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Laval is the largest suburb of Montreal, separated from the mainland by the Riviere des Mille Iles and from the island of Montreal by the River des Prairies. Laval was formed by the amalgamation of the communities surrounding Montreal due to growing urbanisation and today is a quiet residential town just a short drive away from downtown. Our Laval Livability guide will take you through all you need to know about living in Laval, from basic needs like housing and transit, to the best of culture and recreation.

With a cost of living that’s significantly lower than Montreal, including more affordable rent, Laval is a popular option for young families and for commuting professionals. With several university campuses located in the area, Laval is also home to a large student population particularly in Laval-des-Rapides, a central part of the city that hosts the University of Montreal’s Laval campus. As it is a predominantly French speaking area, employment opportunities and education favour French speakers. Although Anglophone schools are available, sending your children to these may prove difficult due to various regulations regarding admission. However, Laval remains a popular option for families with young children due to the safe communities, affordable day-care and the many recreational facilities, parks and playgrounds for kids to enjoy. The Parc des Prairies is one of Laval’s biggest parks and a popular recreation spot with pond and paths for jogging and biking in the summer and skiing in the winter.

While most Laval residents will point you towards Montreal for cultural activities, you’ll find plenty to see within the suburb itself particularly as the student population of Laval’s universities offer theatre and music performances year round that are open to the public. Laval also offers plenty in terms of shopping, with unique boutique stores as well as big brand shops at Carrefour. However, should you choose to head to Montreal, you’ll find it easy to get there on Laval’s efficient public transit system, which offers connectivity all over the Greater Montreal area.