The most ethnically diverse of all of Montreal's
neighbourhoods, Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension
(or, Parc-Ex) stands at the city's centre, a hub for
rail and metro traffic. Starting at the old station
where the Canadian Pacific used to disembark, the
brick-and-mortar surroundings of Parc-Ex have a homey
feel, with leafy lawns and bicycle lanes seamlessly
incorporated into the landscape. With prominent Greek
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and Spanish communities, Greektown includes the
tastiest stops for brochettes and shawarma, and local
bars entertain an excitable soccer fanbase. Jerry Park
and Stade Uniprix stand ready for sports diehards to
enjoy a game, while the the Complexe Environnemental
Saint-Michel and Le Taz skate parks invite athletes to
train and compete. Though built for the active and
best by day, Cirque du Soleil, the TOHU center for
arts, and the Le Boulevard shopping centre offer
diversions for those who wish to stay late.
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