Road work improves access to north BC intermodal terminal

PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. — Upgrades to a key road feeding the CN Intermodal Facility in Prince George, B.C. has been completed.

River Road was upgraded and widened as part of a federally funded infrastructure project. The government of Canada committed up to $3.5 million to the project.

The project was described by Richard M. Harris, Member of Parliament for Cariboo-Prince George, as a measure to increase trade between North America and the Asia-Pacific region.

"The CN rail line runs from Edmonton to the Port of Prince Rupert. It is a key part of the transportation system that brings goods to and from Asia-Pacific countries and Canada," he said. "The completion of River Road will ensure Canadian businesses have competitive access to overseas markets through an efficient, reliable and thriving Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor."

Prince George Mayor Dan Rogers said the project will deliver numerous benefits to the city, including strengthening the road network that serves many businesses that are poised to grow as a result of stronger relations with trading partners in Asia.

The project included the addition of two left-turn lanes to facilitate access to the CN intermodal terminal on River Road.

River Road is part of the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor, a network of transportation infrastructure including British Columbia’s Lower Mainland and Prince Rupert ports.