|
|
|
|
|
|||
 |
|
 The development of British Columbia, and indeed its very health and growth, has always relied upon a vibrant interconnection of roads, railways, electricity and communications technologies. Unfortunately, there are still areas in this province that do not enjoy the benefits of the modern physical infrastructure that so many British Columbians simply take for granted. In Northwestern BC for example, the Highway 37 corridor from Meziadin Junction to Dease Lake is poorly served by unreliable and expensive diesel power which often fails, resulting in brown-outs to the service area. These power interruptions restrict rural communities and isolated regions from realizing their full development potential. Infrastructure improvements in Northwestern BC will provide the tools needed for communities to pursue equitable social and economic growth in our province. Infrastructure projects of this nature result in new opportunities for rural and urban communities, providing jobs and skills training during planning, implementation and construction, and ongoing employment in servicing and maintenance. New roadways and hydroelectric power in the Highway 37 corridor would also open up new opportunities for high-paying jobs in mining, forestry, and power generation, while revitalizing existing tourism, guide outfitting, transportation, and supply industries in the Northwest. May 29, 2009 Media Release "Delivering Green Power to Northern British Columbia" -- Northwest Powerline Coalition May 29, 2009 Report Release "Delivering Green Power to Northern British Columbia: A discussion on the benefits of a new power transmission line to Northern British Columbia" |
|
|
|
Click to enlarge
|
|
 |
|
Home Media Contributors |
 |
RSS Feed