Public works and major projects

Montréal also carries out large projects that can require extensive human and material resources and can take months or even years to complete.

What for? To ensure the reliability of equipment and services, offer a safe urban environment and improve residents’ quality of life.

The most common types of major projects include:

• Modernization of water and sewer systems
• Construction of bridges and tunnels
• Development of bicycle paths
• Complete rebuilding of streets
• Major urban renewal projects

The city strives to minimize the impact of public works on residents’ daily lives. There are many ways you can track the progress of works in your district.

Residents may call 514-872-3777 to speak with an agent Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outside these hours, residents can call 311. 

You can also send questions by e-mail to [email protected].

Work in progress notices are distributed to homes and businesses located near work sites. Notices of water shutoff may also be sent for work affecting the water supply system. The Notices and Alerts system is also used to send messages by email or text message about certain work sites.

This tool allows you to locate all the major projects underway on Montréal roads, identify road closures, and better plan your trips.