We are delighted that Daisy Peterson Sweeney has been included in an alternative map of Montreal’s metro system that honours women who have made significant contributions to society.
This project was initiated by author and scholar Chantal Ringuet and supported by the Université de Montréal, in partnership with the Société de transport de Montréal (STM).
“This map pays tribute to 73 women who have left their mark on Montreal since its establishment as a political entity in 1831, each embodying values of progress and innovation in her own way. At a time when women’s rights are under threat around the world, it amplifies their message and worldview in Montreal and, more broadly, in Quebec and Canada. (1)
In a message from Ms. Chantel, she writes, “We wanted to highlight the contributions of women who helped, implicitly or explicitly, to strengthen inter-community ties, and the work of women who are sometimes little known to the general public but who made a decisive difference—for example, by breaking the glass ceiling or promoting humanism or social inclusion.” (2)
The Daisy Peterson Sweeney Family expresses their gratitude to the University of Montreal, the STM, and Ms. Chantel and her team for their collaborative work in this innovative, interactive project.
Merçi.
(1)(2) https://montrealvilledefemmes.com/
Please view the following links for details:
Alternative Montreal metro map celebrates women’s contributions
https://nouvelles.umontreal.ca/en/article/2025/03/07/alternative-montreal-metro-map-celebrates-women-s-contributions-1/
Une carte alternative du métro pour reconnaître l’apport des femmes
https://nouvelles.umontreal.ca/article/2025/03/07/une-carte-alternative-du-metro-pour-reconnaitre-l-apport-des-femmes/
Montreal – City of Women
https://montrealvilledefemmes.com/en/
Montreal – Ville de femmes
https://montrealvilledefemmes.com/