In a significant move for Calgary Transit, Quebec City’s Mayor Bruno Marchand visited Calgary to gain insights into the city’s infrastructure improvements, including transit developments. This visit comes as Calgary approved an additional $609 million for water utility enhancements, highlighting the city’s commitment to upgrading essential services.

Mayor Marchand acknowledged that Quebec City is lagging behind other Canadian cities in transit development, stating, “We can’t look at Calgary and say we’re not in the same trouble. We all have a lot of trouble with our infrastructure.” His remarks underscore the urgency for Quebec City, which plans to construct a new tramway starting in 2027 with service expected by 2033.

As Calgary continues to evolve its transit system, Calgarians are invited to share their perspectives for the upcoming 2027–2030 Business Plans and Budgets. Public engagement for this budget will run from March 18 to April 15, allowing residents to influence how the city invests in services, including transit.

Les Tochor emphasized the importance of this budget, stating, “The four‑year budget guides how Calgary invests in the services and programs people rely on every day.” Feedback from the public will play a crucial role in shaping the budget, which is set for approval in November.

Calgary and Quebec City have maintained a sister city relationship for over 70 years, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange between the two municipalities. As both cities face infrastructure challenges, the sharing of best practices could prove beneficial.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific outcomes of Mayor Marchand’s visit, but the discussions are expected to influence future transit initiatives in both cities.

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