Location: New Westminster, British Columbia (Fraser River crossing) Project Type: Rail bridge rehabilitation Proponent: Railway companies (CP, CN), federal support Status: Planning phase
Project Description
Critical Fraser River rail crossing serving freight and commuter traffic for metropolitan Vancouver. Rehabilitation extends bridge lifespan and maintains capacity.
Investment Value
Estimated Capital: $200-500 million CAD
Indigenous Partnerships
Coastal Nations: Musqueam, Qayqayt, Fraser Valley First Nations Marine Rights: Fraser River territorial waters consultation Urban Context: Different dynamics than remote resource projects
Partnership Opportunities:
Employment and training
Indigenous business procurement
Urban Indigenous community engagement
Key Risks
Lower Risk:
Rehabilitation of existing infrastructure (not new crossing)
