We must stop it -- it's not a done deal!

Although preparatory work has begun on some sections of the SFPR, no build contract is in place. A request for proposals was issued by the Ministry of Transportation in April 2009. We can still stop this nonsense!

Pilgrims and activists aim to raise awareness about Burns Bog, a large, carbon-sequestering peat bog under threat from the SFPR freeway, as well as many homes and agricultural land. For the full list of events see www.gatewaysucks.org/earth-action-week-april-1826

“Our neighbours are being forced out of their homes, and ecosystems are being bulldozed,” says Delta resident Ernie Baatz. “Schools and programs are being cut across the province to pay for this climate changing freeway. We have to stand up to this appalling waste.”

Activists unfurled a banner and also planted trees at the site today, to highlight the area's potential as a riverfront park, not a riverfront freeway.

Today's action is part of a week of events dubbed “Earth Action Week” by GatewaySucks.org and the Council of Canadians (Delta/Richmond chapter).