The SDC Les Quartiers du Canal is pleased to announce the return of Montréal Boréal – Le Jam du Nord, celebrating its fourth edition on February 7 and 8, 2026, in the Saint-Henri neighbourhood. This outdoor winter event will bring Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier Park to life all weekend long with a warm, festive, and truly boreal atmosphere.
While Nordic traditions are part of Quebec identity, it’s not always easy to leave the city to enjoy them. Montréal Boréal therefore takes on the challenge: bringing folklore, the boreal spirit, and the magic of the far north directly to Les Quartiers du Canal.
On site, visitors will discover:
At the heart of the site, Le Refuge will be the must-visit spot of the weekend. This giant igloo, decorated in a boreal spirit, will serve as a place to relax, gather, and connect.
Inside, visitors will find:
an immersive setting blending lights, projections, textures, and a winter atmosphere;
the perfect place to take a break, warm up, and enjoy the moment;
pop-up programming featuring mini-performances, boreal storytelling, and surprise encounters;
a hot chocolate bar highlighting coffee from local micro-roaster ESCAPE;
a board games corner for all ages;
an après-ski–style chill space, ideal for relaxing between activities.
Le Refuge will truly be the beating heart of Montréal Boréal:
a warm and welcoming place to create lasting memories with family and friends.
Outdoors, Montréal Boréal will offer a wide range of activities to get moving, have fun, and experience winter in a whole new way.
This year’s program includes:
a survival skills activity, introducing the basics of Nordic outdoor living;
the presence of Burton, featuring a mini half-pipe and a beginner snowboarding course for kids;
a lumberjack demonstration, showcasing traditional skills and know-how;
a line dancing workshop, the perfect way to warm up and dance together in a festive atmosphere.
Everything you need to enjoy an active, playful, and truly boreal winter—before heading back inside the igloo to warm up! ❄️
In the park:
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.: Snowboarding initiation with Burton
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.: Discover the Zoo Ecouseum cabin
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.: Sports activity with the Intergenerational Olympics
12:00–2:30 p.m.: Competitive demonstration by Andréanne and Alex, professional sport lumberjacks
1:00–3:00 p.m.: Ice carving with Sculpture Beauregard
1:00–2:00 p.m.: Marshmallow activity by the fire (free marshmallows in the igloo)
1:30 p.m.: Meet a bird of prey – Zoo Ecomuseum cabin
3:00 p.m.: Performance by circus artists from Prod-G Circus
4:00–11:00 p.m.: La Sapinière, an illuminated forest by Pinkcloud (Northern Lights theme)
In Le Refuge:
10:00–11:00 a.m.: Workshop with GRAME
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.: Tasting of Dunord products
6:00 p.m.: Performance by Roman Zavada and Prod-G Circus artists, and immersive projections by Pinkcloud
7:00 p.m.: DJ performance by JP GROOVE présenté par Bonne Famille
9:00 p.m.: DJ performance by Marycee
In the park:
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Survival skills workshop with Les Primitifs
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.: Snowboarding initiation with Burton
1:00–2:00 p.m.: Marshmallow activity by the fire (free marshmallows in the igloo)
1:30–3:00 p.m.: Line dancing workshop with Winslow Dancers
In Le Refuge:
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Winter creative workshop with Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.: Tasting of Dunord products
Feathers and Scales: Discovering Québec’s Birds and Reptiles with the Zoo Ecomuseum!
The Zoo Ecomuseum invites you to take part in an interactive and educational activity exploring the characteristics and adaptations of Québec’s birds and reptiles!
Through a hands-on approach, visitors will have the opportunity to meet a zoologist specializing in Québec wildlife, take part in a game, and discover various natural artifacts such as feathers, eggshells, shells… and much more!
Burton will also be on site this weekend and invites you to enjoy an outdoor-filled experience.
Installations will be set up to introduce young children to snowboarding. Burton will provide the equipment, which can be used with regular winter boots.
This year, we’re also thinking of more experienced riders who have their own gear, with a setup that includes a box. Don’t forget your helmet!
We look forward to seeing you in large numbers on February 7 and 8!
➡️ https://www.burton.com/discover/s/article/burton-riglet
This year, Montréal Boréal also highlights the culinary richness of the neighbourhood’s food businesses. To warm up, Tran Cantine will offer a comforting hot broth, while Tuck Shop will serve mulled wine available in the igloo and at our bar. Festival-goers are also invited to extend the experience by discovering the many delicious spots nearby: Miette, Margot, Lloydie’s, Crèmerie Dalla Rose, Arthur’s, La Louche, BarBara, Tacos Frida, Macho Burger, Cinco de Mayo, Bar Courcelle, Campanelli, Café Figata, Uniburger, F+F Pizza, Mollo, Onigiri Shop, and Souvlaki Grec Plus. An ideal opportunity to savour winter while supporting local businesses.
And for all your other needs, you have access to La Librairie Saint-Henri, Florilège, Gank, D1 Barbershop, ACCO Photo, Tête de Toro, Lejeunes & Frères, Nettoyeur Pro Plus, Totem Tea & Spice, and The Gusto Parlor.
Test your superhero sorting skills with the ring toss game and a memory game from Écoquartier Sud-Ouest! A kiosk about Écoquartier activities will also be available (waste management, greening, community gardens, etc.).
