# Pierrefonds

> human settlement in Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Quebec, Canada

**Wikidata**: [Q2360927](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2360927)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierrefonds,_Quebec)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/pierrefonds

## Summary
Pierrefonds is a human settlement located in the Pierrefonds-Roxboro area of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It was previously classified as a city but is now considered an administrative sector or quarter of Montreal.

## Key Facts
- Located in Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Quebec, Canada
- Part of Montreal since January 1, 2002
- Coordinates: 45.4667 latitude, -73.8833 longitude
- Instance of: city (until 2002), quarter, administrative sector
- Has 9 Wikipedia sitelinks
- Wikidata ID: Q15241312
- Geonames ID: 6104319
- Un/LOCODE: CAPIE
- Freebase ID: /m/036kbh
- CGNDB unique ID: ERKGP
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007586350705171
- Musicbrainz area ID: 18932d29-a494-4ddc-bd39-e7e80607d436
- Commons category: Pierrefonds (Montréal)
- Locator map image: Montreal boroughs post-demerger

## FAQs
- What is Pierrefonds' current administrative status?  
  Pierrefonds is now classified as an administrative sector or quarter of Montreal, having been part of Montreal since January 1, 2002.
- Where is Pierrefonds located?  
  Pierrefonds is situated in the Pierrefonds-Roxboro area of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, with coordinates at 45.4667 latitude and -73.8833 longitude.
- What are the Wikipedia languages for Pierrefonds?  
  Pierrefonds has Wikipedia entries available in multiple languages including Azerbaijani, Chechen, English, Persian, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Swedish.
- What is the Un/LOCODE for Pierrefonds?  
  The Un/LOCODE for Pierrefonds is CAPIE, as referenced in the UNECE trade database.
- What is the CGNDB unique identifier for Pierrefonds?  
  Pierrefonds has the CGNDB unique identifier ERKGP.

## Why It Matters
Pierrefonds serves as an administrative sector within Montreal, contributing to the city's governance and urban planning structure. Its classification as an administrative sector rather than a separate city reflects Montreal's municipal reorganization in 2002, which consolidated several municipalities into boroughs. This change impacts local governance, services delivery, and community identity within the larger metropolitan context of Montreal.

## Notable For
- Transition from city to administrative sector: Pierrefonds was reclassified from a city to an administrative sector of Montreal on January 1, 2002.
- Multiple identification systems: The settlement is referenced across various databases including Wikidata, Freebase, Geonames, and Musicbrainz, each with unique identifiers.
- Cultural and historical significance: The area is associated with notable landmarks like Château Pierrefonds, which appears in the Commons image collection.
- International recognition: Pierrefonds has entries in multiple languages on Wikipedia and is categorized in the Commons database.

## Body
### History
Pierrefonds was previously classified as a city until January 1, 2002, when it became part of Montreal as part of municipal amalgamation. The settlement has historical significance as part of the broader Montreal metropolitan area. The transition to being an administrative sector rather than a separate city reflects changes in municipal governance and urban planning in Quebec.

### Geography and Location
Pierrefonds is situated in the Pierrefonds-Roxboro area of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The settlement has specific geographic coordinates at 45.4667 latitude and -73.8833 longitude. It is positioned within the Montreal metropolitan region, contributing to the city's diverse urban landscape.

### Administrative Structure
As an administrative sector of Montreal, Pierrefonds operates under the municipal governance framework established in 2002. This classification distinguishes it from being a separate city while maintaining local community identity within the larger metropolitan context. The administrative sector designation affects local services, representation, and community organization.

### Identification and Classification
Pierrefonds is referenced across multiple identification systems:
- Wikidata: Q15241312
- Geonames: 6104319
- Freebase: /m/036kbh
- Musicbrainz: 18932d29-a494-4ddc-bd39-e7e80607d436
- CGNDB: ERKGP
- National Library of Israel J9U: 987007586350705171

The settlement has 9 Wikipedia sitelinks across various languages including Azerbaijani, Chechen, English, Persian, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Swedish. The Un/LOCODE for Pierrefonds is CAPIE, as referenced in the UNECE trade database.

### Cultural and Visual Representation
The area is represented in various media:
- Images: Château Pierrefonds and other local scenes are available in the Commons database
- Locator map: The settlement appears on the Montreal boroughs post-demerger map
- Commons category: Pierrefonds is categorized under "Pierrefonds (Montréal)" in the Commons system

### Community and Language
Pierrefonds maintains community identity within the Montreal metropolitan area. The settlement has Wikipedia entries in multiple languages, reflecting its diverse population and international recognition. The local community continues to operate under the administrative framework established in 2002.

## References

1. Canadian Geographical Names Database
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. MusicBrainz
4. GeoNames
5. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/ca.htm)
6. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File