Island of Montreal

Statement by the Honourable Catherine McKenna on the announcement of the consortium chosen for the Champlain Bridge deconstruction project

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
Geography of Quebec, Construction, Geography of Canada, Le Sud-Ouest, Verdun, Quebec, Deconstruction, Champlain, QUEBEC, Island of Montreal, Montreal, Champlain Bridge, Montreal

Environmental Services Inc., as the consortium responsible for the deconstruction work of the original Champlain Bridge in Montreal.

Key Points: 
  • Environmental Services Inc., as the consortium responsible for the deconstruction work of the original Champlain Bridge in Montreal.
  • "The Champlain Bridge deconstruction project is set to be one of the most unique infrastructure projects in Quebec's history.
  • "The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated will announce more details in the next few weeks when the work timetable and deconstruction methods are finalized.
  • The Champlain Bridge deconstruction project will create good jobs and exemplify the best principles of sustainable development."

Arup Celebrates The Opening Of The Samuel De Champlain Bridge In Montreal, One Of The Largest Bridges In North America

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Friday, June 28, 2019
Canada, Champlain, Bridges, Montreal, Island of Montreal, Bridge, QUEBEC

At the same time, Arup provided expert advice to ensure the architectural quality, durability and cost of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge were not compromised.

Key Points: 
  • At the same time, Arup provided expert advice to ensure the architectural quality, durability and cost of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge were not compromised.
  • "The opening of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge is a historic and proud moment for the region of Montreal and the entire country.
  • The Samuel De Champlain Bridge, highly visible along the Saint Lawrence River, transforms the Montreal skyline and serves as a global symbol for the metropolis.
  • We listened to all government and community stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns," said Douglas Balmer, Samuel De Champlain Bridge project director and associate principal at Arup.