Those driving in and around Montreal this weekend should be aware that road construction and maintenance could result in several closures.
In particular, work is scheduled on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge between Vaudreuil-Dorion and Senneville and Route 136 west in the Ville-Marie tunnel.
Plan your trips in advance to avoid delays.
ISLAND-AUX-TOURTES BRIDGE / HIGHWAY 40
- From Friday at 11:59 p.m. to Monday at 5 a.m., the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge will be closed between Vaudreuil-Dorion and Senneville on the island of Montreal.
Major congestion is expected, so Transport Quebec recommends that drivers travelling in the area allow extra time to reach their destination.
The public is encouraged to use public transportation and take advantage of existing free services. Additionally, tolls will be suspended in both directions on Highway 30 during the weekend to offer an additional alternative.
TUNNEL VILLE-MARIE / ROUTE 136
- From Friday at 11 p.m. to Monday at 5 a.m., the Ville-Marie Expressway (Route 136) west will be closed between exit 5 (Robert-Bourassa Boulevard, Samuel-De Champlain Bridge) in …