- Transit systems in Toronto and Montreal are highlighted as vital for national function.
- Expert advises on necessary regional transit improvements in Montreal, linking these studies to future provincial investments.
- Société de transport de Montréal (STM) operates the city's public transit network and requires commitment on funding for train replacement from the Government of Quebec.
Discussions are underway regarding the potential connection of the REM light-rail system to the existing Metro infrastructure in Montreal, requiring buy-in from the Quebec government.
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Updated Aug 26
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What happened
Discussions are underway regarding the potential connection of the REM light-rail system to the existing Metro infrastructure in Montreal, requiring buy-in from the Quebec government.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A new line linking Delson to REM in Brossard is underway, amidst calls for better regional east-west connections through Montreal.Sub-event
Montreal seeks to connect the REM light-rail system to the Metro network, calling for necessary changes from the Quebec government.1 source
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The entities involved
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Metro
UK record label
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Montreal
largest city in Quebec, Canada
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Quebec
province of Canada
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- A provincial election resulted in Conservatives gaining power, while the Green Party won seats and the Parti Quebeqois pursued independence.
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