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- Listencouronnes[kuʁɔn]Level 3
Suburban rings
The suburban areas surrounding Montréal — the North Shore (couronne nord) and South Shore (couronne sud) served by commuter networks.
In the guidesPublic Transit in Quebec: Bus, Metro and Train
- ListenDroit d'accès[dʁwa daksɛ]Level 3
Access fee
The daily entry fee for a national park — about $10 per adult, paid at the park entrance or online.
In the guidesHiking and National Parks in Quebec
- Listenécocentres[ekosɑ̃tʁ]Level 3
Ecocentres (waste drop-off centres)
Municipal drop-off centres for materials your bin doesn't accept — electronics, batteries, paints, motor oils, large appliances. Free for residents.
In the guidesBottle Deposit and Recycling in Quebec
- Listenenneigement[ɑ̃nɛʒmɑ̃]Level 3
Snow cover
The amount of snow on the ground — cross-country ski trails open once there is enough of it.
In the guidesWinter Outdoor Activities in Quebec
- Listenentraide[ɑ̃tʁɛd]Level 3
Mutual aid
Informal help networks within a community — people helping each other with jobs, housing and daily life.
In the guidesCultural Associations for Immigrants in Quebec
Vivre au Québec, simplement. — Life in Quebec, made simple.
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- Listenfriperies[fʁipʁi]Level 3
Thrift stores
Second-hand clothing stores selling at fixed prices — Renaissance and Village des Valeurs are the best-known chains in Quebec.
In the guidesGarage Sales, Thrift Stores and Kijiji in Quebec
- Listengel[ʒɛl]Level 3
Frost
Freezing temperatures that kill sensitive plants — the last frost in Montréal is typically around May 9–15.
In the guidesBalcony Gardening in Quebec: Vegetables and Herbs
- Listenglissade[ɡlisad]Level 3
Tobogganing
Sliding down a snowy slope on a sled or tube — a beloved Quebec winter activity, free in most neighbourhood parks.
In the guidesWinter Outdoor Activities in Quebec
- Listenheure du conte[œʁ dy kɔ̃t]Level 3
Story time
Animated reading sessions for young children (0–5) at the library — free, weekly, and excellent for language development.
In the guidesActivities for Babies and Toddlers in Quebec (0–3)
- Listenjardinage[ʒaʁdinaʒ]Level 3
Gardening
Growing plants — on a balcony, in a yard or in a community garden. Balcony gardening is very popular in Quebec, especially in Montréal.
In the guidesBalcony Gardening in Quebec: Vegetables and Herbs
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