Villa Maria Estate Heads to Market | Canada News

Villa Maria College is poised to buy the historic Mount Royal estate once owned by the Sisters of Notre-Dame — a 1.7-million-square-foot property with deep roots in Quebec’s heritage. The Sisters, who’ve held it for generations, are offering the college first dibs to match any competing bid, with a legal twist: any buyer must honor the current lease until 2030 and negotiate a new one for at least two more years. Tensions flared in 2023 when the Sisters refused to sell directly to the college, sparking a court battle that ended this year after board changes. The Sisters aren’t just chasing top dollar — they’re demanding the buyer preserve the estate’s legacy, protect green spaces, and align with their values, with Vatican approval required. All proceeds will fund vulnerable students in Quebec’s public schools, turning a decades-long drama into a mission to uplift education. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/417fd4096249a2ab