F.A.Q.

  • Where are the peregrine falcon nesting boxes located? Doesn’t highway traffic on the bridge disturb the species?

    Overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge provides an ideal habitat for the peregrine falcon. This type of habitat also offers the bird protection from predators and harsh weather conditions.

    Three nesting boxes are strategically installed along the bridge, allowing for the closure of boxes when maintenance work is planned nearby. This encourages the falcon to nest in the box that remains open, thereby keeping it as far away as possible from the workers performing maintenance or repairs on the bridge.

    To learn more about the peregrine falcons on the Samuel De Champlain Bridge, please visit The Peregrine Falcon – Samuel De Champlain Bridge

  • Pourquoi l’ancienne voie réservée aux autobus est-elle fermée depuis l’ouverture du REM?

    In coordination with REM Inc. and the Agence régionale de transport métropolitain (ARTM), a temporary reserved bus lane was set up on the Samuel De Champlain Bridge in both directions during the construction of the REM. Subsequently, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge resumed its final development with 3 lanes in each direction and the presence of shoulders on each side.

    For any questions about the REM, please contact 1-833-REM-INFO or visit Réseau express métropolitain | REM. 

  • Why can’t I access the cameras on the interactive map on the website?

    During Website maintenance, access to the cameras on the interactive map may be temporarily unavailable. We invite you to return to them later, taking care to reload the page in your browser.   

  • How can we know if the bike and pedestrian path is closed or open and whether it can be used?

    The multipurpose path on the Samuel De Champlain Bridge is open year-round. The operations and maintenance teams of Signature on the Saint Lawrence ensure at all times that the multipurpose path is safe for all users.

    Occasional and temporary closures may occur based on certain criteria established with Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities Canada, including:

    • Heavy snow or rapid snow accumulation
    • Freezing rain
    • Strong winds and/or blowing snow
    • General safety requirements
    • Maintenance and inspection work

    Please note that an anticipated closure of the path may occur before the morning rush hour to prevent cyclists and pedestrians from being stranded on one side of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge when they return in the evening. The path is reopened after the operations and maintenance teams have ensured its safety.

    To stay informed about closures and updates concerning the multipurpose path, please refer to the following resources:

    Digital display panels located at each entrance of the bridge indicate the status of the multipurpose path.

    Finally, to know the status of the bike network, please visit the following page: Multipurpose Path for Pedestrians and Cyclists.

  • How do I know if there are plans for complete or partial closures on the Samuel De Champlain Bridge corridor?

    Any planned partial or complete closures will be shared on Mobility Montréal. You can find out more on their Website: Homepage – Mobility Montréal (gouv.qc.ca).  

    The information is then shared on the Québec 511 app and its interactive map, available at the following link: Home | Québec 511 (quebec511.info). You can also tune in to Radio Circulation 730AM to efficiently plan your trips and receive information in real time. 

  • How can I submit a request for the illumination of the Samuel-De Champlain Bridge? How can I find out about previous commemorations or celebrations marked by the illumination of the bridge?

    To submit your lighting request, please send an email to sdcbridgeilluminations-illuminationspontsdc@infc.gc.ca with the following details:

    • Contact’s name
    • Organization and cause
    • Website
    • Email address
    • Telephone number
    • Details about the request (Description of cause, coordination with other structures)
    • Day(s) of requested illumination
    • Colours requested (static or dynamic)

    Due to the high volume of requests received, only the requestors for suggestions that have been accepted and approved will be contacted and provided with further details.

    For more information about past and future illuminations as well as how to submit, please visit the page illuminations

  • How many vehicles use the Samuel-De Champlain Bridge every year?

    In 2021, approximately 40 million vehicles used the Samuel-De Champlain Bridge Corridor, for an approximate daily average of 115,000. In 2022, this number increased to more than 46 million and in 2023, to more than 50 million. It represents a daily average of 141,500. 

Please, contact us for all your questions or comments or requests.