move to st catharine street.
that's all i know, sorry dude. i could give you people's contacts who live there if you have questions. pm me.
Do they skate? If so, just ask em what advice they'd give to a dude with rough french, looking to work days and skate/party at night.
Plateau Mont-Royal or Mile End are good neighborhoods to start with, or St. Henri, which is cheaper but further away. Do you know anyone who lives in Montreal? Rent would be way cheaper if you have roomies.
Those are the places I was told too. I don't wanna make you go into too much detail, but could you briefly describe how close those places are to "downtown" or the city core or wherever the good skate spots and fun stuff is. I went up once as a kid but barely remember anything.
The only people I know up there are my cousins who are a bit older and most likely not looking for roomies. I'm trying to convince friends but it's looking like I'd be going solo. Another dilemma... I made most of my city friends of an all ages music forum. I'm getting a little old for that now.