Four borough mayors call for Lachine tram revival
Four borough mayors asked Quebec officials on September 21 to restart the unfinished Lachine tramway, aiming to bring a new transit line to southwest Montreal.
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Four borough mayors ask Quebec to restart Lachine tram
Four southwest Montreal borough mayors have asked the Quebec government to restart the stalled Lachine tramway project, citing its importance for regional transit. The appeal, made on September 21, 2026, seeks to move the long‑delayed line toward construction.
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Four Borough Mayors Call for Revival of Lachine Tram
Four southwest Montreal borough mayors asked the Quebec government on September 21, 2026, to restart the delayed Lachine tramway, citing the need for a new public‑transport line in the far‑southwest. The appeal highlights growing demand for reliable transit in the area and seeks to move the project from planning to implementation.
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Four Montreal Mayors Call for Revival of Lachine Tram
Four Montreal borough mayors have formally asked the Quebec government to restart the long‑dormant Lachine tramway line. Their joint request, made on September 21, 2026, seeks provincial support to revive the project in southwest Montreal.
Four Montreal Borough Mayors Call for Lachine Tram Revival
Four southwest Montreal borough mayors have asked the Quebec government to restart the dormant Lachine tramway project, urging provincial action to improve local transit.
Four Borough Mayors Call for Revival of Lachine Tramway
Four southwest Montreal borough mayors have asked the Quebec government to restart the stalled Lachine tramway project, highlighting its potential to improve transit and support regional growth.
