Whitby Rail Maintenance Facility (WRMF) Project  

ability to service and maintain an increasing number of trains so that we could provide 15-minute service to our customers,” says Bisson- auth. “While this facility was an absolute requirement of our increased service, it also provided employment oppor- tunities for the local community of upwards of 1,500 construc- tion jobs and approximately 400 full time jobs at the facility itself.” The company selected for the Whitby Rail Maintenance Facility will provide design and construction elements to pursue LEED® Gold or greater designation by incorporat- ing sustainable practices in its design and construction plans. Steven Del Duca, Minister of Transportation, says the proj- ect is “proof of our govern- ment's commitment to making the daily commute and quality JANUARY 2019 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA 7