The Life-Sized City - Montreal - S02 E06 - Full Episode

Although Montreal could be described as half Paris, half Brooklyn - it is after all the most populated francophone city in North America - the city has an identity of its own. Made up of a peculiar mix of creative citizens, cobblestones and potholes, #Montreal is not the biggest, nor the richest or boldest. But it's one of the best cities to live in, and it certainly is a happy underdog.

At the heart of every city is its citizens. Our perception of cities is slowly changing from a model of mathematical engineering to a human habitat where urban spaces have the potential to be healthy, attractive, interesting and efficient. In this six-part series, urban design expert Mikael Colville-Andersen explores the anatomy and vibrancy of the mod ern metropolis, highlighting pockets of life-sized goodness in cities around the world.At the heart of every city is its citizens. Our perception of cities is slowly changing from a model of mathematical engineering to a human habitat where urban spaces have the potential to be healthy, attractive, interesting and efficient. In this six-part series, urban design expert Mikael Colville-Andersen explores the anatomy and vibrancy of the modern metropolis, highlighting pockets of life-sized goodness in cities around the world.

#urbanism #urbanplanning #urbandevelopment #cities #activism #montréal #quebec #villes #transit #architecture #upcycling #lifesizedcity #bourdain #anthonybourdain #canada

[meme-okyc]

I love Montreal, I have lived here for more than 30 years. Its hard to explain to people what it is about Montreal that people love, they just have to come and experience it for themselves. I love watching videos about my city, and people who claim to love it! I think all these changes are for the better. More bikes, less cars, more community involvement.

[LucasMakes]

This is at least 5 years old. I can see St-Denis has got it's huge upgrade since then. Valerie Plante is nailing bike infrastructure.

[tommcfadden]

I visited Canada for the first time in 2023 and travelled around a little bit. I really enjoyed Montréal, but felt I did not have enough time in Montréal. So I returned last month to Montréal for a 11 night holiday. This time I stayed in the plateau and I enjoyed the best holiday of my life. Wow, Montréal is such a delight! I can't wait to return!!

[groovinq]

I grew up in Montreal and left after highschool but I still call it my home town. I think if you're from Montreal, you will always be a Montrealer! There is something about the city's joie de vivre which never leaves your body.

[shengaoren]

About to leave MTL next week to go back home to Calgary. Stayed here for 6 years to work after I graduated uni.. I already miss it. The city always feels so alive and you can see the joie de vivre in people that you don't see in the other anglo cities in Canada. In Toronto / Vancouver / Calgary it's always about money, status, career etc. and they wonder why they're so angry and jaded all the time.

[simongervais]

As an almost lifelong citizen of Montreal, I must say that some parts of this made me almost emotional! it's beautiful to see my city through loving though exterior eyes. Very good documentary! Thank you! I did learn quite a few things!

[raimonda]

I love this ! Thank you for the Visionaries and people who did it ❤

[JoeFromCanada]

I am from Montreal, live in Montreal, and have learned much on my city from this video. Subscribed.

[danielbougie]

Old episode that I keep coming back! My Home.

[matthausmann]

Montreal isn't Old Montreal or Downtown. Montreal is the neighborhoods like the Plateau, Holchelaga, and Parc Ex. Thank you for diving into the neighborhoods and understand the true Montreal.

[epruno]

Sad part is that rent prices are following the upward canadian trend. I am lucky enough to own an unit in a densely populated, central neighborhood and for us lucky few, it is possible to do groceries, go to parks, gym, restaurants and more on foot.

[fayeburke]

I miss you everyday! I will be back. Yul is a vibe.

[maudelemelin]

Super interesting, and with awesome interviewees. Thanks for sharing!

[Marie-AndreeChagnon]

I'm a Montrealer and learned so much! I live near the airport where there are no allies but we hold a neighbourhood get together every summer, pot luck style and last Christmas had a christmas decoration bragging rights contest. Community is definitely an important part of our culture.

[ShaneMoorhead]

Montreal is unique in the world of urban landscapes....thanks for this video

[nevakos]

What an awesome city, I can't wait to visit!

[robertruffo]

This is world class content a huge cut above most of YouTube. Well done my friend. You deserve to become a huge hit.

[miriamzajfman]

I do live in Montreal for over 50 years ( Downtown, Snowden, N, D.G. Westmont ) .I had not seen all the projects that you showed to us - yet there is a Great Need for them !

[christofat]

It is unique not a generic North American city like Toronto

[mike-PlatinumAudio]

Amazing video :) After almost 40 years here, everyday, I discover more of Montreal. Today, right from my home watching this. Bravo!