***   THIS PETITION IS FOR EVERYONE WHO LIVES ON  or  PASSES THROUGH or  COMES TO VISIT THE NORTH SHORE.  ***

Living on the North Shore of Vancouver, traffic congestion has become an unavoidable daily hurdle. 

Even those passing through the North Shore, heading in either direction on the No. 1 highway, are also often impacted.

As a resident, it deeply troubles me to watch our community struggle due to outdated transportation infrastructure that fails to meet current and future demand. The simple need to get from point A to point B is turning into a monumental task.

We are calling for immediate action from the Municipal, Provincial & Federal governments (including the Ministry of Transport) to assess and address these pressing transportation infrastructural needs. It's time for our elected officials to prioritize the efficiency and safety of our transportation systems.

The North Shore is undergoing significant growth with new housing developments being proposed and approved. However, our current roadway infrastructures fail to accommodate the increasing traffic volumes. It often takes just a single accident or minor disruption to halt traffic to a standstill. This gridlock is not merely an inconvenience; it's a potential hazard, particularly in emergencies when response times are critical. 

Adding a third crossing from the North Shore to Vancouver is not just a desire—it's a necessity. Whether that’s doubling up with a new bridge to replace the current Iron Workers bridge…..we must prevent a situation where emergency services are delayed due to our clogged roadways. Comprehensive re-evaluation of our existing infrastructure in light of future forecasts is imperative.

Traffic congestion has far-reaching effects, including increased pollution, stress levels, and decreased productivity. According to Transport Canada, traffic congestion costs the economy billions annually, with indirect impacts on the environment. Streamlining our traffic not only benefits individuals but boosts the overall economy and quality of life for the community.

Join me, fellow residents & everyone who passes through, in demanding a thorough reevaluation of the North Shore's transportation infrastructures. Let's push for transportation infrastructural changes that reflect the community's growth and ensure safe, smooth, and reliable commute options for all.

Please sign this petition to make a difference!  This isn’t just a problem for the residence of the North Shore. It effects everyone  

Also, write to our government officials: 

Bowinn.Ma.mla@leg.bc.ca
Susie.Chant.MLA@leg.bc.ca
Lynne.block.mla@leg.bc.ca

jonathan.wilkinson@parl.gc.ca
terry.beech@parl.gc.ca
Patrick.weiler@parl.bc.ca

mayor@cnv.org
Mayor@dnv.org
Mark@westvancouver.ca