Dorval

Dorval is a suburban municipality on Montreal Island that stretches along Lac Saint-Louis. The area includes residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and Montreal's international airport within its boundaries.

The area was established in 1667 by Sulpician priests as a French settlement with a fort and mission. The name comes from landowner Jean-Baptiste Bouchard, whose family shaped the place's early development.

The town displays a balanced French-English coexistence in daily life. On street signs, in shops, and at community events, both languages appear side by side as part of the local identity.

The international airport takes up a large portion of the municipality and provides multiple terminals with various transportation connections. Visitors and travelers should expect typical airport conditions, including queues and regular arrivals and departures.

The arrival of the Grand Trunk Railway in 1855 transformed the place from a rural area into a popular summer destination for Montreal residents. This railway connection allowed wealthier residents to escape the city with ease.

Location: Urban agglomeration of Montreal

Inception: 1667

Part of: Greater Montreal

Shares border with: Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Châteauguay, L'Île-Dorval, Montreal

Website: https://ville.dorval.qc.ca/fr

GPS coordinates: 45.45000,-73.75000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:30