Why are Montreal corner stores called 'depanneurs'?
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Why does Montreal call its corner stores depanneurs? Montreal tour guide and expert Thom Sievewright takes a look at Montreal’s “depanneur” culture.
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.
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