Province, HRM to review traffic issues on Halifax Peninsula

A review of congested streets on the Halifax Peninsula.

The province and the HRM look at core streets and access points to help improve traffic flow.

They’re working with consultant company CIMA Canada on the review.

Public Works minister Fred Tilley says the system is facing real challenges.

“No single project will solve all of our challenges. We need a mix of solutions, and we need to work together,” said Tilley.

He adds the review will look at things like directional flow, changes to right-of-way on streets and certain modes of travel.

“The Peninsula Core Street Review will assess key routes and access points to help us improve travel efficiency on existing roads.”

Mayor Andy Fillmore says Halifax is growing fast, and the congestion is unprecedented.

The review is expected to take one year and cost $473,000.

It will also include modelling work using the activity-based travel demand model owned by Link Nova Scotia and the municipality.

The tool simulates how, when and where people travel.