The western extension could be the most technically delicate part of the $4.6\u002Dbillion, three\u002Ddirection Stage 2 project
It means west-end transit commuters might not get better access to the Confederation Line until 2026.
“The project is on the original timeline in the east for handover in May 2024 but there are significant schedule pressures on the western segment of up to a year. Potential impacts from labour strikes, supply issues and other events in 2022 are still under review.”Article content The western extension could be the most technically delicate part of the $4.6-billion, three-direction Stage 2 project.
When it comes to labour challenges, many construction workers in the city, including crane operators and road builders, were on strike earlier this year while they settled contract disputes. Morgan’s update to council on Friday said the Trillium Line is on track to be finished in summer 2023, but he noted the same construction variables as the Confederation Line, including labour and supply issues, that could impact the schedule.Article content
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