officially approved
last month, and not only was it projected to be completed sooner than expected, in 2028 rather than 2030, it’s also expected to cost $500,000 less, due to the project now unfolding in a single phase rather than two. The 16-km long expansion of the existing Expo Line will include eight new stations and finally allow for a single non-stop train ride from downtown Vancouver all the way to Langley. A big reason why many are excited about the project, and one of the stated motivations behind the project, is that while Surrey has seen more and more development over the last decade, parts of it are still somewhat inaccessible via public transit. This expansion project would finally change that.
There will be some obvious benefits, felt most by residents of the surrounding area, such as new amenities in the area and more convenience.
TransLink says communities built in this way have proven to be particularly “livable” because they support healthy lifestyles, are “sustainable” because they reduce the need for cars, and “resilient” because they’re able to retain their appeal as surroundings or demographics change.