The project is a key component of Edmonton’s City Plan, approved in 2020, which integrates the city’s municipal development plan and transportation master plan into a single framework focused on creating a healthy, resilient, and diverse mobility network. This LRT extension is vital to meet Edmonton’s future infrastructure needs as the city grows to a population of two million people. SUPPORTING GROWTH IN THE CITY’S SOUTH The decision to advance the Capital Line South LRT Extension reflects the pace and scale of Edmonton’s growth. South and southwest Edmonton are among the fastest-growing areas in the city, placing increasing pressure on existing transportation infrastructure. “The LRT is a long-term investment,” Cheung explains. “It’s necessary to meet the transportation needs of a growing and diverse population, while also providing reliable access to major destinations across the city.” Beyond mobility, the project is also delivering tangible economic benefits. Phase 1 alone is expected to create more than 3,500 jobs and 77 JAN 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA Closer look of the LRT inside the underpass
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