Vancouver Island drivers are fed up. Our highways are clogged, expensive to maintain, and only getting worse as population and tourism grow. Instead of endlessly widening roads, why aren’t we investing in a smarter solution — high-speed rail?
Restoring rail would open real opportunities for intercity commuting, cutting commute times and giving drivers a break from traffic. It would slash highway maintenance costs, reduce emissions, and make the Island more attractive to tourists and investors alike.
This is not just about nostalgia — it’s about common sense. Rail is cleaner, cheaper, and better for everyone. Islanders deserve a modern transportation system that works for the future, not more of the same broken highway band-aids.
P. Alexander
Parksville
