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Update from their facebook page: Here is a complete update about Univers condominium project: In the autumn of 2012, DevMcGill held a priority unveiling of the project Univers. At the time, we did not expect that there would be so much interest, especially taking into account the number of condo projects available downtown. We were surprised by the large number of people who came to see the initial plans for Univers and we reached our sales quota for VIP Certificates much faster than we expected. This certificate gives the holder purchasing priority during the future launch of sales. When meeting with the future owners of Univers, we found that, regardless of the number of competing condominium complexes available, there is a strong demand for a community located on the borders of downtown and Old Montreal, connected to Montreal’s Underground City (RÉSO), the largest network of indoor gallerias in the world, leading to Square-Victoria Metro and more than 2000 stores, services and businesses downtown through an underground network. In Montreal, the number of condominium complexes connected to the Underground City is very small. It has been suggested that only the Tour des Canadiens will be connected to the RÉSO, but this is not the case. It has been several years now that the Cours Mont-Royal condominiums have had a connection to the Underground City and, more recently, the Louis-Bohème. Soon it will be the turn of the Altoria then Univers. Four projects is very few on the scale of Montreal developments, and there is little inventory left available in the Tour des Canadiens and Altoria. Univers therefore offers an interesting competitive advantage. When we met with potential owners of Univers, we discovered that the vast majority is composed of people that want to actually live in the project and not purchase a unit to rent it out. Future owners of Univers have told us that the location is ideal for permanent residents because it combines the tranquil and picturesque charm of the historic district of Old Montreal while also enjoying a direct connection to downtown. We found that there is a real demand for a well located condominium project that isn’t directly in the middle of the crowds and traffic jams. Due to the high demand for a large scale development such as Univers, we decided to enter into negotiations with the owners of the land in order to be able to acquire the entire residential portion of the site and not only part of it as originally planned. This will allow DevMcGill to have complete control over all the planning and details of the development, allowing us to offer condo owners the best possible overall plan (common areas, commercial spaces, inner courtyard, architecture, underground link to RÉSO, views, etc.). This rather long process is delaying the launch of sales of Univers, but it will be for the better. Since the VIP Certificate sales event in autumn 2012, we have kept our VIPs informed. An update was emailed to all the VIPs on November 16th, 2012 and another on the 8th and 9th of February 2013 in order to inform them about delays and to provide the necessary explanations. A letter was also mailed via the traditional postal system to the VIPs in February 2013 because not everyone regularly receives the emails due to spam filters that block automatic emails with images and hyperlinks Given the unexpected delays regarding the launch of the project, we have established a special policy for Univers VIPs, allowing them to keep all their privileges for the future sale without having to maintain the usual deposit in trust with the notary. Because we know that some Univers VIPs wished to acquire a condominium sooner, we invited them to become VIPs of the 30 St-Jacques project located on a very coveted piece of land, adjacent to the magnificent Place d’Armes, in Old Montreal, one block away from the Place d’Armes Metro station connected to the Underground City. 30 St-Jacques is a confirmed project that represents a very interesting alternative for Univers clients that are hoping to move into their condominium sooner. It was in mid-December 2012 that we had the pleasure to find out that we won a public municipal competition, along with our associates Groupe Antonopoulos and CHBA architects, to be able to acquire this exceptional site. You can find details about the site at http://www.devmcgill.com. Some of you may have noticed that last Friday we removed the Univers project from our website. This was done following several requests from our sales representatives at the DevMcGill Boutique because they wanted to avoid an influx of numerous people for no reason, seeing as the quota of Univers VIPs had been reached several months ago already. We will reintroduce a comprehensive website for Univers at the launch of sales in 2014. In the meantime, the Univers Facebook page will be updated with the latest information. You simply need to ‘like’ the page to be kept informed. In closing, we would like to thank our Facebook Followers. It is always a pleasure to see how you are all closely following the projects in development in Montreal. https://www.facebook.com/Univers.condos/posts/351361454964827

http://www.redfoxco.ca/NewsReleases/Press_Release_Mar12_2013_restaurant.pdf Montreal, March 13, 2013: RedFoxCo is proud to announce that it has just signed an agreement with MTL Cuisine for operation of the upscale eatery to be situated in Le Victoire condominium project. The restaurant will be housed within the historic ground floor space of the century-old building, at 634 rue St-Jacques; it directly faces Square Victoria in the heart of Montreal’s Quartier International, adjoining Old-Montreal. MTL Cuisine has extensive experience in this sector, already operating four very popular restaurants in the city. These well-known establishments include Les 400 Coups, listed in Maclean’s magazine as one of Canada’s top restaurants, Restaurant Hélèna, the recently opened high-end Portuguese bistro on McGill Street, Osteria Venti on St-Paul Street, as well as Bar & Boeuf, also in Old-Montreal. Jorge Da Silva, and his son Jorge Jr., in cooperation with their chef-partners, are the brainchild behind these establishments that are both elegant and trendy, and that cater to a local as well as business clientèle. The new eatery will be a European inspired bistro-brasserie, situated adjacent the lobby area of Le Victoire, with 20-foot vaulted ceilings and magnificent turn-of-the-century arched windows. The restaurant will offer an upper-scale yet affordable menu, with sit-down and bar-dining. To complement its in-house service, take-out and prepared foods will be de rigeur, while those who live in Le Victoire will benefit from private catering and restaurant service directly to their residences. “We wanted to find the absolute best operator for the space in the city, and we’re confident that we’ve hit the mark. It was important to ensure that they had the experience and reputation to be able to deliver to the standards of Le Victoire, and we are thrilled with Jorge and Jorge Jr. in this regard.”, says Raffaele Freddi, developer behind Le Victoire. “Their existing restaurants not only offer excellent food, but also provide wonderful eating environments, which is key to a great experience.” With only 52 units on 25 floors, spacious living areas and fully customizable residences, Le Victoire has quickly proven itself to be one of the most desirable places to live in the city, having already sold 65% of units within 90 days of the opening of its sales centre. The restaurant will open in concert with the delivery of the condo units, slated for Q4-2014. For more information: Le Victoire 514-335-5553

Cadillac Fairview unveils its development plans at the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal Forum MONTREAL, March 15, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - During a Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal Strategic Forum on Greater Montreal and its major projects, Mr. Salvatore Iacono, Senior Vice President, Development and Portfolio Management, Eastern Canada Portfolio, The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited, shared Cadillac Fairview's vision and future projects for the development of Montreal's downtown core. The following are excerpts from his keynote presentation: "Over the last several years, Cadillac Fairview has completed significant projects that demonstrate our vision for real estate development: creating signature, mixed-use properties in the heart of the action, where entertainment, commercial and residential addresses come together. In doing so, Cadillac Fairview is on par with the major trends reflected in the most successful real estate development projects in North America today. More than ever, we are building properties in multi-hub commuter districts; properties that are energy-efficient and provide residents with the opportunity to truly "experience" their cities. Cadillac Fairview wants to offer Montrealers projects that are in line with these trends. In 2009, Cadillac Fairview acquired Windsor Station and adjacent real estate assets. This area can accommodate several million square feet of mixed-use development. The site is at the heart of a rapidly transforming community that integrates commercial, residential and entertainment venues into a vibrant urban landscape. And over the next 15 years, Cadillac Fairview plans on investing up to $2 billion to develop this area. This is a comprehensive, multi‐phase, multi‐year redevelopment of these lands surrounding the Bell Centre. This mixed‐use project reinforces CF's strategy of expanding our core property assets, office and retail, in key urban markets, and demonstrates our commitment to investing in the long‐term future of Montreal. Our development plan will rest on 3 pillars: the Tour des Canadiens, the Deloitte Tower and the development of the area just south of Saint-Antoine Street. Straddling the natural ridge between the mountain and the river, the Tour des Canadiens will become Montreal's tallest residential building and an unmistakable visual landmark. It will revolutionize urban condominium design by integrating sports and entertainment. To the east of the Tour des Canadiens, will rise the Deloitte Tower, the city's first, new, privately-owned commercial office tower to be built in more than 20 years. This is a building designed not just for work, but for success. It will provide an unprecedented level of comfort, productivity and prestige to Montreal's forward‐thinking business leaders. Deloitte Tower is scheduled to open in Summer 2015. Ultimately, Cadillac Fairview plans on developing the area located just south of Saint-Antoine Street. We envision a mix of uses including office, residential and retail upwards of 5 million square feet which will contribute to creating a new vibrant, downtown neighbourhood. The basic site plan includes: two towers organized in an urban campus layout, two office towers at the corner of Peel and Sainte-Antoine (approx. 500,000 sq. ft. each) and one million square feet of new commercial space. Cadillac Fairview believes in Montreal's enormous potential. We want to be partners in the development of this city. That is why we are launching one of the most significant real estate development plans in Montreal to be carried out over the next 15 years. Cadillac Fairview is aiming for the best because Montreal deserves the best." About Cadillac Fairview The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited is one of North America's largest investors, owners and managers of commercial real estate. For more than 50 years Cadillac Fairview has been leading the way in commercial real estate with innovative design, development and management. Cadillac Fairview focuses on developing and managing high quality office properties and regional shopping centres in Canada and the United States, as well as international investments in real estate companies and investment funds. With a portfolio valued at more than $21 billion, Cadillac Fairview and its affiliates own and manage nearly 46 million square feet of leasable space at 79 properties across North America, including some of Canada's landmark developments, such as Toronto-Dominion Centre, Toronto Eaton Centre, Pacific Centre, Chinook Centre and the Montreal Fashion Centres (Carrefour Laval, Galeries d'Anjou, Promenades St-Bruno and Fairview Pointe Claire). SOURCE: CADILLAC FAIRVIEW

Can we put this in the cancelled section?

http://aircanada.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=601 Air Canada Plans Major International Expansion this Summer with a Focus on Key Gateways to Asia New Seoul and Istanbul routes; seven more weekly flights to China; Calgary-Narita upgrade MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is bringing the world closer this summer with a major expansion of its international services. The carrier is launching a new non-stop route between Toronto and Seoul, starting service to Istanbul subject to government approval, adding seven weekly departures to Beijing from Toronto and Vancouver, and upgrading its Calgary-Tokyo Narita route to provide daily service. "Air Canada is seizing the opportunities of the Pacific Century with the most far-reaching international expansion of its schedule in its 75-year history. Our new routes embrace the world from Istanbul to Seoul and deepen our already extensive Asian service. With our Asia expansion alone, we will be flying 11 daily departures or more than 43,000 seats a week across the Pacific Ocean this summer - a commitment of up to 14 widebody aircraft valued in excess of $2 billion. Our service to Istanbul, the bridge between Europe and Asia, adds an exciting destination to the Air Canada network with easy connections throughout Turkey and points in Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa with our Star Alliance partner Turkish Airlines," said Ben Smith, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. "Customers will enjoy flying on the Best International Airline in North America as rated for three straight years by the influential Skytrax World Airline Awards. All flights will offer lie flat suites in Executive First, industry-leading seatback entertainment throughout all aircraft, the ability to collect and redeem Aeroplan mileage and lounge access and concierge service for eligible customers." Highlights of Air Canada's 2013 summer schedule include: Non-stop service to Istanbul beginning June 4. Subject to government approval, Air Canada will begin flying three-times weekly, year-round to the historic city which also serves as a gateway to other destinations in Turkey, Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Flights will be operated with a Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. It will be the only early evening departure from Toronto to Istanbul. The launch on June 2 of a new Toronto-Seoul service operating three times a week, creating a fifth Asian destination from Air Canada's Toronto hub. The year-round service, operated with a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, will complement existing Vancouver to Seoul service by providing daily departures from Canada to Seoul. An addition of three more weekly departures between Toronto and Beijing starting June 1, bringing the total number of departures from Toronto to Beijing to ten a week. The flights will be operated with a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft Four additional departures each week between Vancouver and Beijing starting June 1, for a total of 11 weekly departures, including a new late night flight timed to be convenient for business travellers. The flights will be operated with a Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. The upgrading of our Calgary-Tokyo Narita service starting May 1 to offer daily departures, up from five a week last summer. The flights are operated with a Boeing 767-300ER. Air Canada is Canada's largest domestic and international airline serving more than 175 destinations on five continents. Canada's flag carrier is the 15th largest commercial airline in the world and in 2011 served more than 33 million customers. Air Canada provides scheduled passenger service directly to 59 Canadian cities, 56 destinations in the United States and 63 cities in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Mexico and South America. Air Canada is a founding member of Star Alliance, the world's most comprehensive air transportation network serving 1,356 destinations in 193 countries. In 2012, Air Canada was ranked Best International Airline in North America in a worldwide survey of more than 18 million airline passengers conducted by independent research firm Skytrax. For more information visit aircanada.com, follow @AirCanada on Twitter and join Air Canada on Facebook. SOURCE: AIR CANADA

This seems like a bad name to me! Sounds like student residences...

I'll sign!

Another new condo project in the Sud-Ouest. http://www.limalofts.com/web/contact/ It's right next to the La Machinerie lofts.

That's the ugliest thing I've ever seen. Period.

Didn't BDO just move from Westmount to 1000?

Yes, the other side of the sign is in french... "Bureau Des Ventes". Bon?

You can see all the renderings here:

I was told building A would be delivered in February

And... Yet another condo project in the Sud-Ouest borough of Montreal. Nice old building... Name: La Machinerie - http://lamachinerie.ca/ Location: 3601 Rue Saint-Jacques - http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Montreal,+QC,+Canada&hl=en&ie=UTF8&ll=45.480793,-73.582794&spn=0.000982,0.002226&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=36.042042,72.949219&oq=montrea&hnear=Montreal,+Communaut%C3%A9-Urbaine-de-Montr%C3%A9al,+Quebec,+Canada&t=h&z=19&layer=c&cbll=45.480794,-73.583303&panoid=2bdUgkr56bVw5yuN9cb0nA&cbp=12,332.54,,0,-18.51

Check Le William - mongriffintown.com - You'll find that for 500k you can get 1000 sq.feet+ including tax/parking. Phase 1, the old building they are restoring is the nicest IMO.

Will they keep the old brick buildings on the site?

Where is the underground parking going??

Here's another rendering showing Le U and the preserved Gazette building.

Montreal With the softening global economy and modest GDP growth expectations in the US economy, demand for office space in the Montreal markets will be modest, but is expected to remain positive in 2012 and 2013, and will gain additional momentum in 2014. With contiguous space in the central market of 50,000 sq. ft. and larger being almost non-existent, vacancy rates will continue to decline in 2012. With little in the way of contiguous space, it is no surprise that new developments are on the horizon for Montreal. Announced this year, Kevric Real Estate Corporation will be building a $100-million condominium and office complex, which includes a 10-storey, 230,000 sq. ft., LEED-certified office building – in the heart of the international district. “Lack of contiguous space will be a major concern to the user market in 2012,” says Louis Burgos, Senior Managing Director, C&W Montreal. “The market in Montreal has very quickly gone from a tenants’ market, to a landlord’s market, and we expect the Kevric project will see great interest in their space by businesses looking for offices in the 50,000+ sq. ft. range.” Montreal’s business health in the next few years will be influenced by key industry drivers, which include aerospace, electronics, pharmaceuticals, software engineering, and telecommunications. Source: http://www.financialpost.com/markets/news/Cushman+Wakefield+First+Half+2012+Office+Markets+Expected+Taper+across/5777172/story.html

Here's some pictures from the inside of the existing building that they will be preserving as part of this project. Quite beautiful IMO.

Last night, the construction crew had quite a few spectators. This morning.. It will be all down by EOD.

Rock n roll, the windows are now off

Instead of complaining, why doesn't everyone send a polite letter to the developer?

Pictures of the demolition

New condo development at the south west corner of des Seigneurs and William Street. I believe this development is the old Sonoco plant. Here is the sign they were putting up today. http://lecanal.ca/accueil