Librairie Le Port De Tête

If you’ve got a sweet spot for unique books that don’t tend to hit the bestseller list, there’s a place specially designed for you.

Eric Blackburn and Martin Turcotte had both studied arts and literature in university and were working side by side in a bookstore. Neither was very passionate about what the store was selling, and when they went book shopping, they couldn't really find what they wanted. Their instinct told them there were others just like them, secretly wishing for a bookstore that catered to their unique tastes.

Librairie Le Port de Tête saw the light of day in 2007, just a few blocks from Mont-Royal metro in an area known for its youthful feel and artistic flair. The store quickly built up a following among the neighbourhood’s inquisitive minds, learning enthusiasts and literature aficionados. Years later, at any given time of day, the store is bustling with shoppers hunting for a unique item or placing orders with the store’s staff.