Transportation and Infrastructure News Archive»

Government, Mayors' Council set targets for governance, funding

The government of British Columbia and the Mayors' Council on Regional Transportation are combining forces to come up with sustainable and long-term transit solutions that meet the needs of families and communities. read more

Families Transportation Monday, April 8, 2013 9:45 AM

Phase 2 of Monte Creek-Pritchard project moves forward

Phase 2 of the project to improve safety on Highway 1 between Monte Creek and Pritchard is going to tender this week, with construction to begin this year. read more

Economy Families Transportation Wednesday, April 3, 2013 2:45 PM

RapidBus BC coming to West Kelowna

RapidBus BC is coming to West Kelowna, making it easier and faster for families and commuters to travel. read more

Economy Families Transportation Tuesday, April 2, 2013 12:45 PM

Second Phase of Massey Tunnel consultation ends April 2

British Columbians have until Tuesday, April 2 to provide input for the second phase of public consultation for the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project. read more

Transportation Saturday, March 30, 2013 9:30 AM

Government promotes sustainable transit for college, university students

The government of British Columbia is extending U-Pass BC to encourage students at public colleges and universities in Metro Vancouver to use transit. read more

Transportation Saturday, March 30, 2013 9:15 AM

Major investments to improve Highway 97 at South Taylor Hill

The governments of Canada and British Columbia announced a funding commitment of $26 million to expand and upgrade Highway 97 at South Taylor Hill, just south of Taylor, between Fort St. John and Dawson Creek. read more

Transportation Thursday, March 28, 2013 4:45 PM

Highway 97 improvements to bring better road conditions for Kelowna drivers

The governments of Canada and British Columbia announced new funding for the expansion and upgrade of over 4.5 kilometres of Highway 97 through Kelowna. read more

Transportation Thursday, March 28, 2013 2:15 PM

Highway 11 upgrade benefits border and commercial traffic

A major upgrade to Highway 11 south of Highway 1 will relieve congestion and support cross-border travel and trade, while improving safety along this important road and rail corridor. read more

Transportation Thursday, March 28, 2013 1:15 PM

Government accepts auditor general's recommendations on Evergreen Line

The government of British Columbia accepts the recommendations released by the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) about the procurement process and financial guidelines of the Evergreen Line rapid transit project. read more

Economy Transportation Thursday, March 28, 2013 10:30 AM

Promise made, promise kept: Evergreen Line construction on track

The Government of Canada, the government of British Columbia and TransLink announced the construction schedule for the next 12 months and the final station names for the Evergreen Line, the newest rapid transit project in Metro Vancouver opening in summer 2016. read more

Economy Families Transportation Saturday, March 23, 2013 11:15 AM

New highway maintenance contractor for Okanagan-Shuswap

Effective March 29, 2013, provincial roads and bridges in Okanagan-Shuswap will be maintained by JPW Road and Bridge Inc. This service area encompasses the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Falkland, Enderby, Salmon Arm and Sicamous. read more

Economy Transportation Thursday, March 21, 2013 2:30 PM

Cycling investment supports communities and families

Twenty communities throughout British Columbia received more than $7.36 million in BikeBC funding this year to expand and build cycling lanes, trails and paths for B.C families, contribute to increased physical activity and help reduce greenhouse gases. read more

Environment Health Transportation Monday, March 18, 2013 9:45 AM

New pilot plan to speed crossings at B.C. - U.S. border

A truck cargo pre-inspection pilot project is underway to reduce wait times for trucks at the Pacific Highway crossing between Surrey, B.C. and Blaine, Washington state. read more

Transportation Saturday, March 16, 2013 8:00 AM

Phase 2 of Massey Tunnel consultation is underway

The second phase of consultations on the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project is underway and runs through April 2, with a variety of ways for the public to participate. read more

Economy Families Transportation Monday, March 11, 2013 11:30 AM

$13 million in highway upgrades in the Northwest

More than $13 million in improvements will be made to highways and bridges in the Northwest region, increasing safety and efficiency for families and industry. read more

Economy Families Transportation Thursday, March 7, 2013 9:45 AM

Province fulfils commitment to Malahat safety upgrades

The final portion of work that will complete the government of B.C.'s $8-million commitment for new median barrier and other safety improvements on the Malahat is now underway. read more

Transportation Thursday, March 7, 2013 9:30 AM

Phase 2 consultation on Massey Tunnel underway next week

Phase 2 of consultation on the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project begins next week, following today's release of a report summarizing Phase 1 consultation. read more

Economy Families Transportation Wednesday, March 6, 2013 9:15 AM

Government releases coastal ferries consultation report

The Coastal Ferries Consultation and Engagement summary report was released today, summarizing the input received during an eight-week public consultation process conducted in fall 2012. read more

Transportation Tuesday, March 5, 2013 8:30 AM

Work begins on Highway 99 - 16th Avenue interchange

Residents of South Surrey and Langley will enjoy better access to Highway 99 and across 16th Avenue thanks to the replacement of the 16th Avenue interchange now underway. read more

Economy Families Transportation Friday, March 1, 2013 9:15 AM

Highway 1 improvements east of Pritchard move to tender

Work to improve the safety of Highway 1 east of Pritchard will get underway this year, with the first phase of the Highway 1 Pritchard to Hoffman's Bluff project going to tender this week. read more

Economy Families Transportation Tuesday, February 26, 2013 9:00 AM