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Our Projects

Réseau express métropolitain Eastern REM REM McGill Station REM Édouard Montpetit Station New Île-aux-Tourtes bridge Tramway de Longueuil Aéroports de Montréal Underground garage Côte-Vertu Pôle intermodal Vendôme Extension of the Orange line | Cartier, Concorde, Montmorency Stations STM | Extension of the Blue line Anjou and Vertières Stations STM | Major Projects Asset Maintenance

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About

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Our firm Our team Our values Our vision Our expertise

The firm

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Founded in 1963, Bisson Fortin draws on a rich experience across the diverse fields of architectural practice, particularly in public transit and in the institutional and industrial sectors. Recognized for our architectural expertise, we have been contributing for over 60 years to key strategic projects that strengthen our know-how and consolidate our position among the leaders in the field We offer a full range of professional services, from preparatory studies through to commissioning, across various delivery models. We also have considerable experience in urban design and in conducting a range of studies: + Functional and Technical Programs (FTP) + Feasibility studies + Preliminary pre-project studies + Urban planning studies

The strength of our team Bisson Fortin brings together the talents of expert professionals whose skills complement one another perfectly. Led by six partner architects, we constantly push the boundaries of architectural design, combining a quest for bold solutions with a passion for innovation.

Closely involved in every project, the partners can rely on a team of more than 75 seasoned professionals with diverse and complementary skills, recognized for their expertise in executing projects with significant technical challenges.

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Christian Bisson, principal associate architect

Richard A. Fortin, principal associate architect

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Andréanne Dumont, associate architect

principal associate architects

Karine Gagnon, associate architect

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associate architects professionnels

Michael Mueller, associate architect

Daniel Vinet, associate architect

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Our values

Passion and creativity in the service of people

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Our vision Building for Future Generations

We draw on our expertise to help communities

Our team is highly skilled in sustainable design

design spaces that foster human interaction,

processes,

strengthen the urban fabric, and blend

LEED- or ENVISION-certified projects. We

seamlessly into their surroundings.

incorporate these standards into every project

having

completed

numerous

we undertake, ensuring that our designs We firmly believe that architecture has the

meet the highest environmental performance

power to transform communities and create

criteria. Whether through energy efficiency,

a lasting social impact. We design projects

responsible use of materials, or carbon

that meet today’s needs while anticipating

footprint reduction, we make sustainability

those of tomorrow, and create inclusive and

a priority. Our firm is also a collaborating

sustainable living spaces that enhance the

member of Bâtiment durable Québec

quality of life for everyone.

Our goal: to help build more resilient and environmentally friendly communities.

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Our BIM expertise The use of BIM profoundly transforms the way we design, plan, and deliver infrastructure.

By centralizing all data in a single, structured model from the very start of a project, we strengthen the synergy between design and execution, reduce the risk of errors, and facilitate informed, rapid decision-making

Digital Twins and DDN Coding BIM models offer a global and evolving view of the building, from the initial concept through to operation. From the design phase, an intelligent 3D model is created, integrating detailed data on materials, structure, energy performance, and costs.

DDN coding — Uniformat for design and MasterFormat for construction — enables clear hierarchization of data, promoting coordination between stakeholders

Digital Technologies: A Pillar of Our Practice Our firm is committed to more efficient, resilient, and human-centred construction.

This commitment is reflected in a continuous

training program focused on digital technologies, as well as in the involvement of our professionals within a dedicated R&D committee for the development of custom tools, where acquired expertise translates into more precise solutions adapted to the challenges of each of our clients.

Concrete benefits at every stage of the project: + Advanced performance simulations and analyses + Energy optimization and reduced environmental footprintGénération de devis précis et transparents + Improved resilience to climate change + Automated generation of precise and transparent specifications + Optimized extraction of material quantities + Reduction of waste and efficient resource management + Adherence to budget envelopes

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Our expertise

Institutional Transport Leisure Industrial Education Health

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Redefining public transportation: our expertise in action

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For over 40 years, we have been shaping the future of Quebec’s transportation network with unmatched expertise. Our role goes beyond mere participation: we are catalysts for visionary projects that integrate innovation, sustainability, and urban planning.

Thanks to our comprehensive expertise in the design, planning, and execution of major infrastructure projects, we help transform neighborhoods and enhance the mobility of tomorrow. Our ongoing commitment to anticipating the future needs of communities positions us as key players in the modernization of public transit infrastructure

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Réseau express métropolitain CL IENT

Consortium

CDPQ Infra - NouvLR

Bisson Fortin, Lemay, Perkins & Will

DATE

B UDGE T

Since 2017

9 G$

An integrated and fully electrified automated light rail network connecting downtown Montréal to the South Shore, the West Island, the North Shore, and the airport.

Delivered through the design-build construction method in a dense metropolitan context, the REM mobilizes deep expertise in architectural design, urban integration, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Through BIM integration, design and construction were optimized on a collaborative platform, enabling precise and efficient execution.

Reinventing the Mobility Experience The REM transforms mobility by offering a reliable, safe, and sustainable service.

Delivey method Design-build

The network includes 6 intermodal stations designed to ensure a seamless connection between the REM, the metro, commuter train lines, and numerous bus routes. The REM encompasses varied typologies, including above-ground, surface-level, and underground stations. + Architecture MasterPrize, 2024 : Architectural Design | transportation category + A⁺ Awards, 2025 : Interior design | transportation category + AIA Canada Awards, 2025 : Urban Design

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Photo credit: Adrien Williams

Sainte-Dorothée

Marie-Curie

Modular Stations Adapted to Their Environment Designed to meet varied geographic and contextual challenges, REM stations combine functionality and aesthetics, integrating harmoniously into urban, industrial, and natural environments.

Thanks to their standardized and adaptable modular components, they ensure seamless integration with existing transportation infrastructure, including underground settings.

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Montpellier

Édouard-Montpetit McGill

+ 67 km network + 26 stations, including 4 underground + 6 intermodal stations + 9 bus terminals + 13 park-and-ride facilities

A sustainable and community-friendly approach The REM’s design incorporates best environmental practices to minimize urban impacts and enhance the areas surrounding stations. Ecological stormwater management, green spaces, and measures to reduce urban heat islands help create a healthy and welcoming environment.

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Photo credit: Adrien Williams

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A Distinctive Identity Regardless of their location, the stations share the same distinctive qualities: open forms bathed in natural light, showcasing of wood, a rhythmic composition of vertical and horizontal lines evoking movement, and glazed surfaces that promote interior and exterior views while reinforcing a sense of security

Modular Stations Adapted to Their Environment Designed to meet varied geographic and contextual challenges, REM stations combine functionality and aesthetics, integrating harmoniously into urban, industrial, and natural environments. Thanks to their standardized and adaptable modular components, they ensure seamless integration with existing transportation infrastructure, including underground settings.

An optimized route Each station has been designed to put the user at the heart of the experience: optimized layouts for smooth traffic flow, intuitive design, and a pleasant travel experience at every step.

Eastern REM CL IENT

Consortium

CDPQ Infra

Lemay + Bisson Fortin

DATE

B UDGE T

2022

In the planning stages

This visionary 32-kilometer project is transforming urban mobility by connecting key areas, such as Cégep Marie-Victorin, to downtown. With 23 universally accessible stations and 7 intermodal stations, this modern network provides seamless connections for thousands of riders every day, while promoting more sustainable and inclusive mobility.

Recognized for its expertise in architecture, urban design, and public transit feasibility studies, Bisson Fortin has been involved in the project since its earliest stages.

Our key services include: + Transportation corridor studies: Optimizing routes to maximize network efficiency and connectivity. + Mode selection: In-depth analysis of user needs and topographical challenges for each section. + Seamless urban integration: Identifying strategic locations and integrating stations into the current and future urban fabric.

Far more than a transportation network This project is redefining East Montreal, with significant social and economic benefits for the neighborhoods it serves. Each station has been designed to combine functionality with distinctive architectural design, reflecting the unique identity of each area. In collaboration with our partners, Bisson Fortin has made this project a success that places users and the community at the heart of every decision

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Urban integration communities

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Each station has been carefully designed to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, ensuring harmony with the existing urban fabric and supporting the future economic development of the neighborhoods served by the network.

Beyond this physical integration, each station is designed to have a positive social impact: promoting access to essential services, improving connectivity between communities, and encouraging social interaction. This approach helps revitalize surrounding areas and lays the groundwork for a sustainable future, where public transportation becomes a driver of growth and social cohesion.

Thus, each station serves as a catalyst for opportunity, shaping inclusive and dynamic public spaces for future generations.

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REM - Édouard-Montpetit Station CL IENT

Consortium

CDPQ Infra - NouvLR

Bisson Fortin, Lemay, Perkins & Will

DATE

B UDGE T

2025

9 G$*

Édouard-Montpetit Station ranks among the most ambitious achievements of the Réseau express métropolitain, both for its technical complexity and its contribution to Montréal’s sustainability objectives. Located 72 metres below Mont-Royal, at the heart of Université de Montréal, it combines engineering prowess with architectural requirements within a clear spatial organization. Its exceptional depth — the greatest in Canada — demanded rigorous mastery of constraints, transformed into a smooth and safe mobility experience deeply anchored in its context.

The station plays an organising role in the evolution of urban travel practices, particularly through its intermodal connection with the Blue Line of the metro network.

This interconnection facilitates transfers, reduces travel times, and improves the flow of daily commuting, while enhancing campus accessibility.

* Entire REM project

Delivery method Design-build

It supports mobility practices combining public and active transportation, contributing to the quality and vitality of the neighbourhood. Its integration into a sensitive environment — at the crossroads of Mont-Royal, the campus, and residential neighbourhoods — rests on a measured and respectful approach.

At street level, the built presence is intentionally understated. Technical volumes are grouped to free up exterior spaces and preserve landscape quality. The spatial organization, generous volumes, and lighting of the elevators structure an intuitive and safe journey, reducing the perception of depth. + A⁺ Awards, 2026 : Finalist | transportation category

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Photo credit: Adrien Williams

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Heritage and memory: an expanded integration The notion of heritage is understood here in a broad sense, incorporating collective memory and the symbolic dimension of MontRoyal. The highlighting of exposed bedrock underscores that the station is carved directly into the mountain, offering a sensitive reading of the place. This approach is deepened by the artwork Le mont habité by Manuel Mathieu, inspired by the gabbro rock in which the station is excavated

Photo credit: Adrien Williams

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A glazed entrance pavilion open to public space

Photo credit: REM archives

Photo credit: Adrien Williams

Édouard-Montpetit Station is characterized by a striking, predominantly glazed pavilion that opens onto a public plaza shared with the Université de Montréal’s Marie-Victorin Pavilion.

A sustainable, community-sensitive approach The REM design incorporates best environmental practices to limit urban impacts and enhance the areas around the stations.

Ecological stormwater management, greening of spaces, and measures to reduce urban heat islands contribute to creating a healthy and welcoming environment.

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REM - McGill Station CL IENT

CDPQ Infra - NouvLR DATE

B UDGE T

2025

9 G$*

At the heart of downtown Montréal, McGill Station stands as a major metropolitan infrastructure of the Réseau express métropolitain. Located in a very high-density area, it provides strategic connectivity between the REM, the Green Line of the metro, the Underground City, and the main commercial and business centres.

Through its location, the project supports the flow of movement, continuity of routes, and the intensity of urban activity, while enhancing the legibility of the public transit network.

Designed to accommodate high passenger volumes, the station relies on a rigorous spatial organization that prioritizes movement and clarifies transfers. The clarity of pathways and the fluidity of pedestrian connections

* Entire REM project

Consortium Bisson Fortin, Lemay, Perkins & Will Delivery method Design-build

between spaces override the station’s technical complexity The station is situated within a complex urban fabric characterized by the interweaving of existing networks and land uses. Its integration into the underground network and the incorporation of a defining cultural approach ensure continuity with the built and social environment. The project thus contributes to the development of public transportation and aligns with Greater Montreal’s socio-ecological transition goals. + A⁺ Awards, 2026 : Finalist | transportation category

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Mastered technical complexity Situated in a very dense underground environment, between the existing track alignment and the street, the station is inserted into a constrained space at the heart of technical infrastructure to be preserved.

Located between Centre Eaton and Place Montréal-Trust, it also incorporates an existing commercial passage, whose foundations were maintained and underpinned, transforming a major structural constraint into a project component.

A strategy for integrating technical and functional systems—which are highly complex in terms of both construction and operation— was developed in close coordination with the existing infrastructure.

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Photo credit: Adrien Williams

The station is based on the design principles of the entire network, which promote a rigorous and hierarchical spatial organization. In a complex and heavily trafficked underground environment, the project prioritizes clear pathways and easily navigable spaces, with signage and wayfinding serving as key structural elements. The principles of wayfinding, comfort, and universal accessibility are directly integrated into the architecture.

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Fluidity and accessibility at the heart of the design

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A Station in Dialogue with the Montréal Landscape The strategic position of the station beneath McGill College Avenue, a significant symbolic axis between the river and the mountain, structures the project’s identity. This reference accompanies the user throughout the journey, inscribing the transportation experience within a sensitive reading of the Montréal territory.

Photo credit: Adrien Williams

Photo credit: Adrien Williams

This narrative thread is expressed through the insertion of blue and green gradients, whose orientation echoes the position of the St. Lawrence River and Mont-Royal.

Photo credit: Adrien Williams

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New Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge CL IENT

Team

MTMD - TYLin-Hatch

Bisson Fortin, NIP paysage, DragadosCanada,

DATE

B UDGE T

Delivery method

Since 2022

2,3 G$

Design-build-finance

This 2 km project marks a milestone in modern infrastructure design. Bisson Fortin ensures the visual quality of every component, from the bridge itself to urban design and landscape architecture.

Designed to harmonize with its surroundings, the bridge combines elegant architecture with sensitive integration into the natural and human environment.

Four guiding principles define its added value: + A distinctive visual identity that reinforces its iconic character. + An immersive user experience, designed for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. + Maximum visual permeability, making the structure light and airy. + Carefully designed lighting that enhances the bridge without disrupting its environment.

Demathieu Bard et Roxboro Excavation Inc.

An infrastructure optimized for active transportation and public transit The new bridge is designed to promote active transportation and public transit. Ultimately, it will feature three lanes per direction, shoulders dedicated to buses, and a multi-use path.

Innovative strategies maximize the structure’s permeability, lighten the architectural elements, and integrate subtle lighting.

This approach combines the objectives of connectivity, sustainability, and integration, while fostering a signature that is both distinctive and lasting.

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Great attention was paid to material selection, and every detail is designed to blend elegantly and discreetly into the landscape, creating an ensemble that is both aesthetic and functional.

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An immersive landscape experience throughout the journey The user experience has been optimized with the strategic addition of observation viewpoints along the Senneville shoreline and the Île-aux-Tourtes multi-use path, creating contemplative rest stops that highlight the natural panoramas.

The access ramp, a true gateway for active mobility, fits coherently into the Senneville plaza, offering a fluid transition between the urban and the natural.

The new bridge’s scenic overlooks offer an immersive experience through topographic platforms evoking the landscapes of Lac des Deux-Montagnes and the Oka hills.

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Tramway de Longueuil CL IENT

Consortium

Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL)

Joint venture AECOM-SYSTRA

DATE

2020

A major project for the South Shore The East-West Power Link (LÉEO), led by the Longueuil Transit Network, stands out as a flagship initiative to enhance the selfsufficiency of Montreal’s South Shore through sustainable and transformative public transit.

This project marks a turning point toward greener and more efficient mobility, while initiating an urban redevelopment of the Taschereau corridor, thereby redefining the urban landscape for future generations.

Commissioned to conduct strategic studies, Bisson Fortin actively contributed to every stage of the process, ensuring that architectural considerations were systematically integrated into every decision. Through our participation in multidisciplinary analyses, we established key criteria to ensure architectural coherence, sensitive urban integration, and connectivity to existing networks.

Our expertise was particularly evident in the analysis of transportation modes, station layouts and types, the strategic placement of stations, and thoughtful architectural design aimed at optimizing urban space and enhancing the user experience.

This analysis confirmed the tramway as the preferred option—an electric mode of transport that combines the efficiency of modern public transit with the benefits of active mobility. Its lightweight design allows for flexible and less intrusive use of public space, making it a sustainable alternative to the automobile. The establishment of six stations serving key locations, such as Cégep Édouard-Mont-Petit and Charles-Le Moyne Hospital, facilitates access to school and healthcare areas, while enhancing the appeal and connectivity of the Taschereau corridor.

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An impact on the community This visionary project prioritizes comprehensive, inclusive, and multifunctional living environments, transforming the Taschereau corridor into an accessible destination. It improves quality of life by connecting neighborhoods and key points of interest, while reducing dependence on cars. This low-carbon mode of transportation blends seamlessly into the urban fabric, offering a modern, eco-friendly, and peoplecentered mobility solution.

Aéroports de Montréal CL IENT

Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) DATE

Since 2022 Since 2022, as part of the professional and firm accreditation process launched by Aéroports de Montréal (ADM), Bisson Fortin has committed to providing essential professional services for the capital improvement program and lifecycle management of airport facilities.

The Bisson Fortin team is involved in more than ten mandates focused on the development, modernization and upgrade of infrastructure at the Dorval and Mirabel airports. These strategic interventions align with ADM’s vision to adapt its facilities to constant passenger growth.

Extended and complementary expertise The diversity of interventions demonstrates our versatility and expertise across several key airport sectors.

Customs : + Optimization of efficiency and improvement of passenger reception.

Baggage sector: + Modernization aimed at accelerating and increasing baggage processing capacity while creating a positive and seamless passenger experience.

International terminal: + Upgrade and development projects to offer a world-class travel experience.

Maintenance sectors: + Continuous and efficient operations.

Food services and retail: + Expansion and upgrade to enrich the user experience.

Residual materials management: + Improved management to meet ADM’s ambitious sustainable development objectives.

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Photo credit: Joel Lemay / Agence QMI

Photo credit: Aéroport de Montréal

Underground Garage Côte-Vertu CL IENT

Consortium

Société de transport de Montréal

Consortium GJB

DATE

B UDGE T

2016-2022

492 M$

Certification ENVISION Platinum

Construction of a strategic infrastructure project for the Société de transport de Montréal, comprising an underground metro train depot located 25 meters below ground, as well as three above-ground buildings related to its operation, including staff access points and mechanical rooms.

Bisson Fortin has been involved since the design phase in the planning and execution of this complex project, which integrates various technical, logistical, and functional components, both above and below ground.

The project required meticulous coordination of interfaces, workflows, and safety requirements in an underground environment located in the heart of a densely populated urban area characterized by a mix of industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential use

Envision Platinum Certification Practical measures A first in Canada, the earned Envision Platinum

project has certification.

Bisson Fortin played an active role in implementing the strategy to reduce the environmental footprint and carbon emissions associated with the construction : + Selection of materials based on strict criteria and responsible sourcing + Integration of high-performance mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) + Fully LED lighting for sustainable energy efficiency. + Addressing climate change with stormwater management adapted to extreme weather events + Installation of bioretention systems promoting natural water infiltration + Implementation of a green roof contributing to thermal regulation and urban biodiversity

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Photo credit: Adrien Williams

Photo credit: Archives STM

Bisson Fortin’s expertise was drawn upon for rigorous traffic planning, with a clear prioritization of access for trains, maintenance vehicles, and staff. This approach minimizes conflict zones and promotes smooth and safe operations.

From the design phase onward, controlled access points, appropriate signage, and clearly marked routes were incorporated.

Photo credit: Archives STM

Beyond operational requirements, the site layout was designed to provide the public with a clear and safe route. Landscaped, well-lit, and accessible areas allow visitors to move smoothly through the above-ground facilities, while ensuring a harmonious balance between technical functions and public spaces.

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Access prioritization and site integration

A bold design that is deeply rooted in the community.

To avoid a closed-off, monolithic structure, the architecture of the main pavilion emphasizes a dynamic and airy design. This minimalist and elegant design blends seamlessly into the site, combining simplicity and sophistication.

The site layout prioritizes the user experience.

Eco-friendly parking and natural landscaping create harmony between nature and infrastructure. Each space has been designed to foster a sense of belonging and enhance residents’ quality of life, while respecting the urban environment.

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Pôle intermodal Vendôme CL IENT

Consortium

Société de transport de Montréal

Bisson Fortin, Provencher Roy architectes

DATE

B UDGE T

2022

76 M$

This large-scale project is driven by a desire to improve the flow of movement, ridership capacity, universal accessibility, and operational efficiency of the infrastructure, while ensuring better intermodality with the EXO Vendôme train station and the bus terminal. It promotes clear and safe routes and optimizes transfers between different modes of transportation.

Combining technical and architectural quality, the project achieved ENVISION Gold certification from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) — a first for an STM station.

This recognition highlights the environmental performance of the intervention, as well as its positive impacts on the community, in terms of both sustainability and quality of use.

Certification ENVISION Gold

Distinctions Architecture MasterPrize, Winner 2023 + Architectural Design | transportation category American Concrete Institute, 2023 + Excellence Award Architizer A+Awards, Finalist 2023 + Sustainable and Transportation Project Grands Prix du Design, 2023 + Infrastructure - Gold Certification + Architecture + Concrete - Gold Certification + Sustainable Architecture- Silver Certification + Architecture + Art - Bronze Certification

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Photo credit: David Boyer

Photo credit: David Boyer

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Crédit photo: Archives STM

Creation of the pedestrian link to the MUHC: A historic achievement The creation of the pedestrian link to the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) required integrating a tunnel beneath existing Canadian Pacific railway tracks. To avoid a prolonged service interruption at this strategic and extremely busy site, this unprecedented achievement in Canada required flawless planning and coordination, involving cuttingedge techniques rarely implemented at this scale. This engineering feat was completed in under 60 hours using the Pipe Jacking® technique.

Collaboration and intermodality This project is the result of a collaboration among the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), exo, and the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). We designed a highly interconnected space, ensuring a seamless link between the metro, commuter trains, and the adjacent hospital.

Innovation and sustainable development The project distinguished itself through close collaboration among architects, engineers, and suppliers to develop innovative solutions. These include the use of concrete incorporating recycled glass powder — a first for an STM project — and the rehabilitation of contaminated land.

By reducing waste, water and energy consumption, and integrating resilient design, this infrastructure addresses environmental challenges while offering a smooth and inclusive experience for users.

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Photo credit: David Boyer

A rigorous and consultative process, involving universal accessibility experts, led to the integration of optimal design strategies — particularly regarding the positioning of circulation components, as well as surface finishes and interior details.

To foster harmony among the project’s components and an architectural unity that improves users’ spatial orientation, these material choices were extended to spaces belonging to the STM, EXO, and the MUHC alike.

Photo credit: David Boyer

Photo credit: David Boyer

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A Functional, Fluid, and Inclusive Journey

Extension of the Orange line| Cartier, Concorde, Montmorency Stations CL IENT

Consortium

AMT

Groupement STGM

DATE

B UDGE T

2008

820 M$

A 5.2-kilometer extension of the Montreal Metro’s Orange Line, including three new stations (Cartier, Concorde, and Montmorency), featuring a terminal or intermodal station, a multi-level parking garage, intermodal platforms, and more. Along its route, the tunnel also passes through sixteen new auxiliary structures that serve as emergency exits, pumping stations, and electrical and technical equipment rooms..

In addition to our involvement in the overall project, our firm was responsible for the construction and supervision of the entire Cartier metro station and bus terminal, the addition of a new platform at the HenriBourassa station, the underground fire training center, and eight new auxiliary structures located in Laval and Montreal.

The Cartier station is the first new construction project in the STM network to incorporate universal accessibility principles, featuring a barrier-free route for people with reduced mobility and signage designed for people with visual impairments and amblyopia

Awards won:

Armatura Price of the decade 2000-2010 Accessibilty Price 2006 PMI Montréal - Project of the 2009 Quebec Consulting Engineering Grand Prize: 2007 + Category: Project Management and Construction Management Featured in trade magazines + Canadian Architect and ARQ

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Station Concorde Photo credit: Joseph Skaff

Smooth traffic flow and accessibility: a successful urban integration The Cartier station is located in a densely populated urban area adjacent to one of the main access routes to Montreal. A comprehensive traffic study enabled the implementation of mitigation measures to ensure seamless integration into the surrounding road network and maintain the smooth flow of buses and vehicles.

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Station Cartier

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Station Montmorency

Station Cartier

The Cartier station is characterized by a large above-ground station building with extensive windows overlooking a public esplanade and an English-style courtyard. The site also includes an intermodal terminal featuring 24 bus bays, a retail area, a park-and-ride facility with 465 spaces, and an express drop-off area.

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Extension of the blue line | Anjou and Vertières Stations CL IENT

Consortium

Société de transport de Montréal

Lemay and Bisson Fortin

DATE

B UDGE T

Since 2019*

6 G$

This ambitious project aims to extend the metro network east of Saint-Michel Station by adding five new stations along a 5.8-kilometer route. The initiative includes the construction of these new stations, including an intermodal station and a terminal station, along with bus terminals. The project also calls for the establishment of various operational facilities such as a service center, a depot, a garage, and auxiliary structures At the heart of this consortium, Bisson Fortin plays a leading role in the design of the Anjou and Vertières (Pie IX) stations, recognized for their exceptional technical complexity and strategic importance. Each station features a unique architectural design, showcasing a strong identity and contemporary aesthetic that reflects a modern vision of urban space while respecting the distinctive image of the Montreal metro.

*Studies and detailed preliminary design: 2015

A design that emphasizes urban integration and active mobility During the design phase, the team incorporated elements of future urban development to ensure seamless integration into the surrounding environment. This approach promotes growth centered on public transit and active transportation.

Social acceptability was prioritized, with universal accessibility integrated from the earliest stages of the project. Features such as through-elevators were planned to improve the clarity, flow, and safety of routes.

As a key member of the PL5 team, Bisson Fortin has played a vital role in recent years in the feasibility studies and preliminary design for this project. The firm contributed expertise to defining the design criteria for buildings, encompassing spatial organization,

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Consortium

Société de transport de Montréal

SJ2B and GJB

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Since 2012

2 G$

The Major Asset Maintenance Projects (GPMA) and Metro Infrastructure Project Office (BPIM) programs are major infrastructure renovation projects for the Montreal metro. Within the STM’s project offices, the consortium of which Bisson Fortin is a member serves as a dedicated team for the architectural aspects of the various mandates The main projects involved include subway stations, the electrification of depots, auxiliary structures, and the subway tunnel.

Under this framework contract for network renovation, our team has so far carried out a wide range of projects at more than 20 stations and various buildings.

In addition to major renovations at certain stations, the work carried out by Bisson Fortin includes studies on the electrification of transit hubs, roof repairs involving complex architectural components, the replacement of waterproofing membranes, selective repairs to certain architectural and structural components, and work to ensure the structural integrity of buildings.

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Youville Workshop

Signage

Station Saint-Michel

- Expansion of the Youville Workshop - Landscape

- Lot 3 ( Rosement - Cote-Vertu - Champs de Mars - HenriBourassa - Vendôme ) - Lot 2 ( Monk - Montmorency - Acadie Castelnau - Fabre - Charlevoix )

- Renovation, extension of platforms, and landscaping

CCR - CCR construction- Landscape

CANO Attachment Center - Landscape

Lionel-Groulx Attachment Center - Renovation - Architecture

Lighting 6 stations - Photoshop support

PD Snowdon - Remaining Work on PD Snowdon - Landscape

Step-down station Lionel-Groulx - Architecture - Feasibility Study - Architecture - Plans and Specifications + Construction Drawings - 3D modelling - Landscape

Arcand Mechanical ventilation building - Creation of a new MVB and landscape

Bellechasse MVB - Construction Bellechasse MVB- Landscape - Construction Bellechasse MVB - Heritage

Bercy MVB - Creation of a new MVB

Chabanel MVB - Creation of a new MVB - Construction Chabanel MVB- Landscape

Faillon MVB - Creation of a new MVB

Henri Bourrassa MVB Garage - Renovation and Landscaping

Rielle MVB - Landscape

Sainte Marguerite (Richelieu) MVB - Creation of a new MVB, heritage and landscape

Saint-Grégoire MVB - Creation of a new MVB

Sanguinet MVB - Landscape

Vigier MVB

Pie IX Bus Rapid Transit - Creation Station Pierre de Coubertin

Station Angrignon - Facade and roof renovation and related work - Accessibility

Station Berri-UQAM - Renovation of UQAM and Place Dupuis entrance buildings - Renovation of line 4 level - Renovation of line 1 et 2 levels - Access to the GBQ emergency exit - Renovation of the mezzanine level

Station McGill - Renovation of the baie entrance building - Renovation at platform level - Renovation of Parkade and University entrance building

Station Plamondon - Renovation of the lighting system

Station Honoré-Beaugrand Station Crémazie

Station Guy Concordia

- Réfection de la station

- Renovation of the platforms and the Guy entrance - Accessibility

Station Beaubien

Station Iberville

- Station renovation

- Accessibility and renovation

Station Henri-Bourassa

Station Jean Talon

- Station renovation

- Renovation Southern entrance building - Renovation of the station

Station Joli-Cœur

Station Square-Victoria-OACI - Repair of wall finishes - Renovation of the Bell Banque entrance building

- Accessibility

Station Laurier

Station Joliette

- Renovation of the southern entrance building - Renovation of the northern entrance building

- Renovation of entrance building and accessibility

Station Place-d’Armes

Station Longueuil - Accessibility

Station Namur - Accessibility

Station Outremont - Accessibility

Station Papineau - Accessibility, renovation and landscaping

Station Pie IX - Renovation of the station, accessibility - Elevator Installation and Structural Work

Station Place des Arts - Membrane renovation

- Renovation of external staircases - Landscape

- Renovation - Architectural Plans and Estimates

Station Préfontaine

- Lot 1- 15 escalators in 7 stations

- Accessibility

- Accessibility and renovation

Wiseman MVB

Replacement of 58 escalators

Station Villa Maria

- Station renovation - Restroom facility and related work

Station Place Saint-Henri

- Snowdown - Sauvé - Côte Sainte-Catherine

- CBTC, accessibility, and landscaping

Station De l'Église

- Creation of a new MVB

Roof Repair

Station UdeM

- Accessibility

Station Radisson - Accessibility

Station Rosemont - Renovation of a tympan wall - Membrane renovation- Landscape

- Renovation of the station and structural work on the elevators

Station Jean-Drapeau - Station renovation

Station Atwater - Station and Maisonneuve entrance building renovation - Rebuilding of cabot entrance building - Membrane renovation - landscape - Elevator Installation and Structural Work

Station Vendôme - Partial renovation of entrance building

Station Beaudry - Station renovation

Station Côte-Vertu - Station renovation

Viau et Attachment Center - Renovation and expansion of the center

Station Côte-Vertu - Renovation of the facades - Interior Renovation

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Main Office

Montréal Office

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(450) 682-6360

(514) 416-6360

Laval (Québec) H7S 1Z4

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