The first rapid transit project south of the Fraser River in 30 years reached a new milestone with the release of the business case and formal approval of provincial funding for the project.

Ground was officially broken Thursday, July 7, 2022, on the new five-lane Steveston interchange in Richmond as part of the project that will see the George Massey Tunnel replaced with a new toll-free crossing.

Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, is representing British Columbia at the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference (EMMC) between July 6 and 8 in St. John’s, Nfld., and has released the following statement to advance B.C.’s priorities:

Two bridges in northwestern B.C. will have rehabilitation work done this construction season, improving safety and reliability for people travelling the Highway 16 corridor.

As the Canada Day long weekend approaches, travellers are encouraged to stay safe on the road by planning ahead and using extra caution.

The Highway 91/17 Upgrade Project is nearing a milestone with two new interchanges opening this summer.

Crews will begin resurfacing Highways 1 and 18 in the Duncan area this week, improving safety and efficiency for travellers and the movement of goods.