The provincial government has committed $18 million to help plan the future of the rest of the corridor, working with First Nations and regional districts.
“There were many voices in favour of the restoration of rail infrastructure. Projected population growth, potential risks to critical infrastructure, including from extreme weather events brought by climate change, and wider economic and environmental policy objectives make this corridor of strategic transportation importance to the province,” the joint statement says.
“Canada and the Province of British Colombia [sic] acknowledge the importance of this corridor,” the joint statement says. “As a result, we will begin a formal engagement process with affected First Nations on the next steps of the corridor for the mutual benefit of the province and First Nations. A partnership-driven approach represents the best way for moving forward together and achieving a collective vision for the corridor that benefits everyone.
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