With traffic jams, accidents, and even the occasional road rage incident, driving between the West Shore and Victoria can be a difficult task. But soon, residents could have more options than just their cars.
The City of Colwood and the Town of View Royal have announced that they’re developing concepts and cost estimates for a rapid transit corridor along the Island Highway.
With the help of BC Transit and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC), the two municipalities are hoping to create a better route between Colwood Corners and the Trans-Canada Highway.
Multiple Options
The plan will outline options for implementing rapid transit along the Island Highway, including bus lanes, queue jumping lanes, preferred park & ride locations, traffic light coordination strategies, and costing details.
Another key aspect of the Transit Future Plan and West Shore Local Area Plan is the need to add additional park & ride capacity on the West Shore. A park & ride study will be completed to identify potential sites that meet the location and physical design requirements.
“With travel times and congestion in the capital region increasing, it is important to make public transit a realistic option for people,” said Colwood Mayor Carol Hamilton. “That will only happen if buses can move people faster than cars on major routes.”
