The Missing Middle with Mike Moffatt and Cara Stern

Reece Martin: Canadians Pay Way Too Much to Build Transit

February 28, 2024 Cara Stern, Mike Moffatt, and Meredith Martin Season 1 Episode 27
Reece Martin: Canadians Pay Way Too Much to Build Transit
The Missing Middle with Mike Moffatt and Cara Stern
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The Missing Middle with Mike Moffatt and Cara Stern
Reece Martin: Canadians Pay Way Too Much to Build Transit
Feb 28, 2024 Season 1 Episode 27
Cara Stern, Mike Moffatt, and Meredith Martin

Smart Prosperity Institute economist Mike Moffatt and journalist Cara Stern talk to transit expert Reece Martin about the challenges and issues surrounding transit development in Canada. He highlights the decline in the ability to deliver transit projects effectively, the high costs of building subways in Toronto and the impact of NIMBYism on transit development are also discussed. Reece emphasizes the need for transparency, accountability, and integration between transit and land use. He expresses optimism for the future of transit in Canada and the potential for building high-speed rail. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the importance of improving transit project delivery and creating a more efficient and affordable transit system in Canada.


Smart Prosperity Institute:
https://institute.smartprosperity.ca/

Reece Martin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf4iKXL_SJQ5d0qsKkboRRQ



Hosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern

Produced by Meredith Martin

This podcast is funded by the Neptis Foundation and brought to you by the Smart Prosperity Institute.

Show Notes

Smart Prosperity Institute economist Mike Moffatt and journalist Cara Stern talk to transit expert Reece Martin about the challenges and issues surrounding transit development in Canada. He highlights the decline in the ability to deliver transit projects effectively, the high costs of building subways in Toronto and the impact of NIMBYism on transit development are also discussed. Reece emphasizes the need for transparency, accountability, and integration between transit and land use. He expresses optimism for the future of transit in Canada and the potential for building high-speed rail. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the importance of improving transit project delivery and creating a more efficient and affordable transit system in Canada.


Smart Prosperity Institute:
https://institute.smartprosperity.ca/

Reece Martin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf4iKXL_SJQ5d0qsKkboRRQ



Hosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern

Produced by Meredith Martin

This podcast is funded by the Neptis Foundation and brought to you by the Smart Prosperity Institute.