Ontario Construction News staff writer
The City of Edmonton officially broke ground last week on Phase 1 of the Capital Line South LRT Extension, a 4.5-kilometre expansion, celebrating the first year of major construction on a project that promises to enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, and boost economic growth in the region.
Ledcor, along with design partner AECOM and a network of local contractors, is leading the Design-Build phase of the project. Construction began earlier in 2025 and is expected to take four to five years, followed by testing and commissioning.
“We’re proud to be part of this significant legacy project,” said Brad Mytko, Senior Vice President of Infrastructure for Ledcor Group. “Our focus is on delivering this project safely, sustainably, and successfully for the people of Edmonton.”
The extension is also a significant job generator, creating more than 3,500 jobs and delivering over $300 million in wages—a major boost to Alberta’s labour market and economy.
“The Capital Line South LRT marks an exciting milestone in Edmonton’s transit journey,” said the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience. “This project will better connect neighbourhoods, bridge communities, and give Edmontonians faster, more reliable and more efficient ways to get around their city.”
The $1.38 billion project is jointly funded by the City of Edmonton, the Government of Alberta, and the Government of Canada. Alberta has committed $365 million to the effort, highlighting the province’s commitment to advancing safe, sustainable transportation infrastructure.
The extension will run along the west side of 111 Street from Century Park station to the future Heritage Valley North station, directly connecting with the Heritage Valley Transit Centre and Park & Ride. The project also includes construction of two new bridges—over Blackmud Creek and Anthony Henday Drive—and the addition of two modern stations: Twin Brooks and Heritage Valley North.
“Great cities are defined by great public transportation systems,” said Deputy Mayor Janz. “As transit ridership reaches historic levels, it is crucial that we build a city that is smooth to move. The Capital Line South will move Edmontonians of all ages, wages, and stages of life.”
A new Llew Lawrence Operations and Maintenance Facility, south of Anthony Henday Drive, will support the system’s future operations and house new Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs).
As construction accelerates, the Capital Line South LRT Extension stands as a shining example of what can be achieved when governments, industry, and communities work together to shape the future.
Project at a Glance:
- Length: 4.5 km
- Stations: Twin Brooks, Heritage Valley North
- Bridges: Blackmud Creek, Anthony Henday Drive
- Facility: Llew Lawrence Operations and Maintenance Facility
- Budget: $1.38 billion
- Jobs Created: 3,500+
Expected Completion: 2029–2030 (including testing and commissioning)
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