As living costs rise, good public transit can help. So why is Alberta putting the brakes on a key light-rail project? Ximena González reports. Ximena is a freelance writer and editor based in Calgary. Published Jan. 20, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/01/20/As-Living-Costs-Rise-Good-Public-Transit-Can-Help/

As Living Costs Rise, Good Public Transit Can Help

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