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The University of B.C. is willing to pay part of the costs of extending of the TransLink Millennium Line from Arbutus to the Point Grey campus so long as it doesn’t cut into the school’s academic funding.

The proposal was discussed and accepted by the university’s board of governors Thursday morning, and would see the university explore ways to cover the costs of the extension.

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Some of those include a cash injection directly from the university, a donation of land, partnering with developers to collect funding, or charging an add-fare similar the YVR-Canada Line extension.

“Extending rail rapid transit to UBC is a key component of a regional approach to transit improvement, and directly supports UBC’s strategic plan,” university president Santa Ono said a statement.

“Enhanced transit connectivity between UBC and the rest of the region will benefit individuals, businesses and organizations across Metro Vancouver.