Montreal-based architecture photographer, Chris Forsyth developed a photo series covering the often overlooked art and architecture of Montreal’s internationally renowned metro system. His objective is to show people that beautiful architecture, art, and design is accessible and present in all spaces. To view this series and his other work, visit www.chrisforsyth.com
[Photos] The Montreal Metro Project: Chris Forsyth
The initial rail network, completed in spring of 1967, had three lines with 26 stations: the green line, from Atwater to Frontenac; the orange line, from Henri-Bourassa to Bonaventure; and the yellow line, from Berri-De Montigny (Berri-UQAM today) to Longueuil. Over 130 million trips were recorded in the first year. (Berri-UQAM Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
The Montreal Metro is North America's third-busiest Metro -- delivering 1.2 million passenger trips per weekday. (De La Savane
Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Lionel-Groulx Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Sherbrooke Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
The Montreal Metro's first 20 stations were inaugurated on Oct. 14, 1966. A million people rode the Metro during its first weekend of operation. (Assomption Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
Operated by the Société de transport de Montréal, the Metro has 68 stations on four lines totalling 43 miles in length. (Champ-de-Mars Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(De l'Église Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Jean-Talon Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Lasalle Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Laurier Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth
(Sherbrooke Station) Photo: Chris M Forsyth