The station opened on October 14, 1966, as part of the original network of the Metro.

The large entrance structure contains the ticket barrier, as well as a light shaft and an open sided bus shelter.

Noted ceramicist Claude Vermette collaborated on the tile designs.

This included refurbishing structural slabs, floor finishes and the entrance building's waterproofing membrane, installing a new ventilation shaft, replacing light fixtures and granite stairs, repairing and replacing wall panels and floor slabs, replacing walkway edges and sidewalks, and adding trees and shrubs.

[6] Construction in 2020 to demolish and rebuild the skylight dome located near De Saint-Vallier to ensure that the ceiling is waterproof was completed in winter 2021.