Jane Bird appeared on Conversations That Matter for a one-on-one interview on public transportation in Greater Vancouver and how to plan, build and finance it. Jane spoke about the need for vision, leadership, deep public engagement and buy-in when planning major transportation projects. She also stressed that the costs and benefits need to be seen as fair, including for user pay and tolls. Jane shared her experiences as CEO of Canada Line Rapid Transit Inc., responsible for the development and construction of the $2-billion, 19-km Canada Line—the first PPP in transit in North America.
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Jane Bird on Public Transportation Infrastructure
September 6, 2017
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