Articles from Journal Metro

Ensemble Montréal plans to utilize artificial intelligence to decrease the number of construction sites and enhance their management in Montréal. This initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion and improve citizens' quality of life by optimizing project planning and monitoring. The project includes creating a detailed inventory of construction sites, including those by partners like Hydro-Québec. Meanwhile, Projet Montréal proposes establishing an organization to centralize public construction planning.

The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) has announced the Deux-Montagnes line will begin service on November 17, 2025, following several delays. The line will connect downtown Montreal and the North Shore with trains running every 5 to 7 minutes. An adjusted schedule allows for continued testing for the Anse-à-l’Orme branch, set for spring completion. Artwork has been integrated into the stations, with final tests underway to ensure quality service.

Property prices in Greater Montreal rose by 4.9% in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year, driven by a cut in the Bank of Canada's key interest rate and increased property inventory. While the market is balancing, demand for affordable homes remains strong, with Quebec City seeing even greater price increases. Quebec stands out positively in this trend, unlike Ontario and British Columbia.

The City of Longueuil has announced the overnight closure of Du Tremblay Road eastbound to carry out renovation and urbanization works. The road will be fully closed from October 14 to 16 and then from Friday evening to Monday morning. Road infrastructures will be modernized, including stormwater management and other improvements. The project represents an investment of $3.33 million and is expected to be completed by November 2025.

Projet Montréal, led by Luc Rabouin, aims to enhance citizen access to the St. Lawrence River by increasing swimming access points, developing public waterfront spaces, and expanding the river shuttle network. The plan also seeks to improve accessibility to natural sites via the REM and create new observation areas. The initiative focuses on offering leisure spaces while promoting sustainable mobility.

Projet Montréal is introducing measures to protect rooming houses across Montreal, which are crucial as a last line of defense against homelessness. The party aims to prohibit their conversion into other housing types and transfer this responsibility to the central city government. Additionally, Projet Montréal seeks to use the right of first refusal to purchase these buildings and combat real estate speculation.

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.

The City of Montreal is supporting the conversion of the former Couvent de la Résurrection by funding a 700-housing project led by Prével and Entremise, with a contribution of $450,000. The site will transform into a social economy hub, featuring housing, green spaces, and community areas, aimed at revitalizing East Rosemont and addressing housing needs. The project will include between 130 and 150 non-market homes, catering to specific customers.

The borough of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension in Montreal will initiate four projects to enhance public spaces, including the redevelopment of Villeray and Bloomfield parks, with a combined budget of nearly 4 million dollars. The parks will receive new sports and recreational facilities, and two new murals will be added to beautify the neighborhoods. A public consultation will be held regarding the demolition of the old Chinese hospital for a residential project of at least 30 units.