Federal Cash Boosts Tunnel Plans | Vancouver News

The federal government is pouring in up to three billion dollars to finally tackle the long-delayed George Massey Tunnel replacement—a massive eight-lane underwater tunnel connecting Delta and Richmond meant to slash Lower Mainland traffic. While mayors celebrate the funding, uncertainty lingers: the original design team was axed, timelines are fuzzy, and some fear the bill could balloon to nine billion. Transit advocates question why billions aren’t redirected to public transit, warning traffic woes might just relocate. With construction set for 2030 and environmental risks looming, the project’s future hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24719316f8f7fb01