Boisbriand, an off-island suburb of Montreal, is nestled in southwestern Quebec, Canada. This charming city is located on the north shore of the Rivière des Mille Îles, within the Thérèse-De Blainville Regional County Municipality. Despite its relatively small size, Boisbriand is a bustling hub, bisected by three major highways: Highway 13 on the west, Highway 15 on the east, and Highway 640 in the middle/north.
Within the city limits of Boisbriand, you'll find the Hasidic community of Kiryas Tosh. This rapidly growing community, which makes up about 11% of the city's population, is home to 540 families and approximately 3,100 people. The community was established in 1963 by the former Tosher Rebbe, Meshulim Feish (Ferencz) Lowy.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Boisbriand had a population of 28,308 living in 11,425 of its 11,769 total private dwellings. This marked a 5.3% increase from its 2016 population of 26,884. With a land area of 27.67 km2 (10.68 sq mi), Boisbriand had a population density of 1,023.1/km2 (2,649.7/sq mi) in 2021.
Boisbriand boasts a humid continental climate, offering visitors and residents a taste of all four seasons. Winters in Boisbriand are known for their cold temperatures and abundant snowfall, while summers are typically hot and humid. The city also enjoys the beauty of spring and the colorful foliage of autumn.
Boisbriand shares a special bond with Annemasse, a city in France, as its twin city. This relationship fosters cultural exchange and mutual understanding, further enriching the vibrant community of Boisbriand.
