Merchants on this Montreal street call for commercial rent regulation to avoid being priced out | CBC News

In Ville-Émard, Montreal, local businesses are facing significant rent increases, leading to concerns about the survival of small shops and the neighborhood's economic diversity. With some rents doubling or tripling, owners are struggling to keep up, prompting calls for action from local politicians and community members to address the issue. Supportive measures are being discussed to assist affected businesses, particularly in light of the post-pandemic recovery.