Special Notices

News & Issues in Old Montreal – Business Community Consultation

In the summer of 2025, the SDC Vieux-Montréal launched a consultation project with the local community to take the pulse of its members regarding macroeconomic issues that could influence the visibility, commercial vitality, and ultimately the development of Old Montreal in the coming years.

By surveying the expectations of the business community on various topics, the SDC aims to contribute meaningfully to the discussions considered in decision-making processes affecting the historic district.

Discover the full report :

Survey results - August 2025*

*Available in French only

Construction project in Old Montreal for the Montreal Federal Justice Complex

Please note that these works will result in full closures of the affected streets. However, traffic control personnel will be on-site to ensure continued access to businesses and residences located outside the construction zone.

Street Closure Maps – June/July 2025 *

Work schedule – April 2025 *

For more details

*Available in French only 

 

If you have any questions regarding this notice or the construction project, please contact the project manager directly:

Project Director QBO - Bâtiment Québec

Valerie Roy

(514) 789-2728 ext. 5762 / [email protected]

Construction project in Old Montreal: PHI Contemporain

Preparatory work for the PHI Contemporain project has been underway since August 4, 2025. These interventions concern the historic buildings at the corner of Bonsecours and Saint-Paul Streets and aim to secure and preserve their exterior façades.

  • Work will continue until fall 2025
  • It includes masonry restoration, foundation waterproofing, and excavation work
  • Sidewalk detours will be in place on Saint-Paul and Bonsecours Streets, but access to businesses and residences will be maintained
  • Dust and noise protection measures are planned to minimize impacts on the neighbourhood

During this period, all PHI activities will continue as usual.

For more details

If you have any questions regarding this notice or the construction site, you can contact the PHI team directly at: [email protected]