Federal government invests in zero emission transit planning projects
November 26, 2024 – Ottawa, ON – Infrastructure Canada
The Government of Canada is investing in zero-emission transit planning projects across the country. This investment will help communities plan and design new transit systems, upgrade existing systems to zero-emission technologies, and develop innovative solutions to reduce emissions in the transportation sector.
“Investing in zero-emission transit is not only good for the environment, it’s also good for the economy,” said the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities. “These projects will create jobs, reduce pollution, and make our communities more livable.”
The funding for these projects is being provided through the Zero Emission Transit Fund (ZETF), which was launched in 2022. The ZETF provides up to $2.75 billion over five years to support the planning and implementation of zero-emission transit projects.
The projects being announced today include:
- City of Edmonton: Planning for a zero-emission bus system
- City of Hamilton: Planning for a zero-emission light rail transit system
- City of Mississauga: Planning for a zero-emission rapid bus transit system
- City of Vancouver: Planning for a zero-emission ferry system
- City of Winnipeg: Planning for a zero-emission streetcar system
These projects are just a few examples of the many ways that communities across Canada are working to reduce emissions in the transportation sector. By investing in zero-emission transit, the Government of Canada is helping to build a more sustainable future for all Canadians.
Federal government invests in zero emission transit planning projects
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