Montrealers could now get slapped with fines of up to $1,000 for having a tempo up
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/two-men-install-a-tempo-shelter-in-quebec.jpg?id=59911054&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Now that <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-weather" target="_blank">spring has finally arrived in Quebec</a> (for real this time), it's officially time to say goodbye to those grey winter staples — the iconic Tempo shelters.</p><p>According to municipal bylaws across the province, temporary car shelters must be taken down by April 15, or you could be facing a hefty fine. That includes shelters in Montreal and most surrounding cities.</p><p>Even if yours is small or only used occasionally, it still needs to be fully removed — tarp, metal frame and all. Some people try to get around the rules by removing just the cover and leaving the structure up, but that doesn't cut it. Municipalities have made it clear: the entire shelter must be dismantled by the deadline.</p><p>There are a few exceptions, but they're rare. For example, in Montreal's Saint-Léonard borough, the deadline to remove Tempo shelters has been extended to April 30. In Verdun, residents can keep their temporary shelters from November 1 to May 1. Meanwhile, people who live in boroughs like LaSalle or Outremont need not worry since outdoor winter car shelters of any kind are prohibited all year long.</p><p>If you're unsure about your specific borough or suburb, it's best to check your local bylaw on the <a href="https://montreal.ca/en/how-to/install-temporary-car-shelter?arrondissement=OUT" target="_blank">City of Montreal's website</a>.</p><p>The rule also applies to vestibule-style shelters, like those set up over front steps or balconies — not just the ones used for parking.</p><p>Failing to take your Tempo down in time could cost you. In Montreal, fines range from $250 to $1,000, plus additional fees. So if you haven’t already taken yours down, now's probably the time to do it — before your spring cleanup turns into a costly ticket.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
Now that spring has finally arrived in Quebec (for real this time), it’s officially time to say goodbye to those grey winter staples — the iconic Tempo shelters.
According to municipal bylaws across the province, temporary car shelters must be taken down by April 15, or you could be facing a hefty fine. That includes shelters in Montreal and most surrounding cities.
Even if yours is small or only used occasionally, it still needs to be fully removed — tarp, metal frame and all. Some people try to get around the rules by removing just the cover and leaving the structure up, but that doesn’t cut it. Municipalities have made it clear: the entire shelter must be dismantled by the deadline.
There are a few exceptions, but they’re rare. For example, in Montreal’s Saint-Léonard borough, the deadline to remove Tempo shelters has been extended to April 30. In Verdun, residents can keep their temporary shelters from November 1 to May 1. Meanwhile, people who live in boroughs like LaSalle or Outremont need not worry since outdoor winter car shelters of any kind are prohibited all year long.
If you’re unsure about your specific borough or suburb, it’s best to check your local bylaw on the City of Montreal’s website.
The rule also applies to vestibule-style shelters, like those set up over front steps or balconies — not just the ones used for parking.
Failing to take your Tempo down in time could cost you. In Montreal, fines range from $250 to $1,000, plus additional fees. So if you haven’t already taken yours down, now’s probably the time to do it — before your spring cleanup turns into a costly ticket.
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<a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/eat-drink/" target="_blank">Montreal's food scene</a> just earned more global recognition, with two of the city's premier restaurants landing on <a href="https://www.forbestravelguide.com/award-winners" target="_blank">Forbes’ Travel Guide Star Awards 2025</a> list of the world's top restaurants.
</p><p> The annual rankings are compiled by anonymous inspectors who evaluate fine dining establishments based on 900+ criteria, including food quality, service, ambiance, and even the aesthetics of their cocktails.
</p><p> This year's results prove that Montreal remains a top-tier culinary destination, offering cutting-edge gastronomy and plenty of French luxury options without the flight to Paris.
</p><p> With that in mind, here's a closer look at the pair of Montreal spots that earned a well-deserved nod.
</p><h3>Toqué!</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DFbrCDxMsQu/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: 900, place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, QC</p><p>Cuisine: French</p><p>Price: 💸💸💸💸</p><p>Forbes rating: Four-Star</p><p>According to Forbes, Toqué! has "undoubtedly raised the bar in Montreal's thriving upscale dining scene," with the restaurant setting itself apart with inventive dishes that showcase Quebec's best ingredients. </p><p>Highlighted menu staples included their marinated princess scallops in blueberry water, bluefin tuna loin glazed with tomato and herb mayonnaise, and duck magret with yellow foot mushrooms and black garlic puree.</p><p>Forbes notes that "though the dress code at this Four-Star restaurant is humbly listed as casual, we think this is one occasion worth dressing up for."</p><h3>Maison Boulud</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DA_WS4BzJxE/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: 1228, rue Sherbrooke O., Montreal, QC (Inside the Ritz-Carlton)</p><p>Cuisine: French-Canadian</p><p>Price: 💸💸💸💸</p><p>Forbes rating<strong data-redactor-tag="strong">:</strong> Recommended</p><p>Maison Boulud inside the Ritz-Carlton Montreal was praised for blending "Canadian comfort with French luxury," to offer an elegant yet relaxed fine dining experience. </p><p>The menu, led by chef Daniel Boulud, is built around exceptional ingredients, sublimated by a touch of creativity and fantasy. Staple dishes like potato gnocchi with fresh Madeleine Islands lobster and coral emulsion and duck served with seared foie gras and bigarade sauce both earned shoutouts.</p><p>As for dessert, the publication singled out the chocolate coulant with liquid caramel, fleur de sel, and caramelized milk ice cream, noting that "no one tastes it without raving about it for weeks."</p><p> Montreal wasn't the only Quebec town with top-tier dining. Chez Muffy in Quebec City also earned a Four-Star rating from Forbes this year. Located in the Auberge Saint-Antoine, Chez Muffy is known for its farm-to-table concept, featuring seasonal ingredients from Île d’Orléans and beyond. Forbes praised the restaurant's intimate and sophisticated atmosphere, calling it an "ideal setting for a business date or a romantic meal."
</p><p> If you’re curious about which other Canadian spots made the cut, you can check out the full list of Travel Guide Star Awards winners on <a href="https://www.forbestravelguide.com/award-winners" target="_blank">Forbes' website</a>.
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