Maisonneuve Market facts for kids

The modern market buildings

The Maisonneuve Market (also known as Marché Maisonneuve in French) is a lively public market located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It's a place where people can buy fresh food and other goods directly from vendors. You can find it at 4445 Ontario Street East in the area of Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.

This market is surrounded by Ontario Street to the south, William-David Street to the east, and Place Gennevilliers Laliberté to the west and north. It's easy to get to using public transport! You can reach it by taking the Montreal Metro's Green Line to either Pie-IX or Viau stations.

History of Maisonneuve Market Buildings

The original Maisonneuve Market building constructed in 1912.

The Maisonneuve Market has a long and interesting history, with different buildings over the years.

The Original Market Building (1912)

The very first market building was built in 1912. It was designed by a famous architect named Marius Dufresne [fr]. This grand building served the community for many years, providing a central place for people to shop.

From Shelters to the Modern Market (1980-1995)

After the original building, there was a period when the market used simpler umbrella shelters, which were put in place around 1980. These shelters allowed vendors to continue selling their products outdoors. The current, modern market building opened its doors in 1995. This new building replaced the temporary shelters and offers a comfortable space for shoppers and vendors today.