Backgrounder: Canada invests in active transportation projects across British Columbia

City of Cranbrook

Active Transportation Masterplan

The City of Cranbrook will develop an active transportation plan, including a review of previous studies, existing conditions, land use, engagement with community stakeholders, issues and opportunities identification, active travel network project identification and prioritization, and infrastructure project recommendations.

$49,912

City of Kamloops; City of Kelowna;
City of Nanaimo;
City of Richmond; City of Vancouver;
City of Victoria

National Survey of School Travel – Establishing a travel mode baseline for Canadian communities. Provincial Pilot, British Columbia

Green Communities Canada will research, develop, and conduct a school travel survey, which will enable the provincial government, local municipalities, and regional transit agencies to plan effective active transportation infrastructure improvements and measure the future return on investments.

$50,000

City of Kimberley

Kimberley Paved Pathway Network Extension, Province of BC

The Kimberley Trail Society will study the feasibility and cost of developing 3 km of new pathway to connect the current terminus of the Rails to Trails pathway at Rotary Drive through to the core of Kimberley.  

$50,000

City of Nelson

Active Transportation: First Nations Youth Engagement and Outreach

GoByBike BC Society will undertake a pilot project with First Nation communities in rural BC to educate communities about the benefits of active transportation and build capacity around bike maintenance and safety.

$50,000

City of Nelson

Replacing lost trails with new cross country ski trail infrastructure for Nelson Nordic Ski Club

The Nelson Nordic Ski Club will prepare a plan for new trail development to provide healthy, family-oriented, community-responsive cross-country ski facilities, trails, and programs that can be enjoyed by skiers of all ages and abilities. The study will include planning for the grooming of the Great Northern Rail Trail south to Hall Creek to create a transportation corridor towards the small community of Ymir.

$43,550

City of Prince Rupert

Active Transportation Plan Component of Master Transportation Plan

The City of Prince Rupert will develop an active transportation plan that will include research, a review of best practices, public engagement, the development of recommendations, as well as implementation strategies for active travel in the community.

$9,000

City of Quesnel

Updated and Expanded Active Transportation Plan

The City of Quesnel will update strategies and network plans to improve options for active transportation within the City, including preparing a project list, identifying potential phasing opportunities, and developing cost estimates.

$50,000

City of Rossland

Connecting Rossland to Warfield, BC - Green Link Phase 2 Planning and Design

The City of Rossland will prepare tender-ready design drawings and cost estimates to construct Phase 2 of the South Kootenay Green Link Trail from Rossland to Warfield. The project design will incorporate benches to rest and enjoy nature and will also consider the inclusion of interpretative heritage displays.

$50,000

City of Vancouver

Feasibility Study for Skeena - Cassiar Greenway in Vancouver BC

The City of Vancouver will produce a feasibility study for a 3.5 km walking and cycling greenway connecting the Second Narrows Bridge with the Central Valley Greenway and linking parks, neighbourhoods, and low-income housing developments.

$50,000

City of Vancouver

Benchmarking Metro Vancouver's Cycle Route Network

HUB Cycling will collaborate with TransLink and academics to complete a benchmarking analysis of the Metro Vancouver bicycle network, including reviewing linkages with provincial health surveys, census data, ridership data, and collision and injury data.

$49,223

Town of Old Massett

East Beach Trail

Old Masset Village Council will create a plan to improve the East Beach Trail on Haida Gwaii by offering enhanced accessibility to people of all ages and abilities. The plan will include research, mapping, cost analysis, and community engagement with Old Massett residents and Council, other Haidas, and key stakeholders.

$50,000

Town of Prespatou

Multi-Use Trail Extension Planning, Prespatou, BC

The Prespatou Planning Committee Society will undertake planning, engagement, and detailed design for a second phase of the Prespatou Community Trail, which will extend the trail by 700 m north, connecting it to a seniors' complex, and further south to the community restaurant.

$48,800

District of Chetwynd

Saulteau First Nations Trails Network Plan for Moberly Lake, British Columbia

Saulteau First Nations will develop a trails strategy for the Saulteau First Nation’s reserve, East Moberly Lake IR No. 169, that will prioritize the development of safe trail connections between key destinations on the reserve, including health facilities, school and daycare centres, commercial sites, culturally significant areas, and administrative buildings. The plan will also include policies to encourage the community to use the active transportation network and incorporate Saulteau culture into the trail network.

$50,000

District of Hope

Integrated Transportation Master Plan

The District of Hope will develop an Integrated Transportation Master Plan to address current transportation challenges and establish priorities for future construction.

$50,000

District of Invermere

Connecting Radium to Invermere, creation of an active transportation trail connecting the Columbia Valley

The Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance will engage the community and key stakeholders to set the foundation for the extension of the Markin MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail 20 km north from Invermere to Radium.

$50,000

District of Mackenzie

Active Transportation Master Plan,

The District of Mackenzie will prepare an active transportation master plan, which will include an assessment of Mackenzie’s current active transportation network, the identification of barriers and accessibility issues and the exploration of options to increase active transportation.

$50,000

District of Maple Ridge

Experience the Fraser Multi Use Pathway

The City of Maple Ridge will consult with the community and engage stakeholders to assess and design a multi-use pathway on the "Experience the Fraser" trail route to connect the City of Maple Ridge's historic Port Haney Wharf area to Metro Vancouver's Kanaka Creek Regional Park, along the north side of the Fraser River.

$50,000

District of Sicamous

Sicamous Narrows AT Crossing Feasibility Study

The District of Sicamous will develop a plan for an active transportation bridge crossing the Sicamous Narrows. This project will determine the civil and structural engineering feasibility of the active transportation bridge and identify constraints, environmental permitting processes, and implementation considerations.

$50,000

District of Vanderhoof

District of Vanderhoof

The District of Vanderhoof will develop a new active transportation plan to guide the effective expansion of walking and cycling networks that will improve walkability within Vanderhoof, increase options to engage in active transportation, and encourage active lifestyles.

$50,000

First Nations of Hartley Bay

Hartley Bay Recreation Trails

Gitga'at First Nation will prepare a plan to create multi-use trails to increase active transportation near Hartley Bay and enhance the health and well-being of residents.

$50,000

Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

Highway 35 Multi-use Pathway

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako will design an accessible, active transportation route connecting the Village of Burns Lake and the community at Tchesinkut Lake. The 12 km pathway will follow Highway 35, providing commuters with a safe alternative to motor vehicle transportation along this heavily trafficked route.

$50,000

Regional District of Central Kootenay

Castlegar - Nelson Active Transportation Corridor Vision, BC

The Regional District of Central Kootenay will develop a plan for a year-round, inclusive, accessible, and protected pathway linking Castlegar and Nelson for safe commuting and recreation.

$50,000

Regional District of North Okanagan

East Vernon Road Pathway

The Regional District of North Okanagan will plan and design a pathway along East Vernon Road (Pottery Road to Silver Star Road) to connect points of interest in the community, such as BX Ranchlands, Black Rock Park, and BX Cidery.

$50,000

Regional Municipality of Northern Rockies

Northern Rockies Parks and Trails Active Mobility Project

Northern Rockies Regional Municipality will undertake site surveys, public engagement, and Indigenous engagement to prepare concept plans and identify accessible pathways around Art Fraser Community Park and Andy Bailey Regional Park.

$50,000

Town of Smithers; Village of Telkwa

Planning for Phase 2 Multi-Use Trail connecting the Village of Telkwa and theTown of Smithers

Cycle 16 Trail Society will prepare detailed designs for a 4 km section of separated, multi-use pathway along Highway 16, the region’s main east-west transportation corridor.

$50,000

Village of Fraser Lake

Fraser Lake Active Transportation Community Plan

The Village of Fraser Lake will develop a detailed active transportation plan that will identify updates for the current networks and assist in the planning of future active transportation projects.

$50,000

Village of Nakusp

Village of Nakusp Active Transportation Plan

The Nakusp and Area Bike Society will develop an active transportation plan, including background review and data assessment, development of options and feasibility study, as well as community engagement.

$50,000

Total:

$1,300,485