Montréal, le 18 mars 2022 – Montreal, March 18, 2022 – Thursday, March 17, marked the groundbreaking ceremony for Groupe Montclair’s Aura sur le Square condo development, launched last month. The event was the official construction kickoff for what will be the last square in Bois-Franc. For the occasion, the mayor of the borough, Mr. Alan DeSousa, the municipal councilors Aref Salem and Vana Nazarian were present, as well as several members of the management and employees of the Montclair Group: Greg Galardo, Nicolas Galardo, Henrik Houle, Stephane Geoffroy and David Langevin.

Speaking with a sense of nostalgia and pride, Nicolas Galardo, Groupe Montclair Sales and Marketing Director, said : “We’ve been developing in this area for 25 years. Breaking ground on the last square in Bois-Franc here today, we’re very proud of how far we’ve come.”

Every year, Bois-Franc takes innovation even further, and its countless promises draw the attention of urban buyers: an unbeatable public transit system, shops and restaurants within walking distance, abundant green and blue spaces, and much more! But beyond its enchanting parks, which neighbourhood attributes will impact the market value of your property?

Groupe Montclair officially broke ground today on the Wilfrid condo project in Bois-Franc, Saint-Laurent. Municipal councilors Aref Salem, Francesco Miele and Jacques Cohen attended the groundbreaking ceremony, along with Greg Galardo, Jean-François Tétreault, Henrik Houle, Dominique Galardo and Nicolas Galardo of Groupe Montclair, and Sarah Castoriano from Groupe Mach.

“After launching our project just three months ago in November, we’re proud to announce that 80% of the units have been sold and that construction has begun,” says Montclair Sales and Marketing Director Nicolas Galardo. This is Groupe Montclair’s largest condo project to date in Bois-Franc.

After the WR, WR2, and WR3 projects, phase four of this innovative mixed-use project will include 100 residential units in addition to the other 275 units built in the area. The ground floor will house a range of shops and services to round out the existing commercial offer, including banners such as Première Moisson, IGA, Chocolats Favoris, and more. Wilfrid is designed to meet the highest standards in sustainable development and quality and will include common areas such as a gym and elegant lobby, as well as a lounge and rooftop terrace.

It’s not hard to see why buyers are so excited about this Groupe Montclair project. “Wilfrid is an ambitious project with a distinctive architectural style,” says Nicolas Galardo. “It’s got everything future buyers could want.” The project is located in the desirable Bois-Franc neighborhood with numerous green spaces, shops, and services nearby. The Wilfrid is strategically located just 300 m from the future Bois-Franc REM (Réseau express métropolitain) station, making it incredibly easy to get to and from. The project is expected to be completed in spring/summer 2021.

For more information:
boisfranc.com/wilfrid/en
Sales Office – 2300 rue Wilfrid-Reid, Suite 108, Saint-Laurent

LEED. The word is everywhere, but what does it mean? LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It’s an international mark of excellence certifying a building is designed, built, and operated according to the highest environmental standards. In Canada, the certifying organization is the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC).

According to the publication of Groupe Altus in April 2019, the WR3 condo project, signed Montclair, is among the top three sellers on the Island of Montreal.
It is with pride that the Montclair Group invites you to consult the entire publication.

To view the publication: https://www.flipsnack.com/VincentShirley/march-de-la-copropri-t-avril-2019.html

Montreal, March 5, 2019 – Groupe Montclair officially broke ground today on construction of the WR3 urban condo project in Bois-Franc, Saint-Laurent. The event was held in the presence of local elected officials, including borough mayor Alan DeSousa and councilors Francesco Miele and Jacques Cohen, members of management, employees, and Groupe Montclair partners, Groupe Mach’s Pierre-Jacques Lefaivre, and Patrice Bourbonnais and Tom Arseneault of GROUPE PETRA.

Groupe Montclair is pleased to kick off construction, which is expected to run through spring 2020 when the condos are delivered.

This third phase of the innovative mixed-use project in Bois-Franc features an innovative concept with modern residential units and commercial units on the ground floor, providing condo owners with access to a range of essentials services.

“The WR3’s ideal location across from the future Bois-Franc REM (Réseau express métropolitain) station is certainly a major advantage, combined with Bois-Franc’s exceptional living environment and easy access to shops,” said Montclair sales and marketing director Nicolas Galardo. The 55-unit project has met with tremendous success since its launch in November, with more than 50% of the units already sold.

The builder is pursuing LEED Silver certification, with careful attention to the ecological footprint of the building materials used. The Bois-Franc neighborhood is considered an ecological community where the environment, health, and residents’ quality of life come first. These priorities guide Groupe Montclair in planning, designing, and building its projects, including the WR3.

For more information: https://www.boisfranc.com/wr3/en/

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What a surprise to see Mother Nature blossom in the city! Bodies of water with evocative names, mature trees along the streets, many bird species… With 31% of the total territory covered by green and blue spaces, no place is more charming than Bois-Franc, a true urban village.

Each year, Bois-Franc pushes innovation further, and its potential attracks new buyers. In this growing neighbourhood, the resale value is clearly profitable.

Whether you are looking for a condo unit or a townhouse, the perfect solution is in Bois-Franc. Housing is adapted to today’s lifestyles and each house has its own garage with a discretly concealed entrance on the sides of the buildings to improve the overall appearance of the city!

By 2020, a brand new train station will make public transit more accessible than ever to residents of Bois-Franc. The Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM), a major light-rail project, will have 26 stations, including one in the neighbourhood. Residents will be able to travel to Montreal, even as far as the international airport and the South Shore. It is estimated that during rush hours, the journey between the Bois-Franc station and the Central Station will not take more than sixteen minutes!

The Bois-Franc district follows a POD (Pedestrian Oriented Development) approach, which means that residents should always be able to find what they need within walking distance. Looking for a dentist’s office, a grocery store, a restaurant, a bank, a chocolate factory? With two main commercial areas, everything is close! It’s convenient, fast and perfect for keeping fit!

A Transit Oriented Development (TOD) is designed to ensure easy and efficient access to public transit. In addition to its suburban train station, Bois-Franc is located near many major highways and several bus lines cross through it.

Many shops are located in this friendly commercial area and perfect for a coffee with friends. In the summer, residents can even stock up on fresh produce at the public market every Saturday. After a shopping spree, sit by the water fountain to take a well-deserved break. Grand-Place is the ideal meeting place!

All essential services in the same space, isn’t it great? Proof that Bois-Franc is a forward-thinking district with sustainability in mind, the IGA grocery store even sells certified organic fruits and vegetables that have grown on its green roof, the largest of its kind in the country.

Nothing is left to chance in Bois-Franc, where nature and housing cohabit in perfect harmony. For aesthetic reasons, the neighbourhood has taken several steps to hide the more unsightly elements of the urban landscape. Two fine examples being; wires are buried and parking is underground.

All year round, the whole family can indulge in outdoor activities. Its parks, trails and paths can equaly accomodate for cycling, running or hiking. In addition, residents will find training stations in the parks. Here, everyone is in shape!

The Bois-Franc neighborhood in Saint-Laurent has only continued to grow in recent years. On top of enjoying the neighborhood’s many green spaces, Bois-Franc residents can also take advantage of numerous local shops and services.

Accessibility is at the heart of the neighborhood. Bois-Franc was thoughtfully designed to offer a high quality of life to its residents with its walking-distance businesses and public transportation – notably the RTM Bois-Franc train station and the future REM light-rail station.

Today’s new cities are not built based on the models of our heritage villages; they take into account the inescapable reality of its different residents – that of their daily travels! Consequently, some neighborhoods develop urban services, through various real estate projects, around their residents’ lifestyle and travel needs.

POD

With the POD approach, the focus is put on pedestrian traveling (Pedestrian-Oriented Development), meaning that around the neighborhood, you can find everything you need walking distance away – it’s functional, practical, economical, fast and an excellent way to stay in shape!

The POD approach in Bois-Franc

In Bois-Franc, residents can enjoy the convenience of a commercial hub called Grand-Place, in the heart of the neighborhood, which has been around for many years now. There they can access a medical clinic, convenience store, pharmacy, dry cleaner, restaurant, hairdresser, dentist and other small businesses. At the Faubourg Bois-Franc, located near the Wilfrid-Reid and Henri-Bourassa intersection, you can now find an IGA supermarket, Première Moisson, Chocolats Favoris and other fast food restaurants and local services. You can also walk to the Bois-Franc train station and stroll in the parks and around the lakes, which make up more than 31% of the neighborhood. What’s most important isn’t to know all the urban planning concepts that are characteristic of Bois-Franc, but rather to benefit from the convenient and healthful urban lifestyle that these concepts offer you!

Will Bois-Franc residents benefit from the REM?

Absolutely. REM passengers will be able to travel to downtown Montreal, the international airport and the South-Shore and will also have access to the green, orange and blue metro lines. The travel time between the Bois-Franc station and the central station will be approximately 16 minutes during peak times. Moreover, bus routes will have stops at various REM stations.

Remember: The Saint-Laurent borough, home to the Bois-Franc neighborhood, never stops transforming to meet its residents’ needs. It remains the leader in sustainable development and in quality of life, both socially and culturally. Each new homeowner in the Bois-Franc development can remain confident in his or her purchase because the promoters of this avant-garde project guarantee a living environment rooted in sustainable development.

For more details on this project, visit the new REM website : https://rem.info/en/home