McGill University is an English-language public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1821 by royal charter, the university bears the name of James McGill, a Scottish merchant, whose bequest in 1813 established the University of McGill College. In 1885, the name was officially changed to McGill University.
Other name: Université McGill (French)
Former name: McGill College or University of McGill College (1821–1885)
Motto: Grandescunt Aucta Labore · On legend: In Domino Confido
Motto in English: By work, all things increase and grow · On legend: I trust in the Lord