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over the previous year. YUL’s passenger traffic has
also climbed by 38 per cent over the last five years.
This growth is enviable but is creating added
pressure on the facilities. The access infrastructure
on the cityside is at full capacity and at the end of its
useful life. The planned work will ensure passenger
access remains as convenient as possible while
maintaining a high level of service.
Economic impact of the project
Montréal-Trudeau is the main gateway to the city
and therefore an important economic driver. A
Conference Board study found that operations on
the YUL airport site contributed nearly $6.8 billion to
Québec's GDP in single year. The site alone includes
nearly 200 companies and provides 28,995 direct
jobs.
“This makes it one of Québec’s most important
economic hubs. This macroeconomic perspective
allows us to appreciate the significant benefit the
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