Important legacy for the 150th anniversary of Confederation and Montréal's 375th anniversary
July 30, 2015 – Montréal, Québec – Infrastructure Canada
In preparation for the 150th anniversary of Confederation and Montréal's 375th anniversary, the Government of Canada today announced a major interactive illumination project for the Jacques-Cartier Bridge, which will contribute to showcasing Montréal's urban heritage.
The Jacques-Cartier Bridge is an icon in the Greater Montréal area for its history and its unique architecture. One of the great engineering feats of the 20th century, it is used every day by thousands of people to cross the Saint-Lawrence River. Illuminating the bridge for Canada's 150th anniversary and Montréal's 375th anniversary in 2017 will shine the spotlight on Montréal and touch the hearts of local citizens and visitors alike.
The year 2017 marks the 150th anniversary of Confederation and Montréal's 375th anniversary.
"Our government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Stephen Harper, is proud to put forward a flagship project for Montréal on the eve of Canada's 150th anniversary. This historic and innovative project is a true reflection of Montréal's character. The year 2017 will provide a unique opportunity to celebrate our country. Our Government is pleased that this illumination project on the Jacques-Cartier Bridge will serve as the focal point for Canada's 150th celebrations in the Greater Montréal Region."
-The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
"We would like to thank the Government of Canada, whose important support was pivotal to realizing the illumination of the Jacques-Cartier Bridge. This project is proof of the creative intelligence of Montréal's talents. The concept is simple, innovative and brilliant. It embodies the very energy we want to infuse Montréal with in 2017 for the 375th celebrations. Montrealers will be able to feel the pulse of their city in real time. This lighting project, which is unique to Montréal, is on the cutting edge of what is being done in interactive lighting worldwide.";
Gilbert Rozon
Commissioner, Society for the Celebration of Montréal's 375th Anniversary
Vincent Rabault
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs, and
Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec.
613-943-1838
Julie Paquet, MA
Director, Communications
The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated
450-651-8771, ext. 232
Anne-Catherine Couture
Press secretary
Office of the Minister of Transport of Quebec and Minister responsible for the Montréal region
514-873-3444
Catherine Maurice
Press Secretary
Office of the Mayor and Executive Committee
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Anne Dongois
Media Relations
Society for the Celebration of Montréal’s 375th Anniversary
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Infrastructure Canada
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