The Steveston Interchange is also part of a larger effort to strengthen regional connectivity and ensure the infrastructure can meet future demands. “This Project facilitates travel to critical transportation hubs such as Vancouver International Airport and the BC Ferries Tsawwassen Terminal,” says Bergstrom. “It supports the projected traffic growth that will come with the increased Fraser River crossing capacity.” TRANSIT ENHANCEMENTS The Project is being delivered by Transportation Investment Corporation on behalf of B.C.’s Ministry of Transportation and Transit. Flatiron Constructors Canada Limited, partnered with Urban Systems Ltd., was selected as the Design-Builder. The team includes five major subcontractors and more than 29 minor service agreements, many involving First Nations-affiliated companies. The benefits of the completed interchange are far-reaching. “We’re improving travel reliability for business and regional goods movement and reducing delays for priority trips,” Bergstrom says. “By supporting transit enhancements and North-facing rendering of the new Steveston Interchange 9
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