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Outremont

Outremont is a borough of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, located on the northwestern slope of Mount Royal.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Outremont is a borough of Montreal, Quebec, located on the northwestern slope of Mount Royal. It is known for its leafy residential streets and historic character.

What it is

Outremont is one of Montreal’s 19 boroughs and the city’s smallest by area, covering about 3.84 km². Formerly an independent municipality, it was merged into Montreal in 2002. Its name comes from French, meaning 'beyond the mountain.'

Key details

The borough is largely residential, with tree-lined streets, parks, and heritage homes. It has a population of 24,629 (2021 census) and is known for its Francophone character, as well as a notable Hasidic Jewish community. Commercial corridors include Bernard and Laurier Ouest.

Why it matters

Outremont illustrates Quebec’s municipal mergers and the evolution of Montreal’s urban neighbourhoods. For Canadian readers, it offers a clear example of how a historic suburb integrates into a major city while retaining its distinct identity.

In short

  • Outremont is a borough of Montreal, formerly an independent municipality.
  • It is Montreal’s smallest borough by area, at about 3.84 km².
  • The area is residential and Francophone, with a significant Hasidic Jewish community.
  • It features historic architecture, parks, and shopping streets like Bernard and Laurier.
Canadian angle

Outremont is a well-known Montreal borough and an example of Quebec’s municipal mergers and urban neighbourhood development, with relevance for Canadian readers interested in Montreal history, urban geography, and community life.

Quick questions

What is Outremont?
Outremont is a borough of Montreal, Quebec, located on the northwestern slope of Mount Royal.
Was Outremont once a separate city?
Yes, it was an independent municipality before merging into Montreal in 2002.
What does the name Outremont mean?
It is French for 'beyond the mountain.'

Sources

  1. Ville de Montréal — https://montreal.ca/apropos/outremont
    Supports: Founding date, borough status, residential/institutional character, population, green space and heritage description
  2. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outremont
    Supports: Area, population, borough status, and municipal merger history
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outremont,_Quebec
    Supports: General description as a borough of Montreal and former municipality
  4. Tourisme Montréal — https://www.mtl.org/en/experience/tale-two-mountains
    Supports: Meaning of the name, location on Mount Royal, residential character, and historical development