Montreal's municipal government promised to improve pedestrian-commuter spaces and increase greenery in the city. The city is continuing to launch new projects, including a project in the neighbourhood of Ville-Marie.

The next project in the works will be on Frontenac street, between Ontario street and Sherbrooke street.  This project aims to decrease vehicle traffic, improve pedestrian and intersection safety, increase greenery and provide user-friendly travel to Montrealers.

The project has been in the works for a while, first being presented to the public in 2017. Construction for this improved pedestrian and commuter space commenced last month and it set to be completed next year. The project was presented to the public by Marika Decubber and Pierre Wickir Joint.

The road and sidewalks will be rebuilt, with new traffic lights and lighting being added. Bigger planting pits under the sidewalk will also be added to make space for new trees. 

Before redevelopment of this area, 33% of this space was pedestrian circulation/sidewalk and greenery, while 67% was dedicated automobile circulation. After redevelopment of this area, 48% will be provided to pedestrian circulation/sidewalk and greenery (a 15% increase) and 52% will be provided for automobile circulation (a 15% decrease).

Construction began in July of this year, which will continue until November. Construction will continue again in 2023, starting in May lasting until November.

The work will also include leveling and paving of the roadway between Notre-Dame and Ontario streets, connecting the street between Ontario street and Hochelaga.

The city ensures maintenance of the cleanliness of the site's environment. Collection of garbage will be provided by the contractor according to the regular schedule, including garbage and recycling collection days.

Traffic will not completely be affected, as deliveries and move-ins and outs will be possible, with coordination required. There will also be coordination with the Société de transport de Montréal (STM).

(Program is in French).