Roadwork and Projects

Starting on Tuesday, May 20, a road resurfacing project will take place on Sherbrooke Street West, from Grosvenor Avenue to the western limit of the City. An estimated 13 weeks are required to complete the project. 

Project Details 

This project includes: 

• the reconstruction of Hydro Westmount's underground infrastructure (electrical conduit bank) beneath the north-side sidewalks*;
• the reconstruction of two Hydro Westmount manholes located at the intersections of Prince Albert Avenue and Sherbrooke Street West, and of Victoria Avenue and Sherbrooke Street West;
• the reconstruction of the north-side sidewalks;
• the reconstruction of select south-side sidewalks;
• the removal of the asphalt surface, localized repairs to the road base, and asphalt resurfacing of Sherbrooke Street West.

*These electrical infrastructure improvements are crucial to ensuring a safe and reliable power distribution network for residents and businesses. These upgrades will help prevent potential outages, address the City's growing energy demands, and replace outdated equipment to guarantee long-term service reliability and quality.

Project Timeline

To minimise the impact on businesses and residents in the affected area, work will be carried out in phases over a 13-week period. Parking will be affected based on the specific nature of the work being performed.  

Phase 1

• May 20 to mid-June: reconstruction of Hydro Westmount infrastructure, north-side between Prince Albert Avenue and Grosvenor Avenue
• May 20 to the end of May: localized reconstruction of south-side sidewalks between the western City limit and Prince Albert Avenue
• Mid-June to early July: reconstruction of north-side sidewalks between Prince Albert Avenue and Grosvenor Avenue

Phase 2

• Mid-June to mid-July: reconstruction of Hydro Westmount infrastructure, north-side between Prince Albert Avenue and the City's western limit
• Early July: localized reconstruction of south-side sidewalks between Grosvenor Avenue and Prince Albert Avenue
• Late July to early August: reconstruction of north-side sidewalks between Prince Albert Avenue and the City's western limits
• Mid-June to mid-July: between Prince Albert Avenue and Grosvenor Avenue, asphalt removal, localized repairs to the road base, and paving of the first layer of asphalt

Phase 3

• Late July to late August: between Prince Albert Avenue and the City's western limit, asphalt removal, localized repairs to the road base, and paving of the first layer of asphalt.
• Late August: paving of the last layer of asphalt over the entire work area

Mobility and Parking

• One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained and accessible throughout the project, except during the final asphalt paving operation scheduled for August.
• The final asphalt paving operation will require the complete closure of Sherbrooke Street West for an estimated maximum of five nights. This work will take place in August, overnight, between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. During these closures, vehicular access will be prohibited, but pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.
• Pedestrian access, including access to all homes and businesses, will always be maintained.
• On-street parking on Sherbrooke Street will be optimized as much as possible throughout the project. However, parking restrictions and availability will vary depending on the progress and specific work phases.
• Parking payment stations will be removed from the north side of Sherbrooke Street during the project. Motorists may pay their parking via the mobile app or by using a station on the south side of the street.
• Efforts will be made to designate areas for deliveries and other short-term loading needs.
• Public laneways behind the buildings on Sherbrooke Street will remain open.
• Temporary traffic changes will be implemented on neighbouring streets during the project.
• Westbound Bus 24 detour: The westbound Bus 24 is currently not stopping at Victoria Avenue or Claremont Avenue. The next stop after the Westmount Public Library is now Vendôme Avenue.

Please note

A full closure of northbound traffic at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Sherbrooke Street will be in effect from Monday, July 21 to Friday, August 1, inclusive. A detour will be established for northbound vehicles via Sainte-Catherine Street and Claremont Avenue, to help maintain smooth traffic flow in the area. Southbound traffic on Victoria Avenue, north of Sherbrooke Street, is already closed for the duration of the project. Sherbrooke Street will remain open in both directions (eastbound and westbound) throughout the work period.

Starting at the end of May, work is planned at Summit Lookout as part of the ongoing restoration of this site. Public access to the lookout will be restricted from the week of May 12. The work is expected to be completed by the end of summer 2025.

To maximise public access to the Lookout over the summer months, work will be carried out in phases. Fencing, shown in red in the images below, will be installed to limit public access to specific areas depending on the phase in progress.

Phase 1 of the work, planned from May to June, includes the complete closure of Summit Lookout.

During phase 2, scheduled in July, a single area around the telecommunications mast will be restricted to the public. This closure will be maintained indefinitely.

Infrastructure work on Forden Ave. and Forden Crescent is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 9. 

Project Details

This project will be carried out by the City's contractor, Eurovia.

The initial phase of the project will focus on crucial sewer work and sewer lining. The subcontractors responsible for these works will operate on a four-day work schedule, from Monday to Thursday,  7 a.m. to 6 p.m. This schedule will be in effect for an approximate five-week period, specifically between the weeks of June 9 and July 7. Please note that no work is currently planned for Fridays during this initial period.

The City's Engineering Department will ensure that the work site is safely secured at the end of each workday.

Consult the Forden Avenue reconstruction project page

Project Details

Starting Wednesday, July 9, the City of Westmount will carry out roadwork on Wood Avenue, between Sainte-Catherine Street and De Maisonneuve Boulevard. The project includes:

• repairs to the stormwater drainage system;
• reconstruction of lighting conduits and replacement of streetlights;
• repairs to Hydro-Westmount’s underground distribution network;
• complete reconstruction of sidewalks;
• repairs to the concrete road base;
• resurfacing of the asphalt roadway.

Residents and Businesses

As part of the sidewalk reconstruction, some work may encroach on privately installed landscaping or structures located within the public right-of-way (e.g., lawns, walkways, or driveways). These areas may be temporarily affected during the work. All impacted surfaces will be restored by the contractor to their original condition or better once the project is complete.

If your driveway or walkway is heated, or if you have an underground irrigation system, please notify us at assistance@westmount.org.

Parking and Traffic

On-street parking will be temporarily prohibited within the construction zone. Parked vehicles obstruct the work and may cause delays—please follow all posted No Parking signs. Pedestrian access to homes and businesses will be maintained at all times.

One driveway entrance at 1 Wood Avenue will remain accessible during the project. If access becomes temporarily unavailable, a special notice will be issued to inform affected residents. 

Waste, Recycling and Compost Collection

All waste collection services (garbage, food waste, recycling, green waste, and bulky items) will continue as scheduled throughout the project. Please place bins at the curb before 6:00 a.m. on your regular collection day, and ensure they are clearly marked with your address.

Starting the week of August 4, a road resurfacing and sidewalk reconstruction project will take place on Claremont Avenue north of Lorraine Avenue, including a section of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Avenue connecting Claremont and Westmount avenues. An estimated 15 weeks are required to complete the project. 

Project Details 

This road resurfacing and sidewalk reconstruction project includes two work areas.

The first work area is focused on the section of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Avenue connecting Claremont and Westmount avenues. Work in this area includes :

• reconstruction of the sidewalks;
• punctual repairs to the street base;
• repaving of the street surface.

The second work area is focused on Claremont Avenue north of Lorraine Avenue. Work in this area includes:

• reconstruction of Hydro Westmount's underground infrastructure (electrical conduit bank) beneath the east-side sidewalks;
• reconstruction of the street lighting network;
• reconstruction of a Hydro Westmount manhole located at the intersection of Windsor and Claremont avenues;
• reconstruction of the sidewalks;
• punctual repairs to the street base;
• repaving of the street surface.

The electrical infrastructure improvements listed above are crucial to ensuring a safe and reliable power distribution network for residents and businesses. These upgrades will help prevent potential outages, address the City's growing energy demands, and replace outdated equipment to guarantee long-term service reliability and quality.

The roads and sidewalks on Lorraine Avenue, as well as on the section of Claremont Avenue between Sherbrooke Street and Lorraine Avenue, will be addressed as part of a later project, which will include interventions on the water network.

Project Timeline

The project will be carried out in multiple phases over a 15-week period. Parking will be affected based on the specific nature of work being performed at any given time.

This preliminary project schedule may be modified due to unfavourable weather conditions or other circumstances.

Phase 1

• August 4 to 22:Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Avenue between Claremont and Westmount avenues
  • Reconstruction of the sidewalks
  • Punctual repairs to the street base
  • Repaving of the street surface

Phase 2

• August 11 to mid-September:Claremont Avenue north of Lorraine Avenue
  • Reconstruction of the sidewalks
  • Reconstruction of Hydro Westmount infrastructure, including a manhole at the corner of Claremont and Windsor avenues, and the electrical conduit banks under the east-side sidewalks

Phase 3

• Mid-September to early November:Claremont Avenue north of Lorraine Avenue
  • Removal of the existing asphalt surface
  • Punctual repairs to the concrete road base
  • Repaving of the asphalt surface

Mobility and Parking

• Claremont Avenue will be restricted to local traffic during the construction period. Vehicular access to home will be maintained whenever possible. Work may be carried out directly in front of a driveway, in which case temporary parking permits have been distributed to the concerned addresses.
• Pedestrian access will always be maintained, including access to all homes, Marianopolis College, and local businesses.
• Temporary traffic changes will be implemented on neighbouring streets.

Starting the week of June 9, preparatory work and the start of rehabilitation work on water and sewer pipes will begin on Greene Avenue between Saint-Antoine and Sainte-Catherine streets.

The project consists of repairing and rebuilding a water main. It will also integrate Westmount Public Works operations. A secondary sewer will be repaired, water connections will be replaced, and utilities and roads will be rebuilt. The approximate duration of the work site is 6 months.

Preparatory Work

From June 9 to 13

• Nature of the work: Exploratory excavations and measurement of water and sewer pipes.
• Greene Avenue: Partial obstructions between Rue Saint-Antoine and Sainte-Catherine Street.
• Sidewalks and buildings accessible at all times.
• No parking in construction areas. Please respect the traffic signs.

Water and Sewer Pipe Rehabilitation Work

From June 16

• Greene Avenue: Complete closure, between Rue Saint-Antoine and Boulevard Dorchester. Local traffic will allow between Rue Prospect and Rue Saint-Antoine.
• Intersection of Greene Avenue and Sainte-Catherine Street: Complete closure for one week.
• Maintaining access to buildings and businesses;
• No parking in construction areas;
• On-site signage will indicate all instructions to follow (detours, speed limits, local traffic, etc.)

From July 20

• Flaggers will be present to facilitate smooth and safe movement as needed.
• Parking spaces will be temporarily used for equipment and to ensure a safety perimeter near the construction site.
• Greene Avenue: Closed between Prospect and Sainte-Catherine streets. Please respect the signs in place indicating detours (Ex: Boulevard De Maisonneuve), local traffic, parking, etc.
• Rue Prospect: Local traffic only.
• Sainte-Catherine Street: Closed between Dorchester Boulevard and Atwater Avenue. Detours to be expected. Local traffic only.

Information About the Project

• Work schedule
  • Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Some operations may be postponed or extended due to weather conditions or other constraints.
• The use of construction site tools and other construction equipment may cause odours, dust, noise and vibrations despite all the control measures planned by the team of experts who ensure that disturbing aspects of the construction site are minimized.

Project Site

• Approximate duration: 6 months
• The use of tools and equipment may cause dust, noise, vibrations and certain odours despite all the mitigation measures put in place. Thank you for your patience.

Temporary Interruption of the Water Supply

• A door hanger specifying the date, time and all details will be distributed in advance to affected residents. There will be coordination with businesses to limit the impact on their activities.

Mobility and Active Travel

• Pedestrian walkways to ensure access to homes and other buildings at all times.
• Public transportation service will be maintained, but stops, schedules and routes may be changed. For further information, please contact STM-INFO (514-786-4636) or www.stm.info

Garbage, Recycling and Compost

• Collection schedule: according to the usual schedule.
• Restricted area: Place your trash cans and bins, clearly identified with your address, in the usual location. Containers that are inaccessible to garbage collectors will be moved by the contractor.

Information: 514 872-3777

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Consult the notice from Ville de Montréal

Notice: Preparatory work

Notice: Start of work