The stretch of freeway, named Tsuut'ina Trail, travels through the namesake First Nation between Fish Creek Boulevard and Sarcee Trail. The Tsuut'ina have invested heavily to take advantage of the road, building out new developments, including a Costco that anchors a major commercial project known as Tazza. "I woke up this morning to see my mother crying when she heard the news that this road was going to be opening." When asked about what Dodginghorse had to say, a visibly upset Whitney said almost 80 per cent of the nation voted in favour of the deal. McIver said it's expected the rest of the southwest ring road will open next year.

Source: CBC News October 01, 2020 20:20 UTC