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Chameran/Montpellier. A neighborhood unlike any other in Montreal. It sprang up seemingly overnight, a testament to rapid urban development. The Chameran/Montpellier district, nestled between Jules-Poitras Boulevard and the Laurentides Autoroute, stands out. It is the only district in Saint-Laurent developed without a pre-existing residential core. Its growth was phenomenal. Between 1960 and 1964, 62% of the buildings shot up. By 1969, a staggering 92% of Chameran’s construction was complete. Now let’s talk about Montpellier. This area started developing later, after 1975. By 1982, it only represented 4.5% of the district’s buildings. Interestingly, Montpellier has a deeper connection to Saint-Laurent’s industrial past. It sits along Montpellier Boulevard, the exact location of the first industry in Saint-Laurent: a stone quarry. Today, large condominium complexes stand where the quarry once operated, a visible symbol of the neighborhood’s transformation. This area, known as Chameran/Montpellier, became a vibrant hub for newcomers, especially from Lebanon. This influx of immigrants earned it the nickname “Little Beirut,” reflecting its rich multicultural character. The two areas, Chameran and Montpellier, represent a unique blend of rapid development and industrial heritage within the larger context of Saint-Laurent.

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