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Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Montreal, Canada

The Statue of Jean Vauquelin, Victoria Memorial, the Hommage à Marguerite Bourgeoys and more

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The largest city in the province of Quebec, Montreal has become one of the most significant cities in all of Canada. Featuring everything from the oldest war monument in Canada to icons that are recognized by visitors and embraced by residents, the city combines the legacy and history of the region with the modern community […]

The Monuments of Dorchester Square and Place du Canada Celebrate the Legacy of Canada in Montreal

Representing a city and community

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Monumentous Legacy, North America, Public Space

Considered to be the heart of downtown Montreal, the monuments that define Dorchester Square and the adjoining Place du Canada are connected to the history and legacy of the city and the entire nation of Canada. These monuments enliven what would otherwise be a plain greenspace, showcasing what it can mean for landmarks to create […]

Nelson’s Column in Montreal is an Important Piece of History and Legacy for Canada

Connecting with history to enable engagement

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Monumentous History, North America, Sculpture

Created by the city of Montreal, Nelson’s Column is a central feature of Place Jacques-Cartier but has also become one of the most notable monuments in the city and across the province of Quebec as well as the nation of Canada. By honoring the legacy of one of the greatest military strategists of all time, […]

The Maisonneuve Monument Becomes an Icon of the Old Montreal Neighborhood

Honoring the founder of Montreal

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Monumentous Icons, North America, Public Space

The central feature of the Place d’Armes in the city of Montreal, the Maisonneuve Monument has become an icon that has come to represent the entire Old Montreal community in Quebec, Canada. Providing visitors with a hub of connection and residents with a means of identity, the monument showcases what it can mean for the […]

The Sir George-Étienne Cartier Monument Connects to the Legacy of Canada

“Above all, be Canadian”

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Attraction, Monumentous Legacy, North America

Located in Mount Royal Park in Montréal, Qubec, the George-Étienne Cartier Monument has come to define the area and is connected to the entire nation of Canada. Its’ creation is a credit to Cartier’s worldwide appeal as well as a showcase of what it can mean for history to connect to the present and future […]

The Montreal Logo Becomes an Icon Recognized by Visitors and Embraced by Residents

A symbol that comes out of “Ville de Montréal”

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Attraction, Monumentous Icons, North America

Appearing on everything from street signs to police cars to official documents, the Montreal Logo can be found everywhere and on everything across the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In becoming an icon that residents can embrace and visitors can engage with, the symbol highlights what it can mean to cultivate a sense of place […]

The Statue of Brother André Celebrates the Legacy of a Canadian Saint

Saint André of Montreal

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Monumentous Legacy, North America, Sculpture

Brother Andre is one of the most significant figures of the Catholic faith and the founder of one of the largest churches in the world, all of which is distinctly recognized by the Statue of Brother Andre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Providing an identity to an otherwise empty plaza, the statue serves as equal parts […]