i've been up in montreal a number of times and will also be up there for new year's. i have two words: GRAND PRIX...that is THE place to go for a lil pregaming. beautiful girls, and they'll finish the job it's about 10 minutes outside of montreal, but ask any cab driver or hotel guy, they'll show you the way. i've also heard Wanda's is a good spot as well. But certainly chez paree is a good choice if you looking for a classy joint...no contact tho. as for the club scene...go with ARIA, unless you're a drinker. they have no liquor license. purely a pill poppin spot. but the big new year's party is Celebration held at the molson centre. from 9pm to 12 noon and about 15,000 headz. I'll be there...you should be there too.