Monday, March 3, 2008

Case Studies - Urban Transportation Showcase Program

The Urban Transportation Showcase Program's Information Network has recently released the following four new case studies that highlight transportation strategies and policies that allow for more sustainable methods of travel:

HOV Lanes in Canada: This issue paper summarizes the successes and challenges of HOV facility development in Canada and their utility as transportation demand management tools.
http://www.tc.gc.ca/programs/environment/utsp/hovlanescanada.htm

Amenities and Programs that Encourage Active Transportation in All Seasons: This issue paper provides information on general measures that can be taken to encourage all season active transportation, and also looks at a selection of successful initiatives.
http://www.tc.gc.ca/Programs/Environment/utsp/allseasontransportation.htm

Tax Mechanisms to Promote Sustainable Transportation: This paper examines tax mechanisms that can be used by municipalities to help promote and fund sustainable transportation initiatives.
http://www.tc.gc.ca/Programs/Environment/utsp/taxmechanisms.htm

Telework in Canada: This case study provides an overview of telework issues, initiatives and resources of interest to Canadians.
http://www.tc.gc.ca/Programs/Environment/utsp/teleworkcanada.htm

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