‘We can’t be looking like a Third World country’ | Harman Bhangu on BC’s infrastructure

BC Conservative MLA Harman Bhangu joins the show to discuss the ongoing delays and cost concerns surrounding the George Massey Tunnel replacement. The conversation looks at the decision to move away from the earlier bridge proposal, the loss of potential SkyTrain integration, growing traffic pressure, impacts on farmers and businesses, and concerns that the current tunnel project may end up over budget, delayed, and outdated before it is even complete.The discussion also turns to broader transportation issues across British Columbia, including poor highway markings, safety concerns in rainy and snowy conditions, and the long-term cost of logistics delays. Bains argues that infrastructure failures do not just frustrate drivers, they increase the cost of goods and hurt the province’s economy.The segment then expands into BC politics, Conservative Party unity, Alberta’s recent energy and investment wins, BC’s missed economic opportunities, the tanker ban, pipelines, and the ongoing debate around the BC condo bailout. Throughout the interview, Bains frames the NDP government as the central problem and argues that British Columbia needs a more serious focus on transportation, investment, energy, and affordability.