Montreal to relocate up to 700 city workers, union…

Montreal to relocate up to 700 city workers, union demands answers

Montreal plans to move up to 700 municipal employees to Place Dupuis, prompting the municipal professionals union to request clarification and criticize the timing amid economic concerns.

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Montreal to relocate up to 700 city workers, union demands answers

The City of Montreal announced a plan to move as many as 700 municipal employees into new office space at Place Dupuis. The decision was disclosed on Monday, August 31, 2026, as part of a broader reorganization of municipal offices.

The municipal professionals union, which represents the affected staff, has questioned the timing of the relocation. Union officials said the move is difficult to comprehend given the current economic climate and have asked city officials for a detailed explanation of the rationale behind the shift.

According to the city, the relocation is intended to consolidate workspaces and improve operational efficiency. Place Dupuis, located in the heart of Montreal, will serve as the new headquarters for the transferred workers. The plan forms a component of the city's ongoing effort to modernize its office infrastructure.

Union representatives have voiced criticism of the proposal, emphasizing concerns about potential disruptions to services and the impact on employees. They have called for transparency and a review of the relocation strategy before it proceeds. The city has not yet provided a public response to the union's demands for further information.