Montreal's new light rail system, the Réseau Express Métropolitain

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The Montreal Metro is Canada's first rapid transit system, recognised as a pioneering project in the country's transportation history. Its inauguration in marked an important milestone, showing Montreal as a city that embraces modern and efficient public transportation solutions. The Réseau Express Métropolitain or REM is part of this tradition, destined to become one of the longest automated light metro systems in the world, expanding the city's existing network by kilometres. The project designed by the consortium formed by the Lemay, Bisson Fortin and Perkins&Will studios, for four of the five REM stations, extends over a distance of km and offers a preview of the future -station REM system.

Their versatile, modular design is a forward-thinking embodiment of Montreal's commitment to sustainable urban infrastructure, acting as gateways to a greener city with accessible, bright, open and environmentally Phone Number List sensitive stations, surrounded by landscapes and beautifully designed entrance plazas. Each station has a distinctive local identity, carefully blending architectural, landscape, interior and urban design elements. Alexis Légaré, architect and head of design at Lemay, expresses his enthusiasm for the unique design of the REM stations, emphasising their role in efficiently generating a sustainable urban infrastructure, welcomed by the communities they serve, which are very much aware of the important role of public transport for the future of sustainable mobility.



Closely integrated into their surroundings, the REM stations use a standardised set of adaptable modular components, ensuring optimal functionality and adaptability. The stations are able to seamlessly overcome geographical challenges, from crossing highways using overpasses, to going below ground, aligning with the city's transportation systems. Regardless of their location, the stations maintain specific qualities that enrich the urban context and enhance the user experience: open shapes filled with natural light, extensive use of wood and strong vertical and horizontal lines that evoke a sense of movement. The transparency of the glass improves the view, both internally and externally, and helps to enhance the users’ sense of security.