This cosmopolitan city embraces traditional European
flair with the luxuries of an urban centre. Horse drawn carriages,
cobblestone sidewalks, and local bistros thrive in an upscale, modern
environment. In this city, approximately 648,000 citizens speak some
English, however, 95 per cent of the population is Francophone. The
vibrant French culture is apparent in the city's surroundings, from
the ambience on the streets and the spirit of the people, to the elegant
European architecture.