Regional Transportation Planning

Project Type
Initiative
Project Status
Current
Project Category
Getting Around
Project Area
Central Saanich, Colwood, Esquimalt, Highlands, Juan de Fuca, Langford, Metchosin, North Saanich, Oak Bay, Saanich, Salt Spring Island, Sidney, Sooke, Southern Gulf Islands, Victoria, View Royal

Regional Transportation Service

The Capital Regional District (CRD) is working on creating a Regional Transportation Service (RTS) to help achieve three key objectives: increase walking, cycling and transit use; reduce carbon pollution; and tackle congestion.

The CRD’s current transportation functions include planning, policy support, data analysis, and the managing regional trails. These tasks are done in collaboration with local governments, the Province and partner agencies. A new transportation service would bring together and expand these functions, while also allow for the development of new programs and functions. It would improve decision-making, help deliver regional projects, and help create consistent transportation across the region.

The first priority of the new service will be to develop a new Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).  The plan will set a bold new vision for the future of the region, reflecting residents’ needs and aspirations. It will also establish a clear path for how the service will grow over time to support the region and our residents.

On March 12, 2025, the CRD Board voted to proceed with an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) to establish the RTS.

Information Session

The Capital Regional District (CRD) is pleased to share an online information session about the proposed Regional Transportation Service (RTS) and the related Alternative Approval Process (AAP). This session provides an opportunity to learn about the CRD’s role in transportation and the proposed bylaw and service. 

Download a copy of the slides here: RTS Information Session Slides [PDF/3.8MB]

For more information and to find elector response forms for the Regional Transportation Service AAP visit: Alternative Approval Process 

Transportation Planning

Transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the region, and road congestion harms both the economy and quality of life. Since transportation in the region involves multiple municipalities, solving the challenge of a growing and changing population requires a coordinated approach.

Population growth, land use, and travel habits are putting more pressure on the transportation system. Expanding roads is limited by the built environment, so the focus must shift away from single-occupancy vehicles. The CRD’s geography and weather are ideal for walking, biking and transit. While the region has historically had high rates of transit and active transportation use compared to other Canadian cities, these numbers have stalled. The CRD continues to invest in improving access to sustainable transportation options.

The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) outlines the Regional Multi-modal Network and gives policy direction and actions. In 2021, the CRD Board approved 12 regional transportation priorities. 

CRD staff, in collaboration with local governments and partner agencies, have provided recommendations to the CRD Transportation Committee and CRD Board on how to achieve these priorities. The CRD Board has asked staff to speed up the process of evaluating governance changes.

Additional Resources

Regional Transportation Service

Transportation Priorities

Data

Partner Services

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Territorial Acknowledgement

The CRD conducts its business within the Territories of many First Nations, all of whom have a long-standing relationship with the land and waters from time immemorial that continues to this day. Statement of Reconciliation