Articles from Montreal-Minute

According to the Montreal Municipal Housing Office, the proportion of HLM buildings in good condition in Montreal increased from 24% in 2022 to 47% in 2025, attributed to significant investments. Despite this, 53% of buildings still require major renovations, requiring an additional one billion dollars. Additionally, the city plans to build 763 new social housing units to meet growing demand.

The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) has opened a new modern pavilion dedicated to entrepreneurship and innovation, located at 1250 rue Sanguinet. The building hosts ESG UQAM's graduate management programs and entrepreneurship center, with major funding of $41 million from the Quebec government. Designed for collaboration, the pavilion features active learning classrooms and technology labs. This initiative aims to revitalize Montreal's Latin Quarter by blending historical elements with modern facilities.

Major road closures are scheduled on Highway 40 at the Charles-De Gaulle Bridge from November 1 to 4 due to road repairs. These closures will partially affect traffic between Montreal and Terrebonne to fix ruts. Drivers should expect delays and use marked detours, with potential schedule changes depending on weather conditions.

The Ministry of Transportation is conducting essential work on Highway 30 in Longueuil to repair the expansion joints of the Kimber Boulevard overpass. The work will take place from October 17 to 20, causing partial lane closures and traffic detours. Drivers are advised to plan their travel carefully as significant congestion is expected.

Citizens of Montreal-East will soon vote for their next mayor, choosing between two candidates with contrasting visions: Anne St-Laurent, advocating for ambitious long-term projects, and John Judd, focusing on a more restrained and participative management approach. Key issues include urban development, industrial coexistence, and municipal finance management. The outcome will shape the city's direction amid ongoing housing concerns.

Since its establishment in 2015, PME MTL has supported thousands of Montreal businesses by creating jobs and investing millions of dollars. With six territorial hubs, they offer various services from financing to strategic support. During the pandemic, their mobilization effectively managed emergency programs. Today, they focus on circular economy projects, notably through initiatives like Synergie Montréal.

Montreal has initiated the East Green Corridor, a 17 km project to link various green spaces and promote sustainable mobility. The plan includes securing 13.1 hectares of natural areas and partnering with Sobeys for a new supermarket to enhance food accessibility. This corridor is part of Montreal's Vision 2050, focused on greening and active mobility.

Montreal has launched its first modular housing project to combat homelessness by providing temporary shelter and psychosocial support to vulnerable individuals. The project, located on the former racecourse site, is funded by a partnership between the Société d'habitation du Québec, the city of Montreal, and the MSSS. Managed by the Mission Old Brewery, it offers social and economic reintegration support. This initiative seeks to explore a new agile response model to social emergencies.