In a recent article in the magazine “Economist” dated September 23rd 2006, the provinces of Alberta and its neighbor British Columbia were described as having populations with the highest average level of education in the world. Without question, a highly-educated population creates an enormous opportunity for business growth. At the same time Alberta is suffering from an extreme shortage of labor to fill the needs of the booming economy. In order to maintain long-term economic success, Alberta must maximize the productivity of its workers. The chart below illustrates how a high-speed passenger rail service can save millions of hours each year, time that translates to increased productivity, prosperity and quality of life.
