Plage Jean-Doré, Beach in Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal, Canada.
Plage Jean-Doré is a beach on the Saint Lawrence River on Île Notre-Dame in Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal. It was announced in 1987 by mayor Jean Doré after the Archipel project failed, and inaugurated in 1990. In 2015, for its 25th anniversary, it was officially renamed in his honour.
The beach was announced in 1987 by mayor Jean Doré, following the failure of the Archipel project, and opened in 1990. In 2015 it was officially renamed in his honour for its 25th anniversary; after learning Doré had incurable cancer, mayor Denis Coderre announced on 15 October 2014 that he would seek permission for the change, as toponymy rules require a person to be dead for at least a year.
The beach draws Montrealers on warm days to swim, sunbathe, and spend time together outdoors. For many locals, a visit here is part of the summer routine.
The beach is most busy during summer months and offers the best conditions for swimming and water sports. It is wise to arrive early to find a good spot and avoid crowds.
The beach was announced in 1987 by mayor Jean Doré after the Archipel project failed, and opened in 1990. It was renamed in his honour in 2015, on its 25th anniversary; the toponymy commission normally requires a person to have been dead for a year, but mayor Denis Coderre announced on 15 October 2014 that he would seek the change after learning Doré had incurable cancer.
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