TKE Installing Six Escalators at Largest Church in Canada

TK Elevator (TKE) Canada is installing six heavy-duty victoria escalators at the historic Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal in Montreal, according to a press release from the company. Founded in 1904, the Oratory is the largest church in Canada and the highest building in Montreal. The current shrine is 68 ft above street level, making the new escalators a critical part of the Oratory’s CAD160 million (US$116.6 million) renovation, led by architecture firm Lemay. With more than 50 safety features and traveling at a speed of 100 ft/min, the escalators will be located adjacent to the stairwell. Installation began in September 2022 and will be completed by spring 2023.