Work on Christophe-Colomb, between Jarry and Jean-Talon

Last updated August 6, 2024
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This Villeray—Saint-Michel—Parc-Extension project involves the reconstruction and rehabilitation of water and sewer pipes. Work is also planned to ensure pedestrian safety, update lighting and improve the traffic light system.

The work is part of a project to build new bike lanes on Avenue Christophe-Colomb, from Boulevard Gouin to Rue Saint-Grégoire, linking 4 boroughs over a distance of approximately 7 kilometers.

All you need to know

Where?

Avenue Christophe-Colomb, between Rue Jarry and Rue Jean-Talon

When?

From July 2024 to autumn 2025

What?

In 2024, work will begin between Rue Villeray and Rue Jean-Talon:

  • installation of a temporary aqueduct network for the duration of the project
  • reconstruction and rehabilitation of water and sewer lines
  • addition of concrete islands
  • installation of temporary sidewalks
  • reconstruction of the Commission des Services Électriques de Montréal (CSEM) access shaft

The worksite will be on winter break and will resume in spring 2025, between Rue Jarry and Rue Jean-Talon, with work on:

  • water and sewer connections
  • lighting
  • roadways (pavement and sidewalks)
  • of the CSEM
  • traffic lights
  • paving, bicycle path and road markings

These operations may be postponed or their duration extended due to weather conditions or other constraints.

Obstructions and work sites

Consult the Obstructions and work sites digital service to locate obstructions caused by this work site.

Information meeting

Did you miss the information evening on the work to be carried out on Avenue Christophe-Colomb, between Rue Jarry and Rue Jean-Talon? Watch it here:

Documentation