On September 21, 2026, the mayors of four Montreal boroughs submitted a formal request to the Quebec government urging the restart of the Lachine tramway line in the city’s southwest region. The joint appeal underscores a coordinated effort by local elected officials to bring the long‑dormant project back onto the province’s agenda.
The Lachine tramway, envisioned to run through the Lachine area of southwest Montreal, has remained inactive for several years. Its suspension has left a gap in the city’s transit planning for the neighbourhoods that would have been served by the line.
In their request, the four borough mayors emphasized the need for provincial involvement to move the tramway forward. They called on Quebec authorities to allocate the necessary support and resources to revive the stalled initiative, highlighting the shared interest of their respective communities in improving local mobility.
The appeal arrives amid a broader context of local officials pressing for the project’s reinstatement. Over the years, the Lachine tramway has been a point of discussion among municipal leaders, who view it as a potential addition to the region’s transportation network. The mayors’ coordinated request reflects a renewed push to transition the project from dormancy to active development.
While no specific timetable was provided, the borough leaders indicated that they will continue to engage with provincial representatives to explore viable pathways for the tramway’s reactivation. Their effort signals an ongoing commitment to address transit needs in southwest Montreal and to seek provincial collaboration.
The Quebec government has yet to issue a response to the mayors’ appeal. The outcome of this dialogue will determine whether the Lachine tramway can move beyond its years of inactivity and become a functional component of the city’s public‑transport infrastructure.