Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Set on the sun-dappled West Island of Montreal, Dollard-des-Ormeaux—affectionately known as DDO—invites visitors to experience a lively blend of suburban comfort and vibrant multicultural energy. Gently bordered by lush parks and leafy neighbourhoods, this city offers a relaxed pace without ever feeling far removed from urban flair. With Boulevard des Sources at its heart and a network of well-kept streets winding through tranquil residential pockets, Dollard-des-Ormeaux exudes a unique charm that comes from decades of welcoming communities from near and far.

Civic life centres around the Dollard Civic Centre, where you’ll find a complex of sports facilities, a modern library and, in winter, families skating beneath sparkling lights. Summer brings picnics by the duck pond in Centennial Park, an expansive green space perfect for leisurely strolls, cycling or admiring seasonal blooms. Art lovers gravitate toward the Dollard Centre for the Arts, which hosts local exhibitions and classes, ensuring creativity flows as readily as conversation at one of the town’s inviting cafés.

Dollard-des-Ormeaux’s calendar shines brightest during the annual DDO Day festival in June. Locals and visitors gather at Centennial Park for live music, food trucks serving everything from poutine to shawarma, and a dazzling fireworks finale that lights up the lakeside. The city’s renowned multicultural dining scene tempts taste buds year-round, featuring French patisseries, kosher delis, Middle Eastern bakeries and upscale bistros.

Outdoor recreation is woven into daily life—lakeside trails, community tennis courts and family-friendly splash pads dot the neighbourhoods. Whether savouring a leisurely meal, catching a Mont-Royal sunset or joining in the camaraderie at a community event, Dollard-des-Ormeaux adds a joyful, neighbourly spirit to the westward edge of Montreal.