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From Lawren Harris to Emily Carr, Jean-Paul Riopelle, Betty Goodwin, and Jean Paul Lemieux, the Klinkhoffs know Canadian art. Open since 1950, the gallery showcases several floors of Canadian works from both contemporary and historical artists.

Built more than a century ago, Edifice Belgo houses more than two dozen art galleries and artists' studios exhibiting the works of both established and emerging artists.  Each gallery or atelier maintains different hours, so it's best to call ahead or check website.

Located in an attractive space featuring wood floors and brick and gray-stone walls, Galerie Bloom is a family affair specializing in contemporary Canadian art. Owners Julien Michaud and Stéphanie Rivet are known for providing knowledgeable, individualized service and making modern art more accessible to the general public.

This gallery has a knack for discovering important new talents. It represents many of Canada's top contemporary artists as well as some international talents. Its 5,000 square feet hold a good selection of sculptures, paintings, and limited-edition prints.  There is another location Downtown at 1455 rue Sherbrooke Ouest.

If the friendly and knowledgeable staff don't win you over, the vast collection of Inuit art certainly will. Images Boréales represents the best-known Inuit and First Nations artists while also making a point of working with young, emerging Indigenous talent with strong potential. With more than 2,000 pieces of sculpture in soapstone and serpentine, the biggest challenge at this gallery-boutique will be deciding what to buy.

Lovers of street art will appreciate this space celebrating local street artists. Pieces are bold, vibrant, and, true to the gallery's name, original. The affable staff is knowledgable about the Montréal street art scene, gladly sharing the stories behind each piece.