Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest redevelopment: Montréal centre-ville welcomes adjustments announced by the city

Une rue piétonne animée avec des gens qui marchent et profitent de l'ambiance urbaine.

MONTREAL, April 10, 2025 – Montréal centre-ville welcomes the adjustments made to Phase 3 of the Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest redevelopment project, announced today by the Ville de Montréal. These modifications notably result from strong mobilization led by Montréal centre-ville in close collaboration with businesses and key stakeholders in the area, to ensure the project’s review and modification.

Since the initial announcement last November, Montréal centre-ville members have expressed numerous concerns regarding the potential impacts of permanent pedestrianization on their commercial activities. At their request, the organization undertook an in-depth analysis of the project, as well as sustained dialogue with City representatives to propose corrections, including a more progressive and concerted approach based on best practices observed in Montreal and internationally.

The adjustments to the redevelopment project and the establishment of a working committee bringing together Montréal centre-ville and other partners represent concrete progress. It will now be possible to review the proposed developments and plan, collaboratively, the gradual implementation of pedestrianization projects, taking into account the economic and operational realities of the downtown area, as well as the evolution of the commercial fabric and visitor habits.

For a project of this magnitude to succeed, it must be carried out with and for the merchants and businesses. The openness demonstrated in recent weeks, as well as the commitment to progress in stages, are steps in the right direction

Glenn Castanheira

Executive Director of Montréal centre-ville

Montréal centre-ville reaffirms its commitment to an ambitious vision for Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, provided that it is based on a proven, inclusive, and concerted approach. The organization remains fully mobilized to defend the interests of its members throughout the process and will ensure that the decisions made contribute to a dynamic, prosperous, and accessible downtown for all.

About Montréal centre-ville

Founded in 1999, the Société de développement commercial (SDC) Montréal centre-ville is a non-profit organization that brings together nearly 5,000 member businesses located between Atwater Avenue and Saint-Urbain Street, and between Sherbrooke Street and Saint-Antoine Street. It is the largest organization of its kind in Canada.

Source and info : Dany St-Jean – 514-212-5457