Politics and Elections in Montréal, Québec: What do you need to know?

Although Montreal is a world-class city, newcomers should know there is a significant barrier to full participation in the social and economic fabric of the metropolis. The official language of the province of Quebec, and therefore of Montreal, is French. Candidates for any customer-facing position are expected to be fluent in both French and English in order to serve both locals and the many international tourists who visit Montreal each year. Bilingual individuals will also have a much easier time developing a social network and interacting with others on a day-to-day basis.