and tackle larger, more intricate projects across Alberta. As the conversation shifts to broader industry trends, Duval identifies several significant developments that could reshape the province’s transportation infrastructure in the coming years.“There are ongoing discussions about rail connections—especially highspeed rail between Edmonton, Calgary, and even Calgary to Banff,” he shares.The prospect of reducing reliance on traditional road traffic and bus systems is being explored with growing interest, especially as Alberta seeks to modernize its transportation networks. The potential for high-speed rail isn’t just about easing commuter congestion; it’s about connectivity on a grander scale. Duval points to the Calgary Green Line as a prime example of enhancing public transit options within urban centers. “These are projects that are still five years away from realization, but the planning and feasibility studies are already in motion,” he explains. The high-speed rail concept is particularly intriguing because of its connection to a larger vision for Alberta. Duval notes that some discussions surrounding these rail projects are linked to the possibility of a future Olympic bid.“There’s talk about using Calgary as the central hub and connecting to Edmonton and the mountain towns of Canmore and Banff. The rail would allow all three centers to be utilized during a 51 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 11 TETRA TECH
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