You'll find that some of Canada's finest artists live and teach in the West Island. All feel attracted partly by the West Island's lifestyle and culture and partly by the nearness to two big cities. Ottawa, the nation's capital, with its major museums, art galleries and Parliament buildings, lies a 90 minutes drive west. Only about 30 minutes east lies sophisticated Montreal, with theatres, symphony and concert halls and museums. Click on this map to get an overview of the West Island municipalities .
Most residents live in charming single-family homes.
The lots are generally very large. There is plenty of green space in the community and a minimum of commercial activity. There is a small shopping plaza in town and a fast growing industrial park, north of the railway. See homes for sale in Baie-d'Urf . Beaconsfield Top Beaconsfield is a mature community and has many family attractions.