The City of Laval unveiled its plans to develop Carré Laval on Tuesday – to build a low-carbon neighbourhood near Highway 15, with nearly 22 hectares of land, which is equivalent to more than 30 football fields.
“The vision for the development of Carré Laval emphasizes quality of life, innovation, and sustainability. On this exceptional site, in the heart of downtown, we will create a unique environment where the community can flourish in a healthy, dynamic, and resolutely forward-looking environment,” said Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer.
Carré Laval will offer diversified and inclusive housing they say, with the aim of creating over 3,500 units.
The City of Laval wants to create of a mixed urban space, where housing, businesses, green spaces, and cutting-edge research facilities can coexist.
In 2020, the government of Quebec granted $10 million in financial assistance for the decontamination and redevelopment of the site.
“For our government, reviving places like Carré Laval is much more than an economic project. It’s an opportunity to create spaces where our community can come together and thrive. Thanks to the collaboration of many local stakeholders, we have a unique opportunity to revitalize our downtown and our region,” said Christopher Skeete, MNA for Sainte-Rose.
The Angus Development Corporation (SDA) will oversee the first phase of the construction work.
According to a press release, their SDA will have to build 1,000 affordable housing units and develop a building dedicated to health, life sciences, commercial and research activities.
“This building will be designed to encourage gatherings and networking among community members,” reads the press release.
Additionally, as part of the overall vision of the project, the City of Laval wants the public’s opinion for the future park at Carré Laval, to ensure that this new green space will meet the needs and aspirations of the public.
Citizens can come together Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Cabaret de l’Avenir at Collège Letendre for information and open discussions.
“Ultimately, Carré Laval will become a pivotal and identity-building hub for Laval residents and will attract people from all walks of life. This international-scale project will allow the City of Laval to enter a new era. We want to create a truly happy neighborhood,” concluded Mayor Boyer.