Received via email from alberta.news@gov.ab.ca Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors Devin Dreeshen has released the following statement regarding the federal approval of the business case for the Green Line LRT project: "We are thrilled that the Government of Canada has green-lit the City of Calgary's revised business case for the Green Line LRT, which aligns with the provincial requirements to connect with the downtown Red and Blue Lines, the new event center, and extend south to Shepard. This approval secures the matching federal funding commitment of $1.53 billion for this vital project, allowing construction to finally commence after a decade of delays since 2015.

"The updated alignment for the Green Line will save over a billion dollars in tunneling expenses through an elevated route downtown, enabling the addition of five more stations, extending the line by 76 percent, and serving 60 percent more commuters. "The City of Calgary is tasked with delivering the project. Contracts for construction are expected to be issued in spring 2025, with an emphasis on utilizing local construction firms. "Additionally, the City of Calgary will begin work on the planning and design of the downtown segment immediately.

This will follow the Government of Alberta's proposed plan and alignment, utilizing 10 Avenue and 2 Street SW. The design is projected to be completed by 2026, leading to construction on the downtown segment in 2027. "We are excited to work alongside the City of Calgary to advance a project that benefits both Calgary commuters and Alberta taxpayers."

Source@Alberta independence