Anjou, Quebec, a borough of the Canadian city of Montreal, is a place where history and modernity coexist. Known as Ville d'Anjou, this former independent city, which merged with Montreal in 2002, is home to a predominantly Francophone population.
Anjou, Quebec, is situated at the eastern end of the island of Montreal. The borough's logo, which is a remnant of its former municipality, is prominently displayed on fleet vehicles, reading "Ville de Montréal, arrondissement Anjou."
Anjou is bordered by Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles to the north and east, Mercier—Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and Montréal-Est to the south, Saint-Léonard to the west, and Montréal-Nord at the northwestern corner. With an area of 13.7 km², Anjou is home to nearly 42,796 residents.
Anjou, Quebec, is traversed by Autoroute 40 (Metropolitan Aut.) with exits 80 and 82 located within its borders. Exits 6,7,8, (9 and 10 Northbound only) of Autoroute 25 (Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine Aut.) are also located in Anjou.
One of the borough's main attractions is the large Les Galeries d'Anjou shopping mall, one of the few mega malls located within the city of Montreal. The Blue line extension of the Montreal Metro, expected to be completed in 2029, will have a new station in Anjou with entrances on both sides of Autoroute 25.
The entire borough of Anjou, Quebec, falls within the federal riding of Honoré-Mercier and the provincial electoral district of Anjou–Louis-Riel. The borough is represented in the House of Commons by Pablo Rodriguez of the Liberal Party and in the National Assembly by Karine Boivin Roy of Coalition Avenir Québec.
Following the 2021 Montreal municipal election, the borough council of Anjou, Quebec, consists of a team of dedicated councilors committed to serving the community.
The demographics of Anjou, Quebec, reflect a diverse and vibrant community. The borough's rich history and modern amenities make it a unique and attractive destination for both residents and visitors.
