Projects / Train de l’Est: Repentigny, Terrebonne and Mascouche train stations
A structuring corridor for Montréal’s East
The Train de l’Est represents a major step forward in sustainable mobility, connecting downtown Montréal to the eastern part of the island and the northeastern suburbs.
This new public transit corridor includes ten stations designed to provide safe, accessible, and high-quality service to the community. STGM Architects was commissioned to design and deliver the stations in Repentigny, Terrebonne, and Mascouche—three key infrastructures that reflect our commitment to functional, refined, and sustainable architecture.
Repentigny: a luminous and accessible arch
Located near Highway 40, the Repentigny station stands out for its fluid and safe circulation, linking the parking area to the platform via a universally accessible pedestrian bridge. Two elevators facilitate crossing over the railway tracks, ensuring full inclusivity.
The architectural concept evokes a welcoming arch, centered around a glazed wall that enhances natural light and visibility. The selected materials, durable and resilient, meet the demands of heavy peak-hour use. A finely integrated timber canopy, positioned between the rail line and the boulevard, shelters users while enriching the spatial experience.
Terrebonne: safety and transparency at the heart of the highway
Located in the median of Highway 640, the Terrebonne station addresses the challenge of a constrained and isolated site. To reinforce the sense of safety, the architecture embraces generous transparency: numerous windows allow users to see and be seen.
The south pavilion, serving as the main entrance, is distinguished by a semi-opaque curtain wall that balances the simplicity of the pedestrian bridge. A blue glass volume, detailed with structural joints, animates the façade and creates a vibrant, dynamic interior atmosphere.
Mascouche: an integrated and functional terminal station
As the final stop on the line, the Mascouche station stands out for its platform access via an underground tunnel, adapted to the site’s configuration. The architecture incorporates the project’s signature materials—concrete, glass, wood, and ceramic in AMT’s colors—ensuring visual and functional coherence.
As a terminal station, it forms part of a larger complex that includes an administrative building, an electrical building, a maintenance shelter, and five storage tracks for out-of-service trains. This structuring hub demonstrates STGM’s ability to design high-performing, durable infrastructures that are thoughtfully integrated into their surroundings.