Plaza St-Hubert

History

The 19th

Early 20th Century

1950’s - 1960’s

1970’s – 1980’s

SDC

History

An integral component of today’s Montreal urban landscape, Plaza St-Hubert is well known to all Montrealers. Indeed, the artery has managed to establish itself as one of the key commercial districts in the city, drawing year after year thousands of visitors from across Montréal and beyond.

Founded in 1954, the Merchant Association officially opened the Plaza St-Hubert in December 1959.

And although this year may mark the 50th Anniversary of the Plaza’s inception, the history of St-Hubert Street itself can be traced back all the way to the 19th Century; to a time when the Petite-Patrie district was only beginning to mold itself into the vibrant neighbourhood we know today.

In honour of the Plaza’s 50th Anniversary, we invite you to take a trip down memory lane and travel with us throughout the centuries in order to uncover the rich history of one of Montreal’s most significant and influential arteries.

We would like to express our most sincere thanks to M. Jacques Dupré, Records Manager, and M. Réal Rhéaume, President, of the Rosemont Historical Society for their invaluable assistance and very precious collaboration.