Downtown Edmonton business owners say transit lane plan bad for accessibility

Downtown Edmonton business owners say transit lane plan bad for accessibility

March 17, 2025 6:13 pm MST.

Businesses on 101st street in Edmonton's downtown are calling out a city plan to remove a street parking in favour of a dedicated transit lane, saying it will make it harder for people to get to their stores.

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