​Montrealers will be able to access a new public space next to Champ-de-Mars Metro station as of Monday morning — the area has been walled off for more than a year. The square is opening temporarily, with a multicolour geometric design painted on a stretch of pavement. The area is a hotspot for tourists accessing Old Montreal from Champ-de-Mars Metro station. (Google Maps)Once completed, the space will be called Place des Montréalaises in honour of notable Montreal women, like Jeanne Mance. Problems with Viger SquareThe new face of Viger Square, a bit further east, has been negatively affecting the area because it blocked a pedestrian tunnel out of Champ-de-Mars Metro station.

Source: CBC News November 20, 2017 12:00 UTC