Re: “What do we get for rail money?” editorial, Feb. 19. Times Colonist February 23, 2016 In this piece, the writer states: “The foundation has promised much and delivered almost nothing.” This is just not true. The foundation was never […]
Editorial: What do we get for rail money? TIMES COLONIST FEBRUARY 19, 2016 Langford’s mayor is running out of patience with the Island Corridor Foundation, and the rest of us should share his frustration. For […]
At our January Board Meeting the Alberni Pacific Railway was given approval to construct a siding at Coombs. The siding will allow for the storage of historic rail equipment that will be used for interactive displays and marketing of the […]
Downtown Government Street as a car-free pedestrian mall is a great idea. During a trial in New York City, merchants found many more shoppers came, so they asked that the streets remain car-free. Adding a streetcar/light-rail transit service, as in […]
Southern Railway of Vancouver Island (SVI) officials say passenger train service could return to Vancouver Island as early as next year. “Maybe by the end of 2016, but by early 2017 in time for the tourist season we expect passenger […]
This week ICF attending the annual Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Summit. The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA) is a collaborative partnership spearheading regional economic development for the Vancouver Island region. VIEA provides opportunities for communities, First Nations, businesses, and other […]
A plan for the rehabilitation of the Courtenay Heritage Train Station has been submitted by Tectonica Management to Heritage Canada for review. The restoration of the station is being undertaken in phases with Courtenay Rotary. Phase I saw a new […]
Provincial Infrastructure Review – Funding confirmed The provincial government completed its review of the track infrastructure upgrade plan and confirmed its funding of $7.5m. The extensive review and provincial confirmation is part of the final sign off process for the […]
