Alberta · Transit · updated October 12, 2026
Valley Line West LRT
A C$2.6B, 14 km LRT line, 68.7% built and on budget.
- Province
- Alberta
- Location
- Edmonton (downtown to Lewis Farms)
- Sector
- Transit
- Owner
- City of Edmonton
- EPC / contractors
- Marigold Infrastructure Partners (Colas, Parsons, Standard General, Stantec and others); LRVs from Hyundai Rotem (46)
- Status
- 68.7% complete at end of Q2 2026 (independent certifier); on budget
- Next milestone
- Construction complete 2028, then testing and commissioning
- Disclosed cost
- C$2.6B (City project budget) (source)
- Construction start
- 2021
- In service
- After 2028 (date not set)
- Other details
- 14 stops and 2 elevated stations; Lewis Farms storage facility; funding about 40% federal, 40% provincial, 20% City
Why it matters for contractors and suppliers
The remaining work is systems, stops, finishing and commissioning, through Marigold's subcontract chain.
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Sources
- City of Edmonton Q2 2026 dashboard
- City project page
- City of Edmonton 2026 mid-season LRT update
- Financial close bulletin
Supplier registration: owner supplier page · Alberta public tenders. How we research: editorial standards.
Frequently asked
What is the status of Valley Line West LRT?
As of October 12, 2026: 68.7% complete at end of Q2 2026 (independent certifier); on budget. Next: Construction complete 2028, then testing and commissioning.
Who is the contractor on Valley Line West LRT?
Marigold Infrastructure Partners (Colas, Parsons, Standard General, Stantec and others); LRVs from Hyundai Rotem (46). Owner: City of Edmonton.
How much does Valley Line West LRT cost?
C$2.6B (City project budget).
What is the timeline for Valley Line West LRT?
Construction start: 2021; in service: after 2028 (date not set).
How do suppliers register for Valley Line West LRT?
Through the owner's supplier page: https://www.edmonton.ca/business_economy/selling-to-the-city. Public-sector packages in Alberta are also posted on the provincial tender portal.