Metro 60th anniversary resolution seeks funding

Summary#

Montréal city council unanimously adopted a declaration marking the 60th anniversary of the Montréal Metro on August 24, 2026. The decision recognizes the anniversary, pays tribute to people who built and operated the network, and calls for continued work and government funding; it does not amend a law.

  • The City declares that it marks the Metro’s anniversary with pride and reaffirms its commitment to a modern, safe, accessible, reliable and sustainable network.
  • The council pays tribute to people who have designed, built, operated, maintained and modernized the Metro.
  • The resolution calls on the City and the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) to continue efforts to improve the Metro.
  • The council asks the governments of Québec and Canada to provide predictable, lasting and sufficient funding for the Metro’s upkeep, modernization, expansion and long-term future.
  • The resolution invites Montréal residents to mark the anniversary and recognize the people who contribute to the network.

What it means for you#

  • Montréal residents: The decision invites you to mark the anniversary. It does not change fares, service, access rules or passenger rights.
  • The City and STM: The resolution calls on them to continue efforts toward a modern, accessible, safe, reliable and welcoming Metro. It does not set specific projects, deadlines or service standards.
  • Québec and Canada: The council asks both governments for sustained Metro funding. The resolution does not require them to provide it.

Money#

The resolution commits no specific amount and provides no cost estimate.

  • It calls for funding from Québec and Canada but does not set an amount, source or payment schedule.

What is unclear#

  • The resolution does not specify which improvements the City and STM should pursue, or how progress would be measured.
  • It does not say how much funding is needed or how the requested funding would be divided among governments.

Case for#

  • The resolution recognizes the Metro’s place in Montréal’s history and thanks the people who have contributed to it.
  • It points to the network’s aging infrastructure and argues for ongoing funding to maintain, modernize and expand it.

Case against#

  • The resolution expresses goals and asks for funding, but sets no budget, timelines or specific actions to carry them out.
  • It does not explain how the requested funding would be secured or what would happen if it is not provided.