Jacques Cartier Bridge to pilot bike path project during 2019-2020 winter season
A budget of $250,000 will go toward snow removal and removing ice from the lanes, and the total cost of the project has a budget of $700,000. Continue reading
Jacques Cartier Bridge
Quebec climate activists seek donations to help cover arrested protesters’ legal costs
Extinction Rebellion Quebec says it is devoted to putting pressure on both the provincial and federal governments to adopt rigorous environmental policies. Continue reading
Legault condemns Québec Solidaire’s position on climate protest action
Québec Solidaire doubled down on its stance, reaffirming support for the environmental activists behind the protests. Continue reading
About 30 climate protesters arrested in downtown Montreal
Police gradually had to block off lanes on the bridge before shutting it completely 90 minutes after the protest began. Continue reading
No joy rides this summer as construction scheduled on Montreal’s major bridges
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
“Take public transport if you can. That’s going to be much easier to travel,” said Catherine Tremblay with Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated. Continue reading
New Year’s Eve bigger than ever at Montreal’s Old Port
Moment Factory is producing a special light show for the New Year’s Eve Party at the Old Port of Montreal. Continue reading
Cyclists angry over wintertime closure of Jacques Cartier Bridge path
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Bridge authorities expect to close the path for winter sometime in December this year or as soon as the weather dictates. Continue reading
Multipurpose path on Jacques Cartier bridge to be off-limits for winter season
The decision was made following a winter maintenance pilot project last year in which various snow removal and deicing options were tested and analyzed. Continue reading
Horses of Cavalia’s ‘Odysseo’ get red carpet treatment before Montreal opening
Cavalia showed off it’s latest show Odysseo as it is set to gallop under the big top for the next several weeks. Continue reading
Organizers pleased with response to Montreal’s 375th anniversary celebrations
Preliminary estimates indicate the 375th anniversary festivities will end with a budget surplus of about $7 million out of a total budget of $125 million. Continue reading