Reddit pulse / page 15
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
Riders on the 439 Pie-IX SRB are fed up. Wait 15 minutes for a bus that's already 115 percent full, can't board, then watch three more roll up at the same time. One commenter is asking why the city can't double the buses on this route—this SRB should have metro-level frequency.
Montreal commuters on Reddit are venting about the REM's refusal to reimburse transit passes when service fails. If you're stuck without air conditioning for hours and your connection expires or your train never leaves, tough luck—the REM calls it part of the service agreement. Some are questioning whether it violates consumer protection law.
A Reddit thread is circulating about how a 1973 Dutch ban on Sunday driving—a response to the oil crisis—accidentally transformed the Netherlands into the world's cycling capital within a decade. One commenter noted that COVID car-free streets reminded them how far the Dutch took it back then.
Someone caught a 15-minute stand-up set at a Just for Laughs street pop-up Saturday evening from an Egyptian Coptic female comedian. She talked about being a kindergarten teacher and being neurodivergent. Anyone recognize her?
An illustrator moving to Montreal for school wants to swap her West Coast surrealist work with local artists. She's minimalist and simplistic in style, hoping to push her painting practice this year. DMs welcome if you're interested.
Someone considering houses in Pointe-Claire and Beaconsfield near the railway asked if freight trains rumble through overnight. The tracks are about 200m from some homes near Highway 20—locals sharing sleep-loss stories in the thread.
People are asking where the best spots are to watch the Feux Loto-Québec at La Ronde this year—Parc du Courant's lost its charm and the bridge is overdone. Looking for recommendations on Reddit.
Someone's organizing an emo/pop punk pre-party for Warped Tour on Thursday, August 20th and looking for a bar or venue in Montreal willing to partner. They handle promo and DJing; you bring the space.
Wild turkeys—a flock of 6 to 8 of them—were spotted roaming a quiet street on Nuns Island yesterday. Massive birds, just hanging out in the neighborhood.
Crime rate data from Stats Canada shows Montreal crime has dropped, but people are reporting stabbings almost every week — including three incidents and a serious assault on Clark Street recently. There's skepticism about how the numbers match what folks are actually experiencing in the city.
Someone's bringing their kid to La Ronde for the first time since 2006 — kid's tall enough now for the rides. Asking what's actually changed at the park in the last two decades and tips for the visit.
Someone's bringing a crew from New York to shoot the Milky Way at Kiamika Regional Park and asking if you can hike in from a side road or if kayaking's the only access. They don't have boats and would be going late at night — anyone been there and know what's actually possible?
Someone spotted a religious solicitation ad in the Montreal General's fourth-floor women's bathroom and is questioning how a publicly funded hospital is allowing proselytizing. They're raising concerns about targeting people who are sick and vulnerable in a state healthcare facility.
A person on r/montreal's asking for recommendations for a tattoo artist who specializes in reworking existing pieces — they've got a half-sleeve from ten years ago that needs finishing and more detail. Looking on the island or North Shore.
Alex Kasyan shared a small oil panel (9x12) of Westmount's Greenhouse painted en plein air. Gorgeous light on the building.
Someone on r/montreal's asking where to find a proper mountain bike shop in the city — you know, somewhere with specialized parts in stock and mechanics who actually know the sport. Apparently everyone's gone road bike crazy these days.
People at the Weird Al Yankovic show at Place des Festivals Saturday night were smoking in the middle of the audience. One attendee ended up coughing through several songs and is asking smokers to respect people around them who might have health conditions.
Guy got arrested pretty quickly on Queen Mary and Victoria after flipping his car. He'd hit a parked car first, which then got pushed about 3 feet and clipped the car parked in front of it. Chain reaction wreck.
Everyone drives 90-100 on the 20 near the city and the 80 on Champlain Bridge even though the posted limit is 70. People notice cops only stop you if you're going way over or driving recklessly. So what's the actual policy here?
Heading to the free Weird Al show at Place des Spectacles around 6:20pm and the REM is already unusually full. If you're going tonight, expect crowds and traffic. Stage is at Place des Festivals.
