Development and enhancement of the marsh sector

This marsh, the mountain’s last natural wetland, is an ecological hub with exceptional biodiversity in an urban environment. The marsh sector and its environment are essential to maintaining balance and biodiversity in Mount Royal Park, as they play a leading role in the catchment and retention of stormwater.

To ensure biodiversity in the park, plants native to this ecosystem will be introduced next spring

When?

September 2022 to October 2024

Where?

• West of the Chalet du Mont-Royal and Belvédère Kondiaronk
• The Boucle du Sommet portion of Chemin Olmsted

What? 

• Development of a network of paths
• Creation of walkways and lookouts
• Introduction of plants native to this type of ecosystem
• Ecological water management through the drainage basin

Why?

• Ensure safe access to the sector through the development of walkways and lookouts
• Increase stormwater retention capacity to benefit habitats and vegetation
• Preserve the ecosystem by preventing the creation of informal trails
• Offer better access to Mount Royal Park and an improved visitor experience

Repairs to and redevelopment of the Camillien-Houde staircase

The Camillien-Houde staircase, one of Mount Royal Park’s emblematic features, has reached the end of its useful life. Work operations will restore the staircase to the luster it enjoyed when it first opened in 1996.

When?

September 2022 to December 2023

Where?

Between the Camillien-Houde lookout and Chemin Olmsted

What?

• Reconstruction of the steps and the wooden landing
• Restoration of the railings and the steel structure

Why?

• Ensure the long-term sustainability of the path connecting the Camillien-Houde lookout to Chemin Olmsted. 
• Offer safe access to the escarpment path starting from Camillien-Houde lookout. 
• Preserve the ecosystem by preventing the creation of informal paths.  
• Offer better access to Mount Royal Park and an improved visitor experience.

Renovation : Cèdres-en-haut and Cèdres-en-bas pumping stations

Built in the early 20th century, the pumping stations are no longer functional, but require refurbishment to preserve their heritage character.

When?

Fall 2023

What?

• Replacement of roof, doors and windows
• Renovation of chimney, masonry joints and facade finish

Where?

In the marsh sector, on Chemin Olmsted and on Avenue Cedar

Why?

To ensure their enhancement and maintain their character, so that they bear witness to the city’s past.

Work notice

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