Design Safe and Efficient Public Transit System in Response to COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted the global community in almost every aspect of society. These impacts have led to continued struggles for organizations and industries to adapt to the new reality imposed on them by the pandemic. A common symptom among industries like […]
About Regina Bypass: Opened in 2019, the Regina Bypass is the largest transportation infrastructure project in Saskatchewan’s history. The $1.88-billion project was a P3 between the provincial Ministry of Highways, SaskBuilds and Regina Bypass Partners, a consortium comprising Graham, Parsons, Connor, Clark & Lunn and Vinci Concessions. Parsons was the Lead Designer on the project […]
Evolution of Valley Metro's Light Rail System in Phoenix, Arizona by Valley Metro Presentation Overview Valley Metro opened a 20-mile starter light rail line in 2008,and have since expanded it another 8 miles. There are currently 4 construction projects underway to add two light rail extensions, build the region’s first streetcar, and expand the Operations […]
Guest presenters: Regional Transportation Planning - HDR The continued growth of urban areas throughout North America has created the need for new planning techniques to coordinate across traditional municipal boundaries. A regional perspective is often needed understand the major issues and opportunities that our cities face, and to identify the best way forward. When successfully […]
2020 Year-in-review and 2021 Transportation Innovations and Opportunities Troy McLeod is a professional engineer and currently the Director of Roads for the City of Calgary. Troy began his career with the City of Calgary in 1995 after graduating from the University of Calgary as a Civil Engineer. Over the years, he has worked in several […]
December Year-End Gala Event: Together We Are Stronger Key Takeaways from 2020 for the workplace (panel discussion)2020 has taught us many things, personally and professionally. It especially brought us awareness on being cognizant about diversity and inclusiveness at workplace. We will have a panel discussion with some folks who are torch bearers leading the diversity and […]
Come learn about the new plan for twinning and freeway-ifying Highway 3 through Crowsnest Pass in southwestern Alberta! This planning study presented many design challenges: rugged terrain, rail tracks, major pipelines, abandoned mines, and a massive field of historic boulders. The recommended plan features roundabouts, wildlife underpasses, lots of cable barrier, and an interim divided […]
Data Driven Transit Service and Infrastructure Planning – Stantec Consulting Ltd. Tuesday September 8 – 12 PM to 1 PM Data is the new "water" or "gold" in a digital economy. In our years of practice using big data from smart phones, sensors, and Google APIs, we have come to appreciate the significant value it […]
