Futur Montréal takes a key step towards its official authorization with the reservation of its name with Elections Québec
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Futur Montréal takes a key step towards its official authorization with the reservation of its name with Elections Québec
Montreal, April 16, 2025 – The political movement Futur Montréal, co-founded by Joel DeBellefeuille and Matthew Kerr, announces that its name has been officially reserved with Élections Québec—an important step in the process of becoming an authorized municipal political party in the City of Montreal.
“This is a significant milestone for us,” said Joel DeBellefeuille. “It reflects months of preparation and growing momentum as we prepare to offer a comprehensive and constructive alternative to Montrealers.”
Futur Montréal is now beginning the authorization process, with the goal of presenting a full team of 103 candidates in the next municipal elections—including borough mayors, city councilors, and borough councilors.
As part of this process, the movement engages with citizens from all sectors of the city to identify potential candidates, volunteers, and community voices who share its vision of a city that is more equitable, more transparent, and closer to local needs.
Two central policies already on the table
Futur Montréal bases its platform on concrete and responsible proposals. Two flagship policies have already been developed and made public:
Annual District Dividend (DAA)
This policy provides that, if the City of Montreal ends a year with a budget surplus, a defined portion of this surplus (e.g.: 10 to 15%) is redistributed to the boroughs.
Boroughs would use these funds to provide direct support to residents, in the form of tax credits for eligible homeowners, and community programs or relief for tenants.
The DAA aims to reward timely tax payments, promote local financial transparency, and ensure that budget surpluses actually benefit citizens.
Expropriation Policy – “Use it or lose it”
This policy aims to combat the proliferation of vacant land and abandoned buildings in Montreal.
If a property remains unused without valid justification for a defined period, the City could initiate an expropriation process, recovering the land for public utility purposes.
The reclaimed land would be redeveloped into affordable housing, green spaces or essential infrastructure – so that unused private land would finally be used to meet the real needs of the population.
“Futur Montréal focuses on responsible, achievable, and common-good ideas,” said co-founder Matthew Kerr. “These two proposals reflect our commitment to equity, good governance, and concrete solutions to urban challenges.”
Residents wishing to learn more about Futur Montréal or to get involved in the movement—as volunteers, members, or future candidates—are invited to visit:
? www.futurmontreal.com
Media inquiries: info@futurmontreal.com
X: @FuturMontreal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Futur Montréal takes a key step towards its official authorization with the reservation of its name with Elections Québec
Montreal, April 16, 2025 – The political movement Futur Montréal, co-founded by Joel DeBellefeuille and Matthew Kerr, announces that its name has been officially reserved with Élections Québec—an important step in the process of becoming an authorized municipal political party in the City of Montreal.
“This is a significant milestone for us,” said Joel DeBellefeuille. “It reflects months of preparation and growing momentum as we prepare to offer a comprehensive and constructive alternative to Montrealers.”
Futur Montréal is now beginning the authorization process, with the goal of presenting a full team of 103 candidates in the next municipal elections—including borough mayors, city councilors, and borough councilors.
As part of this process, the movement engages with citizens from all sectors of the city to identify potential candidates, volunteers, and community voices who share its vision of a city that is more equitable, more transparent, and closer to local needs.
Two central policies already on the table
Futur Montréal bases its platform on concrete and responsible proposals. Two flagship policies have already been developed and made public:
Annual District Dividend (DAA)
This policy provides that, if the City of Montreal ends a year with a budget surplus, a defined portion of this surplus (e.g.: 10 to 15%) is redistributed to the boroughs.
Boroughs would use these funds to provide direct support to residents, in the form of tax credits for eligible homeowners, and community programs or relief for tenants.
The DAA aims to reward timely tax payments, promote local financial transparency, and ensure that budget surpluses actually benefit citizens.
Expropriation Policy – “Use it or lose it”
This policy aims to combat the proliferation of vacant land and abandoned buildings in Montreal.
If a property remains unused without valid justification for a defined period, the City could initiate an expropriation process, recovering the land for public utility purposes.
The reclaimed land would be redeveloped into affordable housing, green spaces or essential infrastructure – so that unused private land would finally be used to meet the real needs of the population.
“Futur Montréal focuses on responsible, achievable, and common-good ideas,” said co-founder Matthew Kerr. “These two proposals reflect our commitment to equity, good governance, and concrete solutions to urban challenges.”
Residents wishing to learn more about Futur Montréal or to get involved in the movement—as volunteers, members, or future candidates—are invited to visit:
? www.futurmontreal.com
Media inquiries: info@futurmontreal.com
X: @FuturMontreal
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