Main construction of the Green Line LRT is starting this year, and the benefits will last Calgarians a lifetime. Phase one spans 18 kilometers from Shepard Station at 130 Ave SE to Eau Claire at the north end of downtown. With 13 stations, it provides connections to the Red and Blue LRT lines and three MAX rapid bus routes.
The Green Line will provide transit options for 70,000 people living within a ten-minute walk of the line, unlocking land for development, and increasing access to housing options. This leads to a more vibrant and diverse community for all Calgarians to enjoy.
As the largest infrastructure project in Calgary’s history, the Green Line will also improve social equity by providing direct access to 190,000 jobs in downtown, Quarry Park, and industrial areas. The project is also expected to create over 20,000 direct and supporting jobs by the end of construction.
With an estimate of 55,000 daily Green Line riders, there will be less congestion on existing transit routes, and fewer cars on the road. This is great news for the environment and public transit riders!
As construction begins and excitement grows, stay up to date on the project by visiting calgary.ca/GreenLine or following @GreenLineYYC on social media.
