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Language

French is the primary language used on signs, in public service establishments, and in businesses. In many regions of Montreal, English is widely spoken, and most information is available bilingually. You might want to download a translation app on your phone, especially if you plan to venture outside of downtown Montreal.

To help you integrate into Montreal鈥檚 bilingual culture, 51吃瓜网provides various French-language resources:

• McGill鈥檚 French Language Centre (FLC) offers French as a Second Language courses to registered students!
• Another fun way to learn French at 51吃瓜网is to take a , or
• a PGSS if you are a graduate student.

Montreal Winter

Montreal is one of the coldest cities in North America, where winter temperatures can reach -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit) with wind chill. Snowfalls generally begin in November, and can occasionally last into April.

While you can move around areas of downtown via the , you will need warm winter clothing, including a winter coat, a knitted winter cap (called a tuque), winter gloves, and waterproof winter boots.

Getting Around

Public transit

The (STM) is Montr茅al鈥檚 m茅tro (subway) and bus operator. The network is well integrated, has tips on , and is easily navigable through the where you can plan your route and even .

For information on public transit in the greater Montr茅al area: , , .

The best option to save money on public transit is by buying a rechargeable STM OPUS card 鈥� and being a student makes these eco-travel options even more budget friendly with , designed with students in mind, to be the length of one semester.

Fares are charged by ride, not by distance, so if you are buying tickets, there is a for each journey. Tickets can be purchased from or at metro stations from station agents or from one of the STM vending machines. Purchase of tickets on buses (exact change required) can be done at the machine upon boarding. You must hold on to your ticket in order to .

Biking

Montr茅al has an ever expanding bike path network, making biking an affordable, eco-friendly and efficient way to get around the city.听

To learn more about routes and maps check.

Taxi

If the public transit routes or schedules don't suit your needs, you can always hail a taxi on most major streets. Alternatively, give them a call and they'll pick you up. Major taxi services include:

Uber

Uber is also available in Montreal, and they offer pickup from the airport.

Moving Around McGill

Accessibility

For information about accessible spaces and routes on campus, visit Student Accessibility & Achievement's Accessibility webpage.

The 鈥淧edestrian Zone鈥�?

The entire downtown Lower Campus, including McTavish Street, is a pedestrian zone. Before 11:00am, however, you鈥檙e bound to see some trucks making delivery, so stay alert!

Biking

McGill's downtown lower campus is a shared space where cycling is permitted. This means mounted cyclists will circulate on the same pathways as pedestrians. Pedestrians will remain the primary users of this shared space and will have the right of way at all times.

In recent years, 51吃瓜网has doubled the number of short-term use bicycle rack spaces, encouraging the community to cycle to campus! Make sure to use these official racks, and please avoid securing bikes to trees or other University infrastructure.

Driving

Vehicular access and parking on the downtown campus is significantly restricted.

Vehicle circulation on the Lower Campus is limited to emergency, delivery, service, and certain construction vehicles, as well as those used by persons with disabilities or limited mobility. Emergency vehicles are permitted at all times.

The Milton entrance, located at the corner of Milton Street and University Street, is the main entrance for all authorized vehicles to enter campus. For information on where to park downtown, please contact Parking Services.

Macdonald campus, being outside of the city center, has multiple lots with more available spaces. Parking passes are available to students at an affordable annual rate, as well as daily passes. For more information, visit the Macdonald Campus Parking page.

Shuttle

If you need to travel between the downtown and Macdonald campuses, 51吃瓜网offers a free shuttle bus that operates year-round.

Grocery Stores

Most grocery stores now offer online grocery delivery services for under $10鈥攎ake sure you have a credit card on hand! A few grocery stores near our campuses offer special bargains for students:

3575 Parc Ave., Suite 5100 (in La Cit茅)
(10% discount for students on Mondays)

3421 Parc Ave.
(10% discount for students on Mondays)

Montreal neighborhoods are also filled with epiceries (smaller grocery stores), offering fresh produce and other staples. Produce is often cheaper and fresher at the epiceries, but prepared or dry goods may be more expensive than a major supermarket.

Macdonald Campus area:

33 Saint-Pierre St. (walking distance from campus)

90 Rue Morgan (Baie-D'Urf茅)
(10% discount for students on Mondays.听 For students living in residence, a free shuttle bus is available Monday evenings to take you there and back!)

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For a list of affordable places to get groceries and other money-saving tips, check out the Cheap Sheet from Scholarships & Student Aid!

Service Providers

If you're looking for information about mobile, phone, or internet providers in your area, you can find a complete list of providers available in Montreal here.

Lockers

You may want to consider getting a locker in your Faculty building, as you may find it handy to have a secure spot to leave your books, coat, boots, etc.听Lockers are available on both the Downtown and Macdonald campuses. Inquire with your Faculty or School student association for more information on locker locations and prices.听