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City Mobility – The first fully electric bus made in Québec unveiled

City Mobility – The first fully electric bus made in Québec unveiled

Earlier this morning, the STM and Nova Bus, now a part of Volvo Group, welcomed the Canadian members of the public transit industry for the unveiling of the new visual identity for Montréal’s City Mobility project. Montrealers and other visitors will easily recognize fully electric buses thanks to a distinct look that sets them apart from STM’s standard buses.

Excellence in project management – STM’s Stinson bus garage receives one of two Project of the Year Awards

Excellence in project management – STM’s Stinson bus garage receives one of two Project of the Year Awards

At this year’s PMI-Montréal élixir Gala, the STM’s Stinson bus garage project received the Project of the Year award in the « Construction and Engineering » category. Awarded each year by the group of project management professionals, these awards recognize excellence in project management in various areas of expertise, particularly as they relate to respecting a project’s budget and timetable

A new life for our MR-63

A new life for our MR-63

The first métro cars acquired by the STM, known as MR-63, have reached the end of their service life. The STM will gradually replace them as the new métro cars, named AZUR, are delivered. A few options, among them recycling, are under consideration to determine what will become of our MR-63 trains.

Beaubien station to reopen August 31

Beaubien station to reopen August 31

After a four-month closure, Beaubien station is set to reopen its doors on Monday, August 31. However, as initially planned, some work remains to be completed, like the exterior marquee, bus lane, outdoor landscaping, natural ventilation shaft and some electrical work. As such, the project is expected to be finished by January 2016.

Tennis and STM, a perfect match

Tennis and STM, a perfect match

Encore cette année, les amateurs de tennis qui assisteront à la Coupe Rogers, du 7 au 16 août au Stade Uniprix, bénéficieront du transport en commun gratuit.

Summer holidays : Free bus and métro for the little ones

Summer holidays : Free bus and métro for the little ones

Good news for parents planning activities in Montréal during summer: once again this year, children can ride the STM’s public transit system for free thanks to its Family Outings promotion. In addition, several STM partners will be offering generous discounts to fare-card holders, allowing families to take full advantage of their holidays.

Refurbishment of the LaSalle métro station bus lane

From June 25 to mid-September 2015, the bus lane in front of LaSalle métro station will be completely refurbished and bus stops will be relocated. Clients are advised to plan ahead by consulting this map.

STM’s 7th sustainable development report published according to GRI G4 requirements now available in English

This interactive report is a first for the STM, as it now publishes an integrated report that includes the activity, sustainable development and financial reports. It is also the first edition that meets Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G4 requirements. To that end, the STM consulted its internal and external stakeholders to ensure the materiality of sustainable development issues covered in this report. Over 2,400 customers, 32 organizations and 260 employees took part in the exercise.

From sustainable procurement to electrification : STM’s sustainability approach is recognized at the NOVAE gala

Two STM projects distinguished themselves at the Prix Novae de l'Entreprise citoyenne gala. The STM’s approach to sustainable procurement was a finalist in the « Procurement » category while the STM’s project to develop a self-propelled, electric light rail motor tractor (locotractor) for tunnel work was also a runner-up in the “Ecoconception” category. The Prix Novae de l'Entreprise citoyenne prize rewards best practices in areas of sustainability and social responsibility in Québec.

En route to real time! Initial testing of a passenger information terminal

En route to real time! Initial testing of a passenger information terminal

From June 17 to 26, as part of its iBUS project, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) will perform test on a first passenger information terminal to be installed at the corner of Henri-Bourassa and Lacordaire boulevards (bus stop 55256). The tests will serve to enable the installation of various components and equipment operations.

L’édicule Laurier fermé pour cinq mois (French only)

L’édicule Laurier fermé pour cinq mois (French only)

Du 15 juin au 18 octobre 2015, la Société de transport de Montréal effectuera la réfection de l’édicule Laurier de la station Laurier, situé au 5113, rue Rivard, ce qui entraînera sa fermeture pendant la durée des travaux. La clientèle devra donc transiter par l’édicule St-Joseph à environ cinq minutes de marche.

La station Place-d’Armes en chantier (French only)

La station Place-d’Armes en chantier (French only)

À compter du 1er mai, des travaux de réfection, qui s’échelonneront jusqu’en février 2016, seront entrepris à la station Place-d’Armes, ce qui engendrera la fermeture de l’entrée de la rue Saint-Urbain.

Earth Day: the STM reiterates why public transit is a sustainable choice

Earth Day: the STM reiterates why public transit is a sustainable choice

The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) bus and métro network provides over 1.3 million passenger rides each day. With a métro powered by hydroelectricity and buses running on biodiesel, the STM makes it possible for hundreds of thousands of customers to be on the move efficiently and be green about it. And so on Earth Day, the STM wants to thank transit users for helping Montréal breathe easier.

Réchaud Bus: a Coup de cœur award for people who care

Réchaud Bus: a Coup de cœur award for people who care

Initiated by retired STM employees, the Réchaud Bus received the first Coup de cœur award (people’s choice) by Radio-Canada staff, as part of the Gens de cœur competition. The team behind the Réchaud Bus project was visibly moved by this gesture, knowing that the Gens de cœur award serves to give recognition to volunteers who, through their commitment, make an exceptional contribution to their community.

School break – Free bus and métro for the little ones

School break – Free bus and métro for the little ones

Good news for parents already planning activities in Montréal during the winter school break: once again this year, children can ride the STM’s public transit system for free thanks to its Family Outings promotion. In addition, several STM partners will be offering generous discounts to fare-card holders, allowing families to take full advantage of their break.

De l'impro dans le métro (French only)

De l'impro dans le métro (French only)

Amateurs d'improvisation, la STM et la Ligue nationale d'improvisation (LNI) vous invitent à la station de métro Place-des-Arts le 5 février à 17 h pour un match amical et gratuit.

The STM tackles the disruptive behaviour of some transit users

The STM tackles the disruptive behaviour of some transit users

The STM is renewing its efforts to raise awareness among passengers by launching the next phase of its « Riding together – make it better! » campaign, aimed at encouraging people to behave appropriately, thereby ensuring that everyone enjoys safe and uninterrupted transit rides.