Premier Christine Fréchette announced on Tuesday that the Quebec government will set up a dedicated project office to oversee a refurbishment of Route 132 between Delson and Saint‑Constant. The initiative targets a five‑kilometre stretch on the South Shore of Montreal, converting the existing roadway into a four‑lane urban boulevard that will accommodate public transit and active‑transport options such as bicycles and pedestrians.
The new boulevard is planned to feature separated lanes for motor vehicles, dedicated bus lanes, and widened sidewalks with protected bike paths. By allocating space for multiple modes of travel, the design aims to improve traffic flow while encouraging sustainable transportation choices.
Route 132 serves as a major east‑west corridor linking communities across the South Shore, and the selected segment between Delson and Saint‑Constant experiences a mix of commuter, commercial and local traffic. Upgrading this corridor aligns with the province’s broader strategy to modernize key infrastructure and reduce reliance on single‑occupancy vehicles.
The creation of a project office signals the government’s intention to coordinate design, funding and construction phases under a single authority. While a detailed timetable has not been released, officials indicated that the project will proceed as part of the current infrastructure plan, with construction expected to begin after the planning stage is completed.
If implemented as outlined, the four‑lane boulevard would provide a continuous, multimodal route that connects residents to transit services and supports active‑transport networks across the region. The transformation is positioned to enhance mobility, safety and the overall quality of the public realm along this portion of Route 132.