COQUITLAM – Today the Government of Canada, the Government of British Columbia and TransLink announced the construction schedule for the next 12 months and the final station names for the Evergreen Line, the newest rapid transit project in Metro Vancouver opening in summer 2016.
"Our government is proud to invest in infrastructure projects such as this that create jobs and economic growth, and improve public transit for Canadians," said the Honourable James Moore, Minister Responsible for British Columbia and Member of Parliament for Port Moody — Westwood — Port Coquitlam. "Once complete, the Evergreen Line will provide an essential transit link for Metro Vancouver residents, ease traffic congestion and improve the quality of life for residents of the Tri-Cities and the Lower Mainland."
A key part of the Evergreen Line is keeping residents, commuters, businesses and local governments informed about changes to traffic and other activities that may affect them. With major construction underway, staff continues to meet regularly with residents and other groups.
"Our government is delivering on our commitment to create 8,000 jobs, boost development opportunities, and transportation options for families and communities," said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Mary Polak. "We want the construction of the Evergreen Line project to be a positive experience for the communities. That's why we are committed to responding quickly and providing valuable information to residents, commuters and businesses as the project moves forward."
Today, TransLink also announced the final station names, following consultation with local governments and community groups.
"The Evergreen Line SkyTrain extension is a much needed link in the region's transportation network and will be part of our communities for generations," said TransLink's chief executive officer Ian Jarvis. "That's why we worked with Port Moody, Coquitlam and Douglas College to set the final station names that reflect the historical and future significance of the local neighbourhoods being served."
The final station names are:
- Lougheed Town Centre Station
- Burquitlam Station
- Moody Centre Station
- Inlet Centre Station
- Coquitlam Central Station
- Lincoln Station
- Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station
The Evergreen Line will link neighbourhoods in Burnaby, Port Moody and Coquitlam and be fully integrated into the existing system, connecting directly onto the Millennium Line at Lougheed Station.
Funding for the Evergreen Line is a partnership between the Government of Canada, the Government of British Columbia and TransLink. The estimated project cost is $1.43 billion, with the Government of Canada contributing up to $424 million ($350 million from the Building Canada Fund, $67 million from the Public Transit Capital Trust Fund, and $7 million from the P3 Fund), the Government of B.C. contributing $586 million, and other partners contributing $21 million. TransLink is contributing the remaining $400 million and will operate the system when it opens.
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Stacey McGaghey Jones
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
Government Communications and Public Engagement
250-882-9529
Media Relations
Transport Canada, Ottawa
613-993-0055
Geneviève Sicard
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Denis Lebel
Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Ottawa
613-991-0700
Derek Zabel
TransLink
604-803-3199
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