MP Sahota Announces More Money for Low-Emission Transit Investments in Brampton
Ms. Ruby Sahota, the Member of Parliament for Brampton North, recognizes that Canadians are feeling the impacts of climate change and air pollution.
By investing in initiatives that cut pollution and design efficient local infrastructure, we are building strong, healthy communities for everyone to call home.
Today in Brampton, MP Sahota announced, on behalf of The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources and Taneen Rudyk, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, a $253,000 investment through FCM’s Green Municipal Fund (GMF) to support the transition to low-emission transit.
“Since my election in 2015, I have seen firsthand the important role CUTRIC has played in our transition to low-emission transit,” said MP Sahota.
“This funding is just one of many, in partnership with CUTRIC, that the City of Brampton is receiving as we electrify our future, reduce pollution, and invest in clean transportation infrastructure – bringing us one step closer to net-zero emissions.”
The Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) receives $175,000 to support the City of Brampton’s strategic efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and to meet future ridership demand for public transit.
The focus of the study is to assess the feasibility of using zero tailpipe-emission buses (ZEBs) on Brampton Transit’s route network. CUTRIC receives an additional $78,000 to support the City of Burlington’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. Both studies will be carried out using CUTRIC's internally developed predictive modelling tool, RoutΣ.i™. This tool incorporates operational conditions such as route maps, transit schedules, weather, and passenger-loading to determine the feasibility and benefits of adopting ZEBs or FCEBs based on existing technology.
The Green Municipal Fund, administered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, is funded through an endowment by the Government of Canada. GMF helps local governments switch to sustainable practices faster. Its unique mix of funding, resources and training gives municipalities the tools they need to build resiliency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Quotes: “Today’s announcement of funding for clean transportation in Brampton and Burlington, Ontario, is a key step toward our government’s priority to support Canadians in reducing pollution, enhancing our communities and furthering our innovation in clean technologies. The Government of Canada is very pleased to support CUTRIC’s leadership in this area. I would like to congratulate them for their leadership.” The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources
“It’s critically important to have everyone in the climate fight. Municipalities across Canada are doing their part with innovative solutions that create jobs and climate resilience. Green infrastructure investments in Canadian communities will make our air cleaner, our economy stronger, and set us on the path to a net-zero future.” The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
“Humans today mostly live in cities. Cities should lead the way in addressing climate change and planning for our future in a climate changed world. CUTRIC is proud to work with cities like Brampton and Burlington. These cities are burgeoning hubs of innovative thinking around climate action. The time is now to transform the country’s infrastructure and low-carbon mobility landscape.” Josipa Petrunić, President & C.E.O., CUTRIC