TransLink Invests $145 Million in Metro Vancouver Transportation Infrastructure
TransLink, the transit authority for Metro Vancouver, is investing $145 million to upgrade transportation infrastructure in the region. As part of its Local Government Funding Programs, TransLink is working with cities and municipalities to enhance sustainable travel options, including walking, biking, and transit. The investments aim to create well-paying jobs, strengthen communities, and boost the local economy while making the transportation network safer and more accessible.
Key Takeaways:
- TransLink is investing $145 million in transportation infrastructure in Metro Vancouver, with a focus on sustainable travel options.
- The investments will create well-paying jobs, strengthen communities, and boost the local economy.
- TransLink is providing $2,637,000 to seven Delta projects, including crosswalk upgrades, sidewalk construction, and street lighting.
- The transit authority is also funding 13 Surrey projects to the tune of $14,288,375.
- Projects in North Delta include crosswalk upgrades, sidewalk construction, and seismic upgrades of the BNR overpass.
- TransLink is working with the province to deliver provincial Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants to support projects in Delta and Surrey.
- The investments aim to improve transportation efficiency, safety, and accessibility in the region.
Statistics:
- TransLink is investing $145 million in transportation infrastructure in Metro Vancouver.
- The investments will focus on sustainable travel options, including walking, biking, and transit.
- TransLink is providing $2,637,000 to seven Delta projects.
- The transit authority is funding 13 Surrey projects to the tune of $14,288,375.
- Over $65 million is earmarked for road repairs and maintenance on major roads in Metro Vancouver in 2025.
- Applications for investments in 2026 will be considered in September.
- $350 million in goods are moved each day on the major road network in Metro Vancouver.
Sources:
TransLink press release, June 26
North Delta Reporter, 2025
Ministry of Transportation and Transit announcement, March 2025
TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn