why we left downtown montreal (hidden cost of city life)

#MovingToMontreal #MontrealLife #MontrealVlog #TorontoVsMontreal #LivingInMontreal #DowntownMontreal #LifeInCanada ever since i started this channel, i keep getting messages on "what's better: montreal or toronto?" from people who are entertaining the idea of moving. it's hard to compare these two large cities because each has got its own pros and cons, however in this video i decided to share some of my personal experience and open up about the reality of living in downtown montreal, after i spent 2 years in this city - something that people don't really talk a lot about. i know, probably every downtown isn't the cleanest and calmest place to live, but things that i observed in downtown montreal were odd for toronto living and, in full transparancy, i wish someone told me this before moving. and don't get me wrong, montreal is an absolutely beautiful city with its breathtaking arcitecture, but if you're planning to settle here, you should be aware of some nuances and challenges that come along with living in a more historic, older city. let me know your thoughts in the comments! my socials: insta:   / ana.khodus   email: [email protected] my filming gear: camera: Sony ZV-E1 lens: Viltrox 20mm F2.8 FE tripod: Koolehaoda Mini Tripod mic: Rode VideoMicro Compact 00:00 - 01:03 - intro 01:04 - 02:02 - affordability 02:03 - 03:16 - safety issues 03:17 - 05:19 - garbage & rat problem 05:20 - 06:50 - quality of roads, car insurance 06:51 - 08:51 - outro