I was 84,000 steps into a 100k step day in Montreal, fading fast. The humidity was beating me from…read morepillar to post. Roshe runs were a horrendous choice of footwear. Both achilles tendons were begging me to stop. Clips of Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and Tyrese Haliburton brutally ripping their achilles off the bone flashed through my mind. "It's not worth it... don't finish... 84k steps is plenty... what are you even doing this for?" It was just then, as I was toying with breaking the contract I inked with myself in blood, that I turned left onto Queen Mary Ave and saw Saint Josephs Church sitting on top of a hill. It was breathtaking. It felt like something out of the Legend of Zelda. My own Temple of Time. I love when the works of my own species inspire me. I began my ascent to the top. The sun was checking out for the day, and I realized this may be an all-time sunset view from the summit. I got half way up, turned around, and boom. A jolt of energy injected straight into my soul. Half the sun had disappeared behind the horizon, with warm vibrant colors blasting into the cotton candy sky. It was a top 10 sunset of my life, and I've been SPOILED with some great sunsets over the years. When I reached the staircase that led to the summit, it felt like the whole city of Montreal was out there. The city was ALIVE. I couldn't help but forget about the pain in my legs, my existential dread, and the most humid day of 2026 in Montreal. God's creation was on full display, and it felt like his way of telling me to keep pushing. If you're in Montreal, this is the best place to watch the sunset. THANK YOU ST JOES I NEEDED THAT! IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo

Seven days a week mass is celebrated in French, English and Spanish. Only the French mass on…read moreSundays is in the basilica and the rest are held in the crypt church which while simple is still beautiful with its beautiful gold and stone statue behind the altar. The English mass is 12:15 pm and 7:00 pm, Mon - Saturday and 11:15 am on Sunday. Plan to arrive early, since the masses can get filled up. It is free to enter or look around, and you just pay for parking, tours, or for the museum. Although there are stairs, we took the several flights of escalators up to the Votive chapel floor where the Crypt church was. The Votive chapel is a hallway lined in flickering votive candles. I really enjoyed the English mass; the cantor, who sings the prayers you repeat, had the most beautiful voice I ever heard in church. Afterwards, we walked around the large gift shops, Brother Andre's tomb, enjoyed the beautiful view of the city, poked my head into the Basilica but did not go in since the French mass was going to be be held, saw the original small chapel (no pictures allowed), and walked around the Garden of the Way of the Cross which has larger than life statues depicting the stations of the cross. I found them particularly moving, since the sorrow, struggle, and pain was depicted in the faces so large and more realistically than looking at small paintings. At the end, there were a number of stairs to walk down or I think you would need to backtrack to take the paths back to the start. Really a special place and you can feel the peace and prayers here in spite of the hundreds of people.

This gift shop is not within the Basilique Notre-Dame, but is located as you walk out of the…read moreBasilica and to the left. It has a limited selection of religious items, ornaments, rosary beads, etc. Definitely it is worth a visit to grab a Momento to remember your visit to Notre Dame.

Traveled from CA to Montreal, Canada on vacation. Stopped by this shop to get a gift for my uncle…read morethe priest in Mexico. The store was very organized and the gentleman at the store was extremely friendly and helpful.

From the owner: Articles religieux pour toutes occasions.read more

The best ever spiritual shop. I love their assortment of candles, incense and wall hangings. The…read morestaff is so helpful and they also give the choice to order anything in that they don't have in stock ! I love their crystals and also their variety. There's something of everything from clothing to herbs. Honestly a great spiritual shop and a must check out !!

Wonderful shop offering a great selection for everyone and every budget. The owners are the…read morenicest!!!

This adorable gift store has been on Queen Mary for 25 years. It is run by two lovely sisters, and…read morethey deliver excellent customer service. They remember you and your family, and offer gift wrapping. The assortment of gifts is outstanding. You will always find something. They also have a great toy section at the back of the store, along with funny and interesting cards.

Way more than a bookstore! Actually, the selection of books is small compared to the selection of…read moreSpanish foods! They have a nice selection of cheese, rice, including paella rice, turrón and so many other Spanish delicacies like tinned fish and crackers. Excellent spot to put together a Spanish themed gift basket for a party or just pick up some things for your next Spanish food feast!

We love this store. Products from Spain at a good price. Staff will alert you if a product is past…read moreits "best by" date. Staff recommended a product that was 2/3 cost of another product that we were considering. Get your paella supplies here! Definitely will return