Laval is a major suburban city located just north of Montreal, separated from the island by the Rivière des Prairies. It is the third-largest city in Quebec and has grown rapidly over the years into a diverse and well-developed urban area. Laval offers a mix of residential neighbourhoods, commercial hubs, and industrial zones, along with numerous parks, shopping centres, and recreational facilities. With several metro stations on the Orange Line and easy highway access, it is well connected to Montreal while maintaining its own distinct identity and suburban lifestyle.
| Population (2021) | 438,366 | Population density | 1,781 hab/km2 |
| Variation in population between 2016 and 2021 | 4% | Unemployment rate (2021) | 9% |