Building a new bridge: Pont Jacques-Bizard

Last updated March 25, 2024

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A new Pont Jacques-Bizard is being built to replace the existing one, which is nearing the end of its lifespan. The new bridge, erected just a few metres from the existing structure, the new bridge will handle 30,000 vehicles a day, and improve traffic flow for cyclists and pedestrians.

All about the project

When?

Start of construction: Spring 2022
Commissioning: Fall 2024
End of construction: Spring 2025

Where?

L’Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève
A few metres east of the existing bridge, over the Rivière des Prairies
On the south and north approaches, between Boulevard Gouin Ouest (island of Montréal) and Rue Cherrier (Île-Bizard)
Parc Denis-Benjamin-Viger

What?

Expanding to 4 traffic lanes, 1 more than the existing bridge
Building a wider two-way bike path and sidewalk
Complete redevelopment of the road, water and sewer mains and street lighting system
Refurbishing electrical networks and wiring
Redeveloping Parc Denis-Benjamin-Viger
Planting trees and plants
Building a lookout in the middle of the bridge
Putting in street furniture

A second phase of the project to dismantle the existing bridge, restore the riverbank and redevelop the Rivière des Prairies waterfront is planned for the coming years.

Why?

The Jacques-Bizard Bridge, which dates back to 1966, will be dismantled in the years to come. It is only the road leading to Île-Bizard.

The new structure will address long-term mobility needs and encourage active travel, while providing essential services to the population.

The project will include a second phase in which the first bridge will be dismantled. An investment of several million dollars would have been required to convert and maintain it.

A 100-year lifespan

The bridge has been designed to last around 100 years, some 40 years longer than the existing structure. The choice of innovative, high-quality materials (galvanized steel reinforcement, high-performance coating and an improved drainage system) will strengthen its resistance to de-icing salts and the freeze-thaw cycle, which contribute to the degradation of concrete and steel.

Vue surélevée des travaux de construction du nouveau pont

Bridge construction progress

See construction on the bridge every day with our cameras.

Construction schedule

Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (if necessary)

To reduce impacts on traffic, construction is carried out in a specific sequence and may occasionally take place at night, between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. To speed up the project or make up for delays, some work may also take place on Sundays.