March 2017 | Business View Magazine

160 161 vironmental health. Planning, designing, and building ‘complete streets,’ which accommodate all modes of transportation for users of all ages and abilities, is expected to improve the overall health of our communities. Tools and guidelines are needed to support transportation planners and engineers as they incorporate these kinds of approaches in their work. Transportation is known to generate signifi- cant greenhouse gases, which affect the world’s climate. It is also a sector that faces serious challenges to ensure infrastructure is resilient to the impacts of climate change, including unpredictable weather and storm events. Shar- ing research and experience with mitigation and adaptation initiatives is a pressing priority to minimize the detrimental effects of climate change. These efforts will ensure that Canada’s transportation network continues to provide the level of service that the Canadian economy and people require every day. TAC: A place for all with shared interests TAC’s broad cross section of members have vibrant on-line and live forums where these critical issues and myriad other topics are discussed. Innovative solutions are sought and shared through TAC’s committees, conferences, exhibitions, meetings, events, seminars, and we- The Transportation Association of Canada binars. The Association’s doors are open to organizations with shared interests seeking a place to connect with other experts in this field. “Transportation is a sector that touches the lives of all Cana- dians and we are currently experiencing a period of evolution, even revolution.With our growing understanding of environ- mental and human health issues, and with advancing techno- logical opportunities, transportation promises to be ever more important to our social and economic well-being. TAC mem- bers make a real difference in the sector; it is a great time to be involved in the Association,” explains Dr.Wells. More infor- mation about joining the Transportation Association of Cana- da or other means to participate in its projects and events can be found on the TAC website at www.tac-atc.ca. for more information transportation association of canada Visit them online at www.tac-atc.ca.