WHEREAS the development of the Prince Rupert container port will significantly increase the rail traffic throughout the northwest transportation corridor, causing long delays at level traffic crossings; AND WHEREAS many communities rely on level track crossings for their citizens to access basic goods and services and to transport their families to and from school, community events or to access emergency health services: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province initiate and conduct an impact study with recommendations to alleviate and address the concerns of the many communities that will be affected by the significant increase in rail traffic due to the expansion and creation of new container ports in the province.
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION The Ministry of Transportation advises that this is an issue for the federal government to address. Transport Canada would determine the impact in accordance with their standards and regulations.