The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomes this important step toward exploring high-speed rail connecting Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary.  
 
Better connections between Alberta’s major economic centers can mean a bigger labour market, easier access to customers and suppliers, stronger investment attractions and greater productivity across the province. As Alberta grows, the infrastructure connecting our communities needs to grow with it. The Edmonton-Calgary corridor is one of Canada’s most important economic regions.  
 
Exploring high-speed rail is an opportunity to strengthen that corridor, unlock new investment and give businesses greater access to the people and markets they need to grow. We commend the Governments of Canada and Alberta for working together to advance this opportunity and look forward to ensuring the business community has a strong voice as the economic case is developed.