Regional Transportation

The movement of goods and people is vital to creating a livable, sustainable and resilient region. An integrated transportation network including roads, public transit, ports, trails, bike lanes, and sidewalks, enables cities to grow and thrive. However, population growth, land use, and travel habits are putting more pressure on the region’s transportation system. Transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the region, and road congestion harms both the economy and quality of life.  

Expanding roads is limited by the built environment, so the focus must shift away from single-occupancy vehicles and towards a more multi-modal and integrated system. The CRD’s geography and weather are ideal for walking, biking and transit. While the region has historically had high rates of transit and active transportation use compared to other Canadian cities, more will need to be done to support anticipated regional growth. The CRD continues to invest in improving access to sustainable transportation options. For more information on transportation emissions and electric vehicles visit Transportation Emissions | Capital Regional District.

The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) outlines the Regional Multi-modal Network and gives policy direction and actions. The existing plan was approved in 2014, and the CRD is now in the process of developing a new Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). The plan will set a new vision for the future of the region, reflecting residents’ needs and aspirations. 

2014 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) [PDF/14.3MB] 

The Regional Multi-modal Network includes all transportation corridors across the region. The network provides for connectivity across modes (walking, cycling, transit and driving) and describes the backbone of the region’s transportation system. The corridors within the network are prioritized based on expected demand for two or more transportation modes.  Through the new RTP, regional priorities will be established for the regional multi-modal network, to support long term regional growth and connectivity. 

Map of the Regional Multi-modal Network [PDF/1.1MB] 

Transportation Priorities