• I SHOP LOCAL IN THE PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL

    I SHOP LOCAL IN THE PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL

    Aug 31, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    Encourage your local businesses! The Saint-Laurent Boulevard is very proud to announce the launch of the Plateau-Mont-Royal borough local shopping campaign in collaboration with the SDCs and merchants associations of the Plateau. Through the «Du cœur à l’achat» program of Desjardins and thanks to the support the Ville de Montréal and La Ruche, the crowdfunding [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD PEDESTRIAN

    SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD PEDESTRIAN

    Aug 12, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    Saint-Laurent Boulevard will be closed to traffic from August 13th to the 23rd between Sherbrooke Street and Mont-Royal Avenue to make way for the magnificent sunny terraces of the Main ☀️ and the many beautiful deals offered by the merchants 🛍 .   In addition, many picnic and rest areas will be available for you to [...]

     
  • Where to get reusable face covering on Saint-Laurent boulevard?

    Where to get reusable face covering on Saint-Laurent boulevard?

    Jul 17, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    As of Saturday July 18th, 2020, those aged 12 and over must wear a mask or face covering in closed public spaces. For more information on the places concerned by this new regulation click here. We have prepared a list of shops on the boulevard where you can purchase reusable face coverings. There is something [...]

    • Fashion, Fashion & Shopping, Vintage – Thrift Shop
     
  • COVID-19 UPDATE

    COVID-19 UPDATE

    Apr 24, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    Here are all the measures and programs concerning businesses and employees announced by the various levels of government. This information will be updated everyday.   GOVERNMENT OF CANADA PROGRAMS Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan Canada Emergency Response Benefit Apply for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) with CRA Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) $500 milllion [...]

     
  • Portrait TASTET : José Figueiredo et Nela Da Silva – Restaurant Aldea

    Portrait TASTET : José Figueiredo et Nela Da Silva – Restaurant Aldea

    Feb 10, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    This article is only available in French. Cet article vous est présenté par Tastet  en collaboration avec le boulevard Saint-Laurent. José Figueiredo et Nela Da Silva : ambassadeur et ambassadrice du Portugal sur le boulevard Saint-Laurent Nela Da Silva et José Figueiredo sont les propriétaires du restaurant portugais Aldea installé sur le boulevard Saint-Laurent dans [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Restaurant
     
  • Portrait TASTET : Philippe Viens

    Portrait TASTET : Philippe Viens

    Jan 30, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    This article is only available in French. Cet article vous est présenté par Tastet  en collaboration avec le boulevard Saint-Laurent. Lorsque l’on rencontre Phillip Viens et qu’on lui demande si, il y a 20 ans, il se voyait travailler en restauration, il rit et répond de manière négative. Et lorsque l’on parle de la charcuterie [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Butchers - Fish Markets - Delicatessen
     
  • MÉNARD&DWORKIND ON THE BOULEVARD

    MÉNARD&DWORKIND ON THE BOULEVARD

    Jan 8, 2020 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard for its energy and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard's upperfloors and that make the Main a very unique place. MÉNARD & DWORKIND MRDK is an architecture and design firm that creates harmonious and functional spaces. Well known in [...]

    • Professionals & Creatives, Architects – Engineers – Design
     
  • ADVENT CALENDAR CONTEST 2019

    ADVENT CALENDAR CONTEST 2019

    Nov 18, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    During this holiday season, we really wish to thank you for all the love you’ve shown for our dear Boulevard. What's better than 30 days of our Advent contest to express our gratitude? In order to encourage shopping local, we're giving away at least one $100 gift card every day for 30 days! Of course, [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • LES ÉVADÉS ON THE BOULEVARD

    LES ÉVADÉS ON THE BOULEVARD

    Oct 30, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard for its energy and its very creative side. Here is a company that is located on the boulevard's upperfloors and that make the Main a very unique place. LES ÉVADÉS Les Évadés is a team of approximately about 30 people passionate about communications and new media technologies. [...]

    • Marketing & Communications, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • SCAVENGERS STUDIO ON THE BOULEVARD

    SCAVENGERS STUDIO ON THE BOULEVARD

    Oct 30, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard for its dynamism and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard's upperfloors and that make the Main a very unique place. SCAVENGERS STUDIO Scavengers are a tight knit group of independently minded designers, programmers and artists brought together by a [...]

    • Professionals & Creatives, Audio Visual Productions
     
  • LOCOMOTIVE ON THE BOULEVARD!

    LOCOMOTIVE ON THE BOULEVARD!

    Oct 30, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard for its dynamism and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard's upperfloors and that make the Main a very unique place. LOCOMOTIVE Locomotive stands out among web agencies, and offers a wide range of creative and strategic services for brands, [...]

    • Web & Mobile Development, Marketing & Communications, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • THE MAIN CHARACTER

    THE MAIN CHARACTER

    Oct 1, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    In 2018, the SDBSL created a project to commemorate three businesses celebrating their anniversaries. These businesses passed on from generation to generation help make up the DNA of the boulevard. This three-part series dives behind the scenes of Schwartz’s Deli, Schreter clothing and footwear and H. Fisher & Sons Ltd. It takes a closer look [...]

     
  • DEBATE OF 2019 MAYORAL CANDIDATES OF THE PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL – ANSWERS FROM CANDIDATES

    DEBATE OF 2019 MAYORAL CANDIDATES OF THE PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL – ANSWERS FROM CANDIDATES

    Sep 24, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Le boulevard Saint-Laurent s'est associé aux autres artères commerciales en organisant un dîner échange entre les candidats à la mairie et les commerçants du Plateau-Mont-Royal. Diverses questions portant sur des enjeux touchant directement les commerçants ont été posées aux trois candidats. Ce débat a donc permis de mettre en lumière des éléments importants de la [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • ÉCO-COMPTEUR ON THE BOULEVARD

    ÉCO-COMPTEUR ON THE BOULEVARD

    Jul 22, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard's upperfloors for its dynamism and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard and that make the Main a very unique place. ÉCOCOMPTEURS

    • Administration & Services
     
  • CHILDREN’S WISH ON THE BOULEVARD

    CHILDREN’S WISH ON THE BOULEVARD

    Jun 27, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard's upperfloors for its dynamism and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard and that make the Main a very unique place.   CHILDREN'S WISH

    • Associations - Non Profit Orgs.
     
  • SHUTTERSTOCK ON THE BOULEVARD

    SHUTTERSTOCK ON THE BOULEVARD

    Jun 27, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    Several companies choose to settle on St-Laurent Boulevard's upperfloors for its dynamism and its very creative side. Here are some companies that are located on the boulevard and that make the Main a very unique place. SHUTTERSTOCK

    • Professionals & Creatives
     
  • CONTEST – VALENTINE’S DAY 2019

    CONTEST – VALENTINE’S DAY 2019

    Jan 31, 2019 - posted by Selma JMII

    This year, for Valentine’s Day, you won't want to miss the chance to win this amazing price !!! What ? : A 5-course meals with wine pairing (taxes and tip included) Where ? : Radicelle Restaurant When ? : February 16th at 7pm. For a chance to win, you will have to answer the question asked [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • ADVENT CALENDAR CONTEST 2018

    ADVENT CALENDAR CONTEST 2018

    Nov 14, 2018 - posted by Selma JMII

    Believe it or not, Santa Clause dropped by the Saint-Laurent Boulevard’s office at the beginning of November 2018 and left us a big bag full of gifts for the fans of the Main! We’re talking about over 30 $100-gift-cards to spend in businesses of the Boulevard! We’ve decided to launch a contest on social media [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • CONTEST – VALENTINE’S DAY 2018

    CONTEST – VALENTINE’S DAY 2018

    Jan 25, 2018 - posted by Guillaume

    This year, for Valentine’s Day, the Saint-Laurent Boulevard is having a contest for couples AND single people–no discrimination! Two different prizes will be up for grabs. Couples’ prize: $250 for a diner for 2 at Lili.co during Valentine week! Singles’ prize: 4 tickets to the Voix de Ville show at The Wiggle Room on February [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • IT’S NO TIME TO FEEL DOWN!

    IT’S NO TIME TO FEEL DOWN!

    Nov 29, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    End of November/early December… the time of the year where neither morale nor weather ever seem to be good. No matter the time of the day or the day of the week, you feel like it’s Monday morning. Whether you are experiencing a thermal, sentimental or moral shock, you find yourself in a state of [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Beauty & Health
     
  • CONTEST – ADVENT CALENDAR 2017

    CONTEST – ADVENT CALENDAR 2017

    Nov 14, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    Many of you enjoyed and participated in our advent contest last year, so we’re happy to announce that it’s back for a second year! If you don’t know how it works, it’s very simple: we’re giving away at least one $100 gift card every day for 30 days! Obviously, the gift cards come from businesses [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • FAVORITES FOR THE 2017 HOLIDAY SEASON

    FAVORITES FOR THE 2017 HOLIDAY SEASON

    Nov 9, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    Shopping in local businesses to find Christmas gifts means you get to find unique and original ideas, instead of the same old, boring ones–while helping business owners in your neighbourhood! With the Holiday season approaching fast, we’ve decided to highlight some businesses on Saint-Laurent that we hope will inspire you for your Christmas shopping. But [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping
     
  • ÉLECTIONS MUNICIPALES 2017 – QUESTIONS AUX CANDIDATS

    ÉLECTIONS MUNICIPALES 2017 – QUESTIONS AUX CANDIDATS

    Oct 27, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    La campagne électorale municipale permet aux Montréalais de participer au débat politique et social en comparant et en questionnant les propositions et engagements des divers candidats, en plus de lancer leurs propres idées pour mieux gérer et développer notre ville. Les membres de la Société de développement du boulevard Saint-Laurent (SDBSL) sont enthousiastes à l’idée [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • LES VEILLEURS

    LES VEILLEURS

    Jun 10, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    To insure harmony between the boulevard’s nightlife clientele and residents in the area, the SDBSL has created a team called “Les Veilleurs!” This mediation team will be on the boulevard Fridays and Saturdays between 10pm and 4am all summer long. They work with the SPVM to help keep our neighbourhood quiet and safe for the [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • CONTEST – SAINT-PATRICK’S DAY 2017

    CONTEST – SAINT-PATRICK’S DAY 2017

    Mar 2, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    The Saint-Laurent Boulevard and McKibbin’s Irish Pub are joining forces to help you celebrate Saint-Patrick’s Day with a contest! Starting on Thursday March 9th and until Sunday March 12th, we’ll be posting one question a day about McKibbin’s or Saint-Patrick’s Day. Every right answer on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram will give you a chance to [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • CONTEST – 2017 VALENTINE’S DAY

    CONTEST – 2017 VALENTINE’S DAY

    Jan 13, 2017 - posted by Guillaume

    To celebrate this year’s Valentine’s Day, the Saint-Laurent Boulevard wants you to discover a brand new Portuguese restaurant: Aldea. To do so, we’ll put your knowledge of Portuguese cooking to the test. From Monday February 6th to Thursday the 9th, we will post one picture a day on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram of a meal [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • CONTEST – 2016 ADVENT CALENDAR

    CONTEST – 2016 ADVENT CALENDAR

    Nov 10, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    Believe it or not, Santa Clause dropped by the Saint-Laurent Boulevard’s office at the beginning of November 2016 and left us a big bag full of gifts for the fans of the Main! We’re talking about over 30 $100-gift-cards to spend in businesses of the Boulevard! We’ve decided to launch a contest on social media [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health
     
  • CONTEST – MTL à TABLE 2016

    CONTEST – MTL à TABLE 2016

    Oct 11, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    The restaurant week event MTL à TABLE is back for a new edition! 150 restaurants throughout the city are offering a 3-course meal for the fixed price of $21, $31 or $41 from November 3rd to the 13th. On the Saint-Laurent Boulevard, Laïka (for the menu and to reserve, click here) and Buonanotte (for the [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • 2x$500 TO WIN DURING GRILL SAINT-LAURENT

    2x$500 TO WIN DURING GRILL SAINT-LAURENT

    May 25, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    From June 13th to the 17th, the culinary event Grill Saint-Laurent will feature exclusive BBQ dishes created by some of the best restaurants on the Main! On Monday the 13th and Tuesday the 14th, the event will be happening on the MURAL Fest’s territory: the Saint-Laurent Boulevard between Sherbrooke and Mont-Royal. And we’re inviting the [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • NEW ANTI-VANDALISM ART INSTALLATION

    NEW ANTI-VANDALISM ART INSTALLATION

    May 24, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    During the second edition of the boulevard’s spring cleaning, we installed new anti-vandalism art pieces in the windows of some vacant buildings. Last year, the symbols representing the Main were created by the Spanish artist Ricardo Cavolo. This year, they were created by the Montrealer Pony! Managed by LNDMRK, this project’s goal is to discourage [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • 10 TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR SMARTPHONE LAST WITHOUT REPAIR

    10 TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR SMARTPHONE LAST WITHOUT REPAIR

    May 11, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    *This article was written by Kyle Khoury, owner of Rapifix.* Admittedly, I’ve always been a tech junkie. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and desktops, if it’s confusing, got wires coming out of it and generally makes life easier for its users, I’m all for it. In fact, it’s for that exact reason that I [...]

    • Fashion & Shopping
     
  • [CONTEST] MOTHER’S DAY 2016

    [CONTEST] MOTHER’S DAY 2016

    Apr 27, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    The Saint-Laurent Boulevard has everything you need to help spoil your mom, and Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to prove it to you! You’ll have the chance to win a prize worth $350, which will include $50 to have brunch at Bagel Etc. on Mother's Day morning (a reservation for two people will be [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping
     
  • THE BOULEVARD’S HAIR SALONS ARE ON FIRE (NOT LITERALLY)!

    THE BOULEVARD’S HAIR SALONS ARE ON FIRE (NOT LITERALLY)!

    Jan 26, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    No, the Saint-Laurent Boulevard’s hair salons did not all catch on fire at the same time. And we’re also not talking about the hairdresser with his “original” methods that you’ve probably seen around on the net last year. We're talking about a few articles from last week that praised the Main’s salons. La Presse talks about new innovative [...]

    • Beauty & Health
     
  • [VALENTINE’S DAY CONTEST] WHERE’S REX?

    [VALENTINE’S DAY CONTEST] WHERE’S REX?

    Jan 21, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    This is Rex, the Dog of Luv. Rex is our Valentine’s Day mascot and he’s SO FLUFFY! For Valentine’s Day, Rex is getting ready for his date on the boulevard by visiting 7 love-filled places. He’s gonna share (on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) one picture per day, from February 1st to the 7th, and you [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • THE OPENING OF NORTH STAR

    THE OPENING OF NORTH STAR

    Jan 5, 2016 - posted by Guillaume

    Is it another Kanye West and Kim Kardashian baby?! No, it’s a new bar (“barcade” in fact) that just opened at 3908 Saint-Laurent! Referencing the North Star Coin Machine Company, it’s a bar where you can play pinball! The old address of Korova did not remain closed for long. Three new owners, Adam Kiesler, Marie-Lyne [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • THE WINNERS OF THE 2015 DDM CONTEST

    THE WINNERS OF THE 2015 DDM CONTEST

    Dec 11, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Every year, businesses of the Saint-Laurent Boulevard decorate their window for the holidays as part of the Dia Das Montras contest. They are creative, original and fully dedicated. You may have already seen photos of this year’s prettiest windows on our Facebook page. Every year, the 3 prettiest ones are picked by a jury and [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping
     
  • 2015 HOLIDAY ANIMATION

    2015 HOLIDAY ANIMATION

    Nov 13, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    The Holiday season is still not that close and we won’t annoy you with “All I Want for Christmas” right away, but it’s coming. That and much more festive animation that will make you believe in Santa Claus! But for those who can’t wait... Mariah aside, here’s what’s going to take place on the boulevard [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • THE MAIN CONSTELLATION IS BACK

    THE MAIN CONSTELLATION IS BACK

    Oct 28, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    The famous “Christmas lights” (officially called The Main Constellation) have made their comeback over the boulevard, between Sherbrooke and Mont-Royal. But there’s more...they’re here to stay! For three years, to be more precise. They stirred up so much chatter and everyone loves them so much that we decided to install them permanently. In 3 years, [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • CONTEST – MONTREAL LOVES TANGO FESTIVAL

    CONTEST – MONTREAL LOVES TANGO FESTIVAL

    Sep 29, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Organized by Collectivité Tango Montréal Buenos Aires (CTMBA), the Montreal Loves Tango Festival is happening from October 7th to the 12th and involves one of the Main’s very own tango school: Air de tango! Wanna be this good when you dance tango? Well, you’re in luck, because we have a pair of tickets for you [...]

    • Art & Culture
     
  • CONTEST – THE MAIN’S TERRACES

    CONTEST – THE MAIN’S TERRACES

    Jul 31, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    To celebrate the warm weather which is in full swing and will never leave us (we can dream!), we decided to test your knowledge on the perfect tool to enjoy summer in Montreal: TERRACES! And we’ll reward you at the same time! The Main offers terraces for everyone: spacious terraces where you take your time [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • WE’RE ON INSTAGRAM!

    WE’RE ON INSTAGRAM!

    Jul 20, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Yeah, we know, we’re late. But Instagram is now a better place to live in now that we’re here. You’re welcome. You can find our account by clicking here or by searching “stlaurentlamain” on the app – you know how it works. It’ll be full of stuff on and regarding the boulevard...and also, the best [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • PARCOURS HISTORIQUE FRAG SUR LA MAIN

    PARCOURS HISTORIQUE FRAG SUR LA MAIN

    Jul 13, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    This article is only available in French, sorry!

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • THE NEW 2015 MURALS

    THE NEW 2015 MURALS

    Jun 26, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    The 3rd edition of the MURAL Fest left the boulevard and its surroundings more beautiful than ever! Here's a little treat for the eyes: the new art pieces that have been paintend in 2015. And, shall you want more, be sure to go see them for real - you can plan your itinerary with this map. [...]

    • Professionals & Creatives
     
  • ARTISTIC INSTALLATION IN VACANT WINDOWS

    ARTISTIC INSTALLATION IN VACANT WINDOWS

    Jun 3, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Tags in windows and on buildings are ugly. There aren’t nice to look at and totally useless. They leave us feeling like… This is why, on May 24th, the Saint-Laurent Boulevard decided to give itself a little facelift! Merchants and their employees joined residents and the TAPAJ program team to clean the sidewalks, facades, street [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • [CONTEST] MOTHER’S DAY 2015

    [CONTEST] MOTHER’S DAY 2015

    May 5, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    We love our moms! One day is little to recognize all they do for us, but Mother’s Day is still the perfect occasion to spoil them a little and help them relax. The Saint-Laurent Boulevard has the perfect gift for you: two one-hour massages at Studio Bliss and $50 for lunch at the boulevard’s Juliette [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Beauty & Health
     
  • CONTEST TO TAKE PART IN C2MTL

    CONTEST TO TAKE PART IN C2MTL

    Apr 13, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Last year, we drew a pair of tickets for C2MTL’s closing party. This year, we are drawing one ticket, worth $3 850, for the entire 3-day event! (“OMG!”, “WOW!”, “You guys are the best!”, etc.) The principle is quite simple. Comment at the bottom of this page and give us the following information: - Your name [...]

    • Professionals & Creatives
     
  • CHANGE IN TRAFFIC DIRECTION ON THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD

    CHANGE IN TRAFFIC DIRECTION ON THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD

    Apr 1, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    The Main is officially changing its traffic direction. The north/south axis of the city directed traffic exclusively towards the north from de la Commune street until de Castelnau, but it’s now a thing from the past!The different government bodies decided it was time to listen to the people. “Quebecers like to go down south.” said [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • THE SDBSL WINS 2ND PRIZE FOR ITS 2014 PARTICIPATION IN THE SHOP THE NEIGHBOURHOOD EVENT

    THE SDBSL WINS 2ND PRIZE FOR ITS 2014 PARTICIPATION IN THE SHOP THE NEIGHBOURHOOD EVENT

    Mar 24, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Organized by the Yellow Pages Group, the Shop the Neighbourhood event took place on November 29th to promote local shopping.The different SDCs in Montreal got involved to make this first edition a success – and it was indeed!According to a survey conducted by the Yellow Pages, nearly 200 000 consumers participated in the event throughout the [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health
     
  • CONTEST FOR THE MEMBERS – C2MTL

    CONTEST FOR THE MEMBERS – C2MTL

    Mar 2, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Another year, another contest to send 3 entrepreneurs from the Saint-Laurent Boulevard to C2MTL!There are 3 tickets worth $3 850 each available for this international congress that finds creative solutions to business issues.C2 offers an immersive environment to stimulate both hemispheres of your brain. Non-traditional experiences, renowned speakers, collaborative workshops and much more awaits you in [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • PARCOURS INNOVATION PME MONTRÉAL 2015

    PARCOURS INNOVATION PME MONTRÉAL 2015

    Feb 5, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    The City of Montreal has launched a new project for Montreal SMEs, and many of our members could benefit from this great opportunity.Initiated in partnership with Emploi Québec and the Association pour le développement de la recherche et de l’innovation du Québec (ADRIQ), this project aims to stimulate innovation in SMEs – what Saint-Laurent Boulevard [...]

    • Professionals & Creatives
     
  • VALENTINE’S DAY CONTEST

    VALENTINE’S DAY CONTEST

    Feb 4, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    Want to win a prize to spoil your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day?Luckily, we have a contest for you: dinner for two at Maestro S.V.P.! The owner for this oyster bar will prepare you the best aphrodisiac ever!We’ll pay your meal, including alcohol (up to $250).Here’s how it will play out:Go like our Facebook page.As of [...]

    • Eat & Drink
     
  • MA BANDE-ANNONCE EN TECHNICOLOR – 3RD EDITION

    MA BANDE-ANNONCE EN TECHNICOLOR – 3RD EDITION

    Jan 30, 2015 - posted by Guillaume

    For the third consecutive year, Cinéma Excentris joins Technicolor to launch a contest asking emerging filmmakers to create their official trailer!Students and aspiring filmmakers are called upon to create 30-second trailers promoting Cinéma Excentris. The cinema incidentally suggests participants to come visit them and discover their website.The winning team will be determined by a jury [...]

    • Art & Culture, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • EXTENSION OF OPENING HOURS ON THE PLATEAU

    EXTENSION OF OPENING HOURS ON THE PLATEAU

    Dec 18, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    Christmas came early for retail stores in the Plateau! The file concerning the extension of opening hours on the Plateau was already going quite well as we got closer and closer to the Holidays, but we never thought that the exemption would come before 2015. Nonetheless, with a series of confident tweets, Mayor Denis Coderre [...]

    • Fashion & Shopping
     
  • THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ON THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD OFFICIALLY HAVE A NAME

    THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ON THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD OFFICIALLY HAVE A NAME

    Dec 16, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    At this point in time, you’ve probably already heard about the Christmas lights on the Saint-Laurent Boulevard. It has been a week now since the lights have been installed and you can see pictures (LIKE NEVER BEFORE, because the street was closed and it was snowing like crazy when they were taken!) here. We also [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     

  • HOW THE MAIN SEES MONTREAL

    Nov 3, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    We all know that the Main plays a leading role in the ecosystem of our city. Whether through showcasing Montreal’s identity and inspirations, its ability to attract talent, the incredible variety of businesses or all the good times spent on the boulevard, we find Montreal’s authenticity everywhere on the Main. We are living in an [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • CHRISTMAS ON THE MAIN

    CHRISTMAS ON THE MAIN

    Nov 3, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    The holiday season is fast approaching! (It always seems that way after Halloween, but at least you got to profit from some amazing prizes, so nobody has anything to complain about.) For the 14th year in a row, the boulevard Saint-Laurent invites its members to participate in Dia Das Montras. Inspired by a Portuguese tradition [...]

    • Eat & Drink, Fashion & Shopping, Art & Culture, Beauty & Health, Administration & Services, Professionals & Creatives
     
  • HALLOWEEN CONTEST – DO YOU KNOW YOUR BOULEVARD?

    HALLOWEEN CONTEST – DO YOU KNOW YOUR BOULEVARD?

    Oct 17, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    The Saint-Laurent Boulevard is launching a frightfully cool contest for Halloween (do you see what we just did?)! Basically, we want to know how well you know the Main. For the two weeks leading to Halloween, we will share a daily picture on our Facebook page. So go like our page if it’s not already [...]

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  • WE ARE OFFERING FREE DINNERS DURING MTL À TABLE

    WE ARE OFFERING FREE DINNERS DURING MTL À TABLE

    Oct 6, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    Because everyone loves good food and because everyone loves the variety of restaurants on the Main, we decided to throw a little contest your way just before the beginning of MTL à TABLE! Four flagship restaurants of Saint-Laurent Boulevard between Sherbrooke and Mont-Royal are participating in the Tourisme Montréal event. Here they are: 1. Globe [...]

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  • FIRE HYDRANTS TRANSFORMED INTO MIST BLOWERS

    FIRE HYDRANTS TRANSFORMED INTO MIST BLOWERS

    Jul 30, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    Because in the summer, it’s hot in Montreal! The Plateau Mont-Royal borough, in collaboration with the Association des designers industriels du Québec has developed the Bornéo project for this summer: fire hydrant transformed into mist blowers! You’ve probably heard of it, as their removal got everyone talking. Well, they’re back! The idea is relatively simple: [...]

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  • FREE REMOVAL OF UNWANTED GRAFFITI

    FREE REMOVAL OF UNWANTED GRAFFITI

    Jun 26, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    As a merchant or building owner, the situation of illegal graffiti is very frustrating. It is a common problem; we are aware and understand it. Your borough too, for that matter! Did you know that the Plateau Mont-Royal offers a free graffiti removal program? It's very simple. The products used are not harmful to the [...]

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  • MURAL 2014 IN PICTURES

    MURAL 2014 IN PICTURES

    Jun 19, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    The 2014 MURAL Festival was a huge success! If you want to know which mural is where, go have a look at the festival's map. As we all know, a picture is worth a thousand words (and we've got more than just one picture for you), so we'll let you enjoy the view. Artist: ITNI [...]

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  • MODÈLES COIFFURE SALON WILL MAKE YOU GREEN WITH ENVY

    MODÈLES COIFFURE SALON WILL MAKE YOU GREEN WITH ENVY

    Jun 16, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    Today, we would like to celebrate the green initiative (or initiatives rather, plural!) of one of Saint-Laurent Boulevard's business: Modèles Coiffure! This hair salon is clearly ahead of the game when it comes to energy-saving and doing its share for the environment. In short, as seen in their press release (and mentioned on Salut Bonjour), [...]

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  • SDBSL, ÉCORCE AND HANSEN TAKE HOME A GRAND PRIX STRAT!

    SDBSL, ÉCORCE AND HANSEN TAKE HOME A GRAND PRIX STRAT!

    Jun 10, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    In the evening of June 5, 2014, the Société de développement du boulevard Saint-Laurent, Écorce and Hansen received some big news: we have been awarded the Grand Prix (not the car race) Strat in the category of Meilleure utilisation de l’événementiel dans une initiative marketing, awarded by the Association des professionnels de la communication et [...]

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  • CONTEST – C2MTL CLOSING PARTY

    CONTEST – C2MTL CLOSING PARTY

    May 22, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    We’re having such a blast this week that we want to share the fun with YOU… through a contest! On May 29th (that’s next Thursday), it’s the closing party of C2MTL. We’ll be there and we’re giving you the chance to attend this HUGE event too! There’ll be tons of amazing DJs, like James Murphy [...]

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    • THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD IS GETTING A MAKEOVER!
    • THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD IS GETTING A MAKEOVER!
    • THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD IS GETTING A MAKEOVER!

    THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD IS GETTING A MAKEOVER!

    May 20, 2014 - posted by SDBSL

    We made it! And if you are reading theses lines, you have too. It is the refreshing makeover Saint-Laurent Boulevard needed. The SDBSL's full reform includes a new image, a new website, a new communications approach and everything that ensues. Perhaps you have visited our previous and somewhat outdated website. If you haven't, it’s no [...]

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  • BOULEVARD CREATIVES SENT TO C2MTL

    BOULEVARD CREATIVES SENT TO C2MTL

    May 20, 2014 - posted by SDBSL

    C2MTL stands for Commerce + Creativity. How convenient, since that is exactly how we characterize the Saint-Laurent Boulevard, where we accommodate some of the most original startups in the world! Montreal is actually where this high profile event will take place. It was created by Sid Lee, a prime example of innovation brewing in our [...]

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    • TIPS AND TRICKS WHEN VISITING THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD

    TIPS AND TRICKS WHEN VISITING THE SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD

    May 12, 2014 - posted by Guillaume

    There are many ways to get to the Saint-Laurent Boulevard, as you can see on the Visitor Information page. However, if you are planning to visit Montreal's Main, we strongly recommend travelling by foot. It is the only sure way to soak up the surrounding history and the cultural heritage while on your stroll. If [...]

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    • THE PUBLIC PIANO ON SAINT-LAURENT: NOT TO BE MISSED

    THE PUBLIC PIANO ON SAINT-LAURENT: NOT TO BE MISSED

    Apr 27, 2014 - posted by SDBSL

    A piano + you + Saint-Laurent Boulevard = a lively neighborhood! The principle is simple: we want to set a great atmosphere and liven up the Boulevard all summer. With the support of Plateau Mont-Royal, the public pianos will be installed throughout the city of Montreal... but the only one that should interest you is [...]

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    • THE BIG OPENING OF MAJESTIQUE

    THE BIG OPENING OF MAJESTIQUE

    Mar 27, 2014 - posted by SDBSL

    The long awaited opening of the Majestique restaurant on the Saint-Laurent Boulevard finally occurred on Friday, April 11th! The general public was able to follow the progress of the project on Facebook since December 2013 and needless to say, many people were impatiently waiting for the opening of the establishment. This is quite understandable given the [...]

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