Montreal Metro Celebrates 60th Anniversary with October 14 Festivities
Montreal's Metro network turned 60 on October 14, 2026, marking a major milestone for Canada's second-busiest transit system. The STM marked the occasion with art installations, community celebrations, and a focus on the 11 billion trips taken since 1966.
The Montreal Metro reached its 60th anniversary on Wednesday, October 14, 2026—a significant milestone for one of North America's busiest rapid-transit systems. The network, which opened on October 14, 1966, under Mayor Jean Drapeau, now spans four lines and 68 stations, with five more set to open on the Blue line extension by 2031.
The Celebration and Community Connection
The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) kicked off festivities with an art installation at Berri-UQAM station featuring about 1,000 memories shared by employees and passengers. The transit authority invited the community to submit "Metro moments"—personal stories about discovering apartments, finding jobs, or key life events connected to the Metro.
The event also featured a special party hosted inside a Metro train car in collaboration with Piknic Électronik, the popular electronic music event held at Parc Jean-Drapeau. Over 11 billion trips have been taken on the system since its inauguration.
Why This Matters for Newcomers
The Montreal Metro is an essential part of daily life for residents and newcomers alike. If you're settling in Montreal, understanding the Metro's 68 stations and four lines (Green, Orange, Yellow, and Blue) is fundamental to navigating the city. The system runs on a rubber-tired technology unique to Montreal and Paris, and the upcoming Blue line extension will expand access to new neighbourhoods starting in 2031. As a foreigner or new resident, your OPUS card (Montreal's transit smart card) is your daily key to mobility. The 60th-anniversary celebrations are a reminder of the Metro's central role in Montreal's culture and identity—and a good moment to explore stations you haven't visited yet and learn the stories of how the system shaped the city's growth over six decades.
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