Longueuil, Qc, 2 out of 2025 / CNW/ – determined to restore access to the banks of the river and to stem the housing crisis in which Longueuil is confronted, the mayor Catherine Fournierin partnership with the real estate company of Canadarevealed the updated vision of the development of the sector Longue-Rive (also known as the Pointe de Longueuil) in front of economic and municipal actors gathered by the Bedroom Metropolitan Montreal trade.
This unique space of 2.5 million square feet (23 hectares/57 acres) located between the river Saint-Laurent And Highway 132, the equivalent of 43 football fields, is among the last strategic sites available in Longueuil. The sector Longue-Rive is intended to become an emblematic district on a human scale, made up of residences – of which at least 20 % will be non -profit housing – local shops as well as public spaces highlighting the banks. Its development will also make it possible to glimpse an additional service offer to the metro sector and which can benefit current residents.
Accompanied by Pierre-Marc Mongeaureal estate vice-president (Quebec-Atlantique) and Vieux-Port de Montréal to the real estate company of Canadamajority owner of the fields in the sector, the mayor and the latter presented the main parameters envisaged. The concept, which provides for the development of land in several phases, includes the following elements:
- Nearly 5,000 housing units, including 20 % non -profit housing, which will promote a local commercial offer;
- Responsible planning with the reservation of a land intended for the construction of a school;
- Public access to the banks;
- Green public spaces, including a local walk, corresponding to more than 30 % of the total area of the site;
- Active and sustainable mobility facilitated thanks to the development of security access dedicated to local traffic as well as pedestrians, cyclists and public transport.
A district turned to the future
With this project, the City of Longueuil and the real estate company of Canada have been able to create a vision of a district on a human scale which will be able to meet the challenges of the 21st century. This transformer project is fully part of the desire to build lasting, inclusive and resilient communities for the decades to come. The project is based on integrated urban planning and architecture adapted to the landscape, while responding to the highest standards of sustainable development, energy performance and climate resilience. This new mixed district will be accessible, lively and connected to the City of Longueuil and its transport networks. The development of banks will offer privileged access to the river for citizens, while protecting this fragile ecosystem. A local, pedestrian and cycle walk, will also be part of a future municipal riparian course in order to promote active leisure and universal accessibility.
« Longue-Riveit is our vision of the future that takes shape: an exemplary district, where the environment, accessibility and quality of life combine. This project goes far beyond the regional planning: it is a daring transformation of our city at the service of the community and the reflection of our commitment to create complete, lively and resilient environments, in addition to restoring access to the banks and responding to imperative needs in housing, two priority issues for my team and me, “said Catherine Fourniermayor of Longueuil.
“We are proud to collaborate in the creation of an emblematic district, which combines density, quality of life and enhancement of natural heritage. This major project will help to redefine the Urban Frame of Longueuil in harmony with its environment, ”said Pierre-Marc MongeauReal estate vice-president (Quebec-Atlantique) and Vieux-Port de Montréal, Company of Canada.
The next steps
Following the signing of an agreement protocol in February 2024, several design workshops made it possible to refine the vision of the project, in collaboration with the municipal teams and the professionals. In the coming months, the City of Longueuil and the real estate company of Canada will continue their work in order to finalize the plans and analyzes necessary for the drafting of a development agreement, with a view to the sale of the first lots from 2026. The development of the district Longue-Rive Over a period of ten to fifteen years will be raised over a gradual and lasting approach, in line with the established vision to create an exemplary living environment in the heart of Greater Montreal.
Recall that the project to develop this sector respects the principles provided for in the Particular Planning Program in Center-Ville de Longueuil (PPU), adopted in 2021 et for which public consultations have been held.
About the real estate company of Canada
The real estate company of Canada (Sic) is a self -funded federal company company specializing in real estate development and attraction management. Since 1995, it has contributed to the enrichment of communities and Canadian experience by highlighting the full potential of the properties it has and exploits. The company acquires, transforms and reinstates the excess land of the federal government in prized communities, thus promoting the creation of housing. She is also a recognized leader in the management of emblematic tourist attractions, including the CN tower and the Downsview park in Torontoas well as the Montreal Sciences Center and the Old Port of Montreal. The SIC strives to increase economic, social and environmental value for all Canadians and Canadians, and is proud to have generated more than $ 1.3 billion in economic benefits for the country since its creation.
Source Cabinet of the Mayor of Longueuil
City of Longueuil, Caroline Macret, press secretary, 514 662-1471, [email protected]; Manon La Expensée, Société Immobilière du Canada, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, [email protected]
