Montreal Transit Workers Launch Third Strike, November Disruptions Ahead

UPDATE: Maintenance workers with the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) are set to strike for the entire month of November 2025, marking their third walkout since June. The strike is scheduled to commence on October 31 at 11:59 PM and will continue until November 28.

This strike involves approximately 2,400 employees, who will refuse to work overtime, leading to significant disruptions in both bus and metro services, particularly outside of rush hour. Specific details regarding the extent of these disruptions remain unclear, raising concerns for daily commuters across the city.

The union representing the workers emphasizes that this action is necessary due to the transit agency’s inflexibility in contract negotiations. A conciliator-mediator appointed by Labour Minister Jean Boulet in October has yet to yield results, following an unsuccessful mediation attempt.

Transit agency management has expressed disappointment over the strike announcement, arguing that the union has not allowed enough time for the latest negotiation efforts to take effect, as the conciliator’s team was only appointed two weeks ago.

This latest development adds to ongoing tensions within Montreal’s public transportation system, disrupting the plans of countless residents who rely on public transit for their daily commutes. As the strike looms, commuters are urged to seek alternative transportation methods and stay informed about service updates.

With the strike’s start just hours away, the potential impact on the city’s mobility cannot be understated. Authorities and commuters alike are on high alert as this situation continues to develop.

Stay tuned for real-time updates on the strike and its effects on public transit in Montreal.