Montreal Commute

• All aboard! Montreal’s light-rail train network officially inaugurated

  The majority of the rail system, called the Réseau express métropolitain, or REM, will open late next year, with an airport link to come in 2027.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2023
  
• Montreal drivers can count on facing multiple construction sites this fall

  One of the construction sites announced for the fall will be in the Lafontaine tunnel, with only one lane open towards Montreal's south shore.

  Canada

  Aug 25, 2022
  
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• Quebec premier wants Ottawa to intervene in rail line blockades

  Quebec Premier François Legault is calling on the federal government to intervene as ongoing anti-pipeline protests continue to block rail lines across the country.

  Canada

  Feb 11, 2020
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• After water main break forces shutdown, service resumes on Montreal’s Orange line

  The Montreal fire department explained that a 12-inch pipe under Viger Avenue burst early Thursday morning.

  Traffic

  Nov 14, 2019
• North Shore companies offer employment closer to home for Deux-Montagnes train commuters

  A dozen local businesses are setting up shop near the Deux-Montagnes train line to speak with morning commuters about employment opportunities.

  Canada

  Nov 6, 2019
• Ville-Marie Expressway partially reopen after years of construction

  After years of construction and closures, a portion of Highway 720 along the Turcot Interchange in Montreal is once again open to traffic.

  Canada

  Oct 14, 2019
• Despite relief measures, Montreal metro’s orange line still overcrowded

  For commuters, riding the orange line during rush hour is an exercise in patience.

  Canada

  Sep 9, 2019
• Exo’s new awareness campaign aims to improve young riders’ train etiquette

  The campaign will last until the end of the school year.

  Canada

  Jun 4, 2019
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• More cars on the road — more cars stuck in traffic

  The car is king when it comes to travelling to work across the country and even if Montreal is an exception, commuting in the city comes with its own challenges.

  Canada

  Feb 26, 2019
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• As another 12 cm of snow falls on Montreal, budget overruns could be possible

  The latest snowfall may be less than expected, but it could create a budget headache for the City of Montreal.

  Weather

  Feb 21, 2019