Project Proposal: Addressing Alberta's Housing Crisis Through the "Connecting Communities" Initiative

The "Connecting Communities" initiative by Alberta Regional Rail (ARR) and Integrated Travel & Rail Development (ITRD) presents a unique opportunity to tackle Alberta's housing crisis. This project aims to assess and enhance the socio-economic impact of rail network expansion, focusing on community revitalization, housing affordability, and sustainable development along the Calgary-Edmonton corridor. Objective: To explore how the expansion of regional rail services can contribute to resolving Alberta's housing crisis, particularly in underserved areas, and how it can foster balanced regional development.