i know there is a factory outside of montreal somewhere. does anyone know what it's called and if they have a tour?

Frunch,

there are no factories close to Montreal. Hands does have a factory at Pappineauville, but as far as I understand, they will stop manufacturing this year, if they haven't already done so.

There are some companies with warehouses in the area surrounding Montreal, but there isn't really much to see except for large storage containers. This site's sponsor, Royal, have their warehouse at St Pie, about 80km from Montreal. Click on the logo on this page for more information.

Paul.