Amidst the urban tapestry of Montreal, a plaque whispers tales of Ahuntsic. The Ahuntsic Plaque isn’t just a marker. It’s a portal to a time when this area cradled the beginnings of New France. Ahuntsic witnessed the first stirrings of a new world from 1535. The Ahuntsic Plaque stands as a silent observer of centuries past. It remembers a young Frenchman, a missionary’s protégé, whose Huron name graces the district. His tragic drowning in the Rivière-des-Prairies in 1625 etched his name into history. Ahuntsic evolved from this early settlement, eventually sharing the stage with Ville-Marie to the south. The Ahuntsic Plaque silently observes the modern district. It remembers the echoes of the past. It acknowledges the vibrant present. Ahuntsic holds a unique place in Montreal’s story, a blend of ancient echoes and modern dynamism. The plaque serves as a tangible link, connecting the whispers of the past to the vibrant present. It is a reminder of the layers of history beneath our feet.
Parc Dickie-Moore
Who needs a time machine when you’ve got Parc Dickie-Moore? This little slice of Parc-Extension holds a century of Montreal