The year 2019 heralded a number of new and rewarding community relations initiatives. Whether making our activities and projects better known in a spirit of transparency with residents, or making the public benefit from our new public spaces on the waterfront, or supporting community organizations, the Port of Montreal increased the number of events and actions.
Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal
Exhibition at the Port Centre
After two years on display and attracting some 100,000 visitors, the History of Ships exhibition was dismantled. Key elements such as the model ships and historic murals were kept and installed in the lobby.
A new free exhibition, All aboard!, opened in December. It is an informative showcase of port activities as well as a dynamic, entertaining new space designed for families, school groups and all visitors interested in learning more about the port world.
Public and rental spaces like no other in Montreal
Between June, when the counting equipment was installed, and December 2019, more than 650,000 people came to the Port of Montreal’s Grand Quay, either to visit the public areas offering breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River and downtown Montreal, or to attend one of the 200 days of events held in one of the rental spaces.
Nautical picnics
Two days of free family activities were organized at the Grand Quay, including seafarers’ tales and legends and an introduction to sailing, in addition to fireworks evenings. More than 7,000 people attended this event.
Observation tower
Construction of the future observation tower began in the fall, with a 2021 planned opening. As a major tourist and architectural landmark in the city, it will contribute to Montreal’s reputation, attractiveness and tourism offer.