MONTREAL, Sept. 16,
2024 /CNW/ - Tours of terminals, visits aboard
ships and locomotives, games and activities for all ages, free
access to the Port of Montreal Tower, an exhibition on the marine
industry... On September 22nd, from
noon to 4 p.m. at the Port of
Montreal's Grand Quay, the first
edition of the Port of Montreal's
Port Day invites the public to dive into the world of marine
activities with fun, educational, gourmet and festive programming!
And it's all free!
Journey of discovery
The Port of Montreal's Port Day
is an opportunity for the public to discover more about the Port
itself, its trades and occupations, its activities and its
projects. Whether they are interested in current environmental
initiatives, rail and maritime operations, infrastructure
management, cargo-handling operations, the protection of Port lands
or fire prevention, visitors will find a variety of informative and
interactive kiosks and activities to answer their questions.
Along the way, they can also tour ships, climb aboard a
locomotive, discover how to tie sailors' knots or learn more about
Indigenous territories along the St. Lawrence River and the
Great Lakes. In the CN Family Zone, kids can dive into a
world of fun with face painting, giant games and inflatable
structures. The MSC Play Zone, featuring games such as Tic
Tac Dunk, Volley Pong and the Big Pool, is the perfect place for
visitors to test their skills or challenge their friends. Visitors
may also strike a pose at the CSL photobooth, take advantage
of the Logistec Power Zone to enjoy some downtime while
powering up their electronic devices or the Desgagnés Chill
Zone, where they will find a Japanese sand garden inviting them
to relax and unwind.
At the Port in the City information booth, visitors can enter to
win tickets for an AML cruise—the best way to see the city
from the St. Lawrence.
A visit would not be complete without a stop at the Port
Centre; its interactive exhibition All aboard! is a
great way to learn while having fun.
Food
Visitors can refuel in the Hapag Lloyd Gourmet Zone,
where food trucks will offer a variety of meals and snacks,
including coffee, pastries, sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers, French
fries and specialties from the grill. In addition, an iced tea and
lemonade bar presented by CPKC, popcorn stands
presented by Fednav and cotton candy machines
presented by Oceanex Inc. will provide a tasty treat on the
go!
Partners on the ground
A port cannot function without its many logistics and maritime
partners! Several important players in Montreal's port industry will also be on hand
to share who they are and what they do, including the Canadian
Coast Guard, the Maritime Employers Association (MEA), the
St. Lawrence Economic Development Council (Sodes), Croisières
AML, Hapag-Lloyd, Logistec, Oceanex Inc., Mariners' House, the
Institut maritime du Québec (IMQ), the Human Resources Sectorial
Committee of the Maritime Industry (CSMOIM) and QSL.
Free entry to Port of Montreal Tower
A gift for the whole family: entry to the Port of Montreal Tower
will be free from noon to 4 p.m. Discover the 360° observation
deck, the glass cage and its golden staircase, the musical
balloons, interactive kiosks and, above all, the best view of the
city and the river!
Bus tours of the Port:
Members of the public are invited to take a guided bus tour of
the Port of Montreal's facilities,
including a container terminal and the dry bulk terminals. A rare
opportunity to see the Port's cargo handling activities up
close!
Four departures are planned throughout the day:
- From the Grand Quay of the Port of
Montreal: 12:15, 12:45, 2:00 and
2:30 p.m.
Tours will last approximately 90 minutes. To register, go
directly to one of the signposted departure points. Please note
that spaces are limited.
Thanks to our sponsors!
The Port of Montreal would like
to thank all of its valued logistics and maritime partners that
have supported this event, whether financially or through their
presence: Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CN, Logistec, Desgagnés, Canfornav,
Fednav, Oceanex Inc., CPKC and CSL.
Getting there
Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal, 200 De la Commune Street
West
- Metro: Square-Victoria or
Place-d'Armes station
- Bus: route 715, 35, 61 or 75
- BIXI stations nearby
- Paid parking on site (check the rates here)
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latest updates.
About the Port of Montreal
Operated by the Montreal Port Authority (MPA), the Port of
Montreal is the largest container
port in Eastern Canada and a
diversified transshipment centre that handles all types of goods:
containerized and non-containerized cargo, liquid bulk and dry
bulk. The only container port in Quebec, it is a destination port served by the
largest shipping lines in the world. It is also an intermodal hub
with a service offering that is unique in North America, featuring its own rail network
directly dockside connected to Canada's two national rail networks. The MPA
also operates a Cruise Terminal and a Port Centre.
The MPA factors economic, social and environmental components
into its corporate initiatives. This commitment is governed by a
sustainable development policy whose guiding principles focus on
involvement, cooperation and accountability. Port activity supports
590,000 jobs and generates $93.5
billion in economic benefits annually.
SOURCE Port de Montréal