Crews celebrate one year working on $1.3B LRT expansion in Edmonton

Key takeaways:

• The Capital Line South LRT Extension is a $1.38 billion project that will enhance public transit by connecting key neighborhoods from Century Park to Heritage Valley North. It includes two new stations, two bridges, and an underpass, with completion expected in four to five years.
• The project is anticipated to generate over 3,500 jobs and more than $300 million in wages, with Alberta’s government contributing $365 million. This reflects its significance as both a transportation and economic stimulus initiative.
• The design-build contract for Phase 1 was awarded to Capital Line Design-Build Ltd. (Ledcor Group) with AECOM as the design partner. Construction began in early 2025, and the team emphasizes a commitment to safety, environmental protection, and community benefit.

The whole story:

The City of Edmonton is officially celebrating the first year of major construction on the 4.5 kilometre Capital Line South LRT Extension. 

“The expansion of the Capital Line South LRT marks an exciting milestone in Edmonton’s transit journey,” said Eleanor Olszewski, Minister, Emergency Management and Community Resilience, and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada. “This project will better connect neighbourhoods, bridge communities, and give Edmontonians faster, more reliable and more efficient ways to get around their city.”

Devin Dreeshen, Minister, Transportation and Economic Corridors, explained that the Capital Line South LRT Extension is a vital project that will give Edmontonians a safe and efficient way to get to work, school and around their city. Alberta’s government is investing $365 million to help make the project a reality.

Capital Line Design-Build Ltd., a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, with AECOM as its design partner, has been awarded the Design-Build contract for Phase 1 of the Capital Line South LRT Extension project. The high-floor LRT extension will run along the west side of 111 Street from Century Park station to the future Heritage Valley North station at the Heritage Valley Transit Centre and Park & Ride.

“Ledcor is thrilled to partner with the City of Edmonton, AECOM and our local contractors to construct this important transportation infrastructure that will serve our growing city for decades to come,” said Brad Mytko, SVP Infrastructure, Ledcor Group. “As members of the Edmonton community for over 75 years, we are proud to be part of this significant legacy project and are committed to prioritizing safety, protecting the environment and delivering the project successfully.”

Ledcor started major construction in early 2025. Construction is expected to take four to five years, followed by testing and commissioning. Phase 1 project highlights include:

• LRT underpass at 111 Street and 23 Avenue
• Two new bridges:
• Blackmud Creek LRT bridge
• Anthony Henday Drive LRT bridge

Two new stations:

• Twin Brooks station
• Heritage Valley North station (connects to the Heritage Valley Transit Centre and Park & Ride)

The total project budget is $1.38 billion. Albertans are expected benefit from Phase 1 with more than 3,500 jobs and more than $300 million in wages.