Sitka Media presents: UnSpun with Jody Vance & George Affleck — Ep. 346
Episode 345 of UnSpun is now live!
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A new report finds that every dollar invested in public transit generates nearly twice its value in GDP, supporting jobs, wages and broader economic growth across Canada.
With major transit agencies facing billions in unfunded infrastructure needs, the report calls for sustained federal investment to maintain and improve public transit systems.👇
Report shows investment in public transit leads to 'long-term economic prosperity'
According to the report, every dollar invested in transit infrastructure "generates nearly twice its value in GDP."
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