UBC experts on mobility pricing
TransLink is expected to launch an independent mobility pricing commission today. UBC experts are available to comment on road pricing, traffic congestion and transit design.
UBC experts on transit plan
UBC professors are available to comment on the transit announcement expected tomorrow from the Federal and Provincial governments along with Metro Vancouver mayors.
Experts on trains and rail transportation
UBC researchers are available to talk about issues related to rail transportation including safety, logistics, and engineering.
Transit investments lead to healthier people
A new report spearheaded by UBC’s Lawrence Frank explores the relationship between transportation and health care.
UBC experts on Canada’s National Household Survey
UBC experts are available to comment on National Household Survey findings on labour, education and transportation, which Statistics Canada will release on Wednesday, June 26.
Rapid transit key to unlocking potential of UBC/Broadway corridor: study
The City of Vancouver and UBC today released a KPMG study that shows the employment and population of the UBC/Broadway corridor will grow by 150,000 in the next 30 years and a rail-based rapid transit system is needed to meet the corridor’s population growth and significant economic potential.
Break-even load factor needed for BC Ferries: UBC expert
The B.C. government is holding public consultations about future service and costs for BC Ferries. UBC’s Sauder School of Business transportation expert David Gillen is available to comment.
Experts recommend high quality, zero-emissions public transportation system
Aggressive investments in B.C.’s transportation system will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lead to healthier and safer communities, says a new study by Patrick Condon, UBC chair in Landscape and Livable Environments, and an economist from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.
UBC hosts industry experts, policy makers on key forces shaping Asia-Pacific Gateway
Industry experts and key decision and policy makers will explore catalysts that will improve Canada’s Asia-Pacific gateway and other transport corridors at an international conference hosted by UBC’s Sauder School of Business.
The cultural legacy of the 2010 Winter Olympics
Sport wasn’t the only winning act of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Music, art, performances and programs riveted hundreds of thousands of onlookers who gathered in official venues and on city streets to enjoy Olympic-inspired culture.