Stanley Street (Montreal) facts for kids

Stanley Street is a street in downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It runs from north to south. The street connects Doctor Penfield Avenue in the north to De la Gauchetière Street in the south. In French, its official name is rue Stanley.

History of Stanley Street in Montreal

The intersection of Stanley Street and Saint Catherine Street in 1930.

Corner of St Catherine and Stanley Streets looking east (1915)

Stanley Street first opened in 1845. It was named after a famous person from that time. This person was Edward Smith-Stanley, 14th Earl of Derby. He lived from 1799 to 1869. At the time, he was the Secretary of State for War and the Colonies. This was an important job in the British government. Later, he even became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

Who Named Stanley Street?

The name for Stanley Street was chosen by two people: James Smith and Duncan Fisher. They officially named the street on August 23, 1845.

Important People Connected to Stanley Street

Another important person connected to the street's name was Frederick Stanley, 16th Earl of Derby. He was the second son of Edward Smith-Stanley. Frederick Stanley later became known as Lord Stanley of Preston. He served as the 6th Governor General of Canada. This is a very important role, representing the King or Queen in Canada. He held this position from June 11, 1888, to September 18, 1893.

Molson's Bank on Stanley Street

At one time, a bank called Molson's Bank was located on Stanley Street. This bank was a well-known business in Montreal.