don’t attend anti-abortion rallies on Parliament Hill, CPC MPs often do. The party makes room for people working hard to restrict abortion.”
What to do today in Montreal 🕊️
What to do today in Montreal
What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.
cultmtl.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:17 PM
What to do today in Montreal 🕊️
Same. It’s a massive show that feels like it’s on a whole other level.
November 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Same. It’s a massive show that feels like it’s on a whole other level.
RIDM is screening the world’s best documentaries in Montreal through Nov. 30
RIDM is screening the world's best documentaries in Montreal from Nov. 20 to 30
Highlights from the 2025 edition of Montreal documentary film festival RIDM, presenting 136 films from 47 countries.
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November 23, 2025 at 10:16 PM
RIDM is screening the world’s best documentaries in Montreal through Nov. 30
Montreal’s Le Violon, Pasta Pooks named among top 10 best new restaurants in Canada
Montreal's Le Violon, Pasta Pooks named among top 10 best new restaurants in Canada
Air Canada has released a top 10 list of the best new restaurants in Canada, and it includes Montreal's Le Violon and Pasta Pooks.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Montreal’s Le Violon, Pasta Pooks named among top 10 best new restaurants in Canada
The City of Montreal is implementing a hiring freeze — but it won’t apply to police, of course
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The City of Montreal is implementing a hiring freeze — but it won't apply to police, of course
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announced that the city will be implementing a hiring freeze, but it won't apply to police.
cultmtl.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The City of Montreal is implementing a hiring freeze — but it won’t apply to police, of course
#polmtl
#polmtl
“Pierre Poilievre’s favourability is lowest among women (28%) and young Canadians (26%).”
Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points
Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points
Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points
Prime Minister Mark Carney leads Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
“Pierre Poilievre’s favourability is lowest among women (28%) and young Canadians (26%).”
Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points
Mark Carney leads Pierre Poilievre in net favourability by 39 points
Montreal has spoken. 🏋️♀️
Best Gyms in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best gyms in Montreal are Éconofitness, the YMCA, Anytime Fitness, Orange Theory and Nautilus Plus.
cultmtl.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Montreal has spoken. 🏋️♀️
Canada named 2nd most attractive country for foreign direct investment
Canada named 2nd most attractive country for foreign direct investment
According to the 2025 Kearney FDI Confidence Index, Canada has been named the second most attractive country for foreign direct investment.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Canada named 2nd most attractive country for foreign direct investment
Canada to accelerate high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City and Toronto
“Canada’s largest infrastructure project ever will connect nearly 20 million Canadians between Quebec City and Toronto with 300km/hour high-speed rail.”
“Canada’s largest infrastructure project ever will connect nearly 20 million Canadians between Quebec City and Toronto with 300km/hour high-speed rail.”
Canada to accelerate high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City and Toronto
With the passing of the budget, the Government of Canada will fast-track the Alto high-speed rail project to connect Quebec City and Toronto.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Canada to accelerate high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City and Toronto
“Canada’s largest infrastructure project ever will connect nearly 20 million Canadians between Quebec City and Toronto with 300km/hour high-speed rail.”
“Canada’s largest infrastructure project ever will connect nearly 20 million Canadians between Quebec City and Toronto with 300km/hour high-speed rail.”
Montreal has spoken. 🍸
Best Cocktail Bars in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best cocktail bars in Montreal are Atwater Cocktail Club, Cloakroom, Le Mal Nécessaire, Milky Way and The Coldroom.
cultmtl.com
November 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Montreal has spoken. 🍸
Vince Gilligan’s post-apocalyptic science fiction series #Pluribus — starring Rhea Seehorn and Karolina Wydra — is streaming now in Canada on Apple TV+.
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
Streaming guide JustWatch has revealed the most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now.
cultmtl.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Vince Gilligan’s post-apocalyptic science fiction series #Pluribus — starring Rhea Seehorn and Karolina Wydra — is streaming now in Canada on Apple TV+.
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
The most popular movies and TV shows streaming in Canada right now
“For years, governments have offered nothing but austerity budgets and cutbacks to programs that big cities need. And for just as long, Montreal’s mayor has pleaded for help and passed the buck. This has to end.”
#polmtl
#polmtl
'Maîtres chez nous': Montreal needs greater autonomy from the Quebec government
Montreal needs greater autonomy from the Quebec government, and funding our own public transit, housing and homelessness fixes is a start.
cultmtl.com
November 22, 2025 at 8:46 PM
“For years, governments have offered nothing but austerity budgets and cutbacks to programs that big cities need. And for just as long, Montreal’s mayor has pleaded for help and passed the buck. This has to end.”
#polmtl
#polmtl
"If you just lived your entire life on the internet, you'd think that everybody is angry all the time. It’s big business to be a rage farmer. The more we push back against darkness, the more light we will see and feel. This album is absolutely a manifestation of that." @thedears.bsky.social
The Dears go all in on their new album Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!
An interview with the Montreal band ahead of the release of their new album Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!
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November 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
"If you just lived your entire life on the internet, you'd think that everybody is angry all the time. It’s big business to be a rage farmer. The more we push back against darkness, the more light we will see and feel. This album is absolutely a manifestation of that." @thedears.bsky.social
Montreal has spoken. 💍
Best Jewellery Stores in Montreal
As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best jewellery stores in Montreal are Inchoo Bijoux, Maison Birks, Tiffany & Co., Ruby Mardi and Château D'Ivoire.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Montreal has spoken. 💍
The Disinformation Party of Canada needs a new leader.
“80% of the most disinformed Canadians support the CPC.”
“80% of the most disinformed Canadians support the CPC.”
New study finds that 80% of Canadians with the strongest belief in disinformation vote Conservative
An EKOS study on disinformation in Canada has found that Conservative Party voters are the most likely to believe disinformation.
cultmtl.com
November 22, 2025 at 5:33 PM
The Disinformation Party of Canada needs a new leader.
“80% of the most disinformed Canadians support the CPC.”
“80% of the most disinformed Canadians support the CPC.”
“Pastry, strawberries and cream, exactly as they were always meant to be.”
Montreal restaurant Le Violon’s ‘Chou Fraisier’ named Canada’s 2025 Dessert of the Year
Montreal restaurant Le Violon’s ‘Chou Fraisier’ named Canada’s 2025 Dessert of the Year
Montreal restaurant Le Violon's 'Chou Fraisier' named Canada's 2025 Dessert of the Year
Air Canada has named the Chou Fraisier from Montreal restaurant Le Violon, by pastry chef Laura Faria, as 2025 dessert of the year.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:20 PM
“Pastry, strawberries and cream, exactly as they were always meant to be.”
Montreal restaurant Le Violon’s ‘Chou Fraisier’ named Canada’s 2025 Dessert of the Year
Montreal restaurant Le Violon’s ‘Chou Fraisier’ named Canada’s 2025 Dessert of the Year
TOMORROW: Santa Claus is coming to town.
“The Parade brings Montrealers together around what matters most: family, community and the joy of sharing a magical moment. We promise a spectacle that will make everyone dream.”
“The Parade brings Montrealers together around what matters most: family, community and the joy of sharing a magical moment. We promise a spectacle that will make everyone dream.”
The Santa Claus Parade is happening in Montreal on Nov. 22
Montreal Centre-Ville has announced that the Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 22 will feature boxing champion Kim Clavel as the Star Fairy.
cultmtl.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:56 PM
TOMORROW: Santa Claus is coming to town.
“The Parade brings Montrealers together around what matters most: family, community and the joy of sharing a magical moment. We promise a spectacle that will make everyone dream.”
“The Parade brings Montrealers together around what matters most: family, community and the joy of sharing a magical moment. We promise a spectacle that will make everyone dream.”