Josh Freed

A columnist for The Montreal Gazette, he writes weekly thought-provoking, humorous and affectionate pieces about his beloved hometown. His offbeat yet unifying vision captures and projects the soul of Montréal, building strong bridges between its linguistic and cultural communities. His fine, captivating writing has left its mark, whether through the production of some twenty films or the publication of nine books, including the iconic Anglo Guide to Survival in Québec. One of the city's most appropriate ambassadors, Josh Freed has enriched the minds and hearts of generations of Montrealers. By helping them better understand each other, his writings have woven a common, enduring and profoundly Montréal narrative.