Montreal Memo

What's New in this City with a Modern Face and a Traditional Heart. Montreal's world-renowned reputation in the international convention industry keeps growing: It recently ranked third (behind Washington, D.C., and New York City) as a key North American convention destination by the Union of International Associations. Visitors from the United States get an added bonus: Given the continued strength of the U.S. dollar, there's an almost 40 percent discount on every currency exchange.