Federal, Provincial, and Municipal Governments Invest in Public Transit Upgrades in St. John’s
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – December 19, 2024 – The federal government, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the City of St. John’s announced today a significant investment in public transit upgrades in the city.
The $100 million investment will be used to improve the city’s bus service, including the purchase of new buses, the construction of new bus shelters, and the implementation of a new fare system. The investment will also be used to upgrade the city’s paratransit service, including the purchase of new vehicles and the expansion of services to new areas.
The federal government is contributing $40 million to the project through the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is contributing $30 million, and the City of St. John’s is contributing $30 million.
The investment is expected to create 100 new jobs during construction and support 50 permanent jobs once the project is complete.
“This investment is a significant step towards improving public transit in St. John’s,” said the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities. “Public transit is essential for reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and making our communities more accessible for everyone.”
“This investment will make a real difference in the lives of St. John’s residents,” said the Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Transportation and Works for Newfoundland and Labrador. “Public transit is a key part of our transportation system, and this investment will help to make it more efficient, reliable, and accessible.”
“I am thrilled that the federal and provincial governments have partnered with the City of St. John’s to invest in public transit,” said Danny Breen, Mayor of St. John’s. “This investment will help us to build a more sustainable and inclusive city for all.”
The project is expected to be completed by 2027.
Background
Public transit is an essential part of the transportation system in St. John’s. The city’s bus service is the primary mode of public transit, and it carries over 10 million passengers each year. The city’s paratransit service is also an important part of the transportation system, and it provides service to people with disabilities who are unable to use the regular bus service.
The investment in public transit upgrades is part of the federal government’s $180 billion Investing in Canada Infrastructure Plan. The plan is intended to invest in infrastructure projects across Canada, including public transit, green infrastructure, and social infrastructure.
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is also committed to investing in public transit. The province’s transportation plan includes a number of initiatives to improve public transit in St. John’s and other communities across the province.
The City of St. John’s is also committed to improving public transit in the city. The city’s transportation plan includes a number of initiatives to make public transit more accessible, efficient, and affordable.
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