Montreal (North America)
Population: 4,637,176
GDP: 38,491 USD
Functional Urban Area: 12,141 km2
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Context

Montréal, Quebec’s largest city, is governed by the Ville de Montréal, which includes 19 boroughs, each managing local services and urban planning. The Montreal Metropolitan Community (Communauté Métropolitaine de Montréal) spans 82 municipalities, coordinating metropolitan planning, economic development, and infrastructure. Established by provincial law, the CMM has a formal structure with a governing board of elected representatives from its member municipalities

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Key findings

Women represent 87% of local government positions in Montreal in 2024, leading the cities covered globally. The city also boasts significant improvements in air quality, with a 31% reduction in particle pollution from historical values, and closing in on the World Health Organisation target. Additionally, Montreal performs very well when it comes to active mobility, with 69% of the population having convenient access to bike lanes.

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  • Inclusion,
  • Governance and
  • Innovation.

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