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Upper floor of the flea market
The Flea

 

An unassuming white brick building stands nestled between highways and fast-food restaurants in Montreal's North end. 

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A set of heavy metal doors opens to a labyrinth of stalls and narrow alleyways. Inside, a world of nicknacks and treasure, illuminated by hundreds of vintage light bulbs.

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Hours are lost here. 

 

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"There’s something here for everyone,”

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Frances, 80-year-old owner and administrator of the flea market

Flea market owner in her office
Stall owner

"I try to find the special things.

The things everyone wants to see,"

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Alain Lamarre, owner of ALSM Broncateurs

Merchant in his stall (closing shot)

"What I enjoy the most, is to see the faces of people when they find something special. The happiness in their eyes, the sparkle.”

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Thank you to all the merchants for their patience and help.

All photos taken by Alexandra Jurecko in Montreal, 2019. Copyright by Alexandra Jurecko.

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