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Le logement domine le débat économique pour la mairie de Montréal

Olivier Robichaud October 03, 2025 3 min read
Journal Metro
Le logement domine le débat économique pour la mairie de Montréal
AI Article Summary

In the economic debate for the Montreal mayoral race, housing was a key issue discussed by Soraya Martinez Ferrada and Luc Rabouin. The candidates proposed solutions to revitalize downtown, including transitional units for homelessness. The debate also addressed construction management and city financial management.

What This Means for Canadian Contractors

For Quebec builders, this means that housing initiatives and construction management policies could impact construction permits and approval processes. The implementation of technologies like artificial intelligence might transform how construction sites are planned and managed, potentially leading to more efficient practices and reduced timelines. Current political discussions on housing might also encourage more funding for residential projects, especially in the social housing sector.