Doug Ford's Highway 401 Tunnel Plan Faces Scrutiny Over High Costs and Feasibility

Experts warn that the proposed tunnel under Highway 401 could cost tens of billions and may not effectively alleviate congestion.

Premier Doug Ford announced a feasibility study for a 50-kilometre tunnel under Highway 401 but insists on proceeding regardless of its findings.
Experts estimate the project could cost over $50 billion, citing similar infrastructure costs in other cities.
Critics argue that building more roads does not solve congestion and advocate for investment in public transit instead.
The plan has sparked speculation about an early election, as Ford frames opposition to the project as typical resistance to progress.
Concerns are raised about the government's track record with infrastructure projects, highlighting significant budget overruns in previous initiatives.