Active transportation is embedded into the Transportation Master Plan as we work to make walking and cycling easier, safer and more enjoyable in Colwood.
Trail networks proposed in the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
The Parks & Recreation Master Plan recommends a network of interconnected trails throughout Colwood. Several trail routes are envisioned, including a Community Waterfront Route, a Royal Beach to Mountain Route, a Latoria Mountain to Beach Route, and others. Read more at www.colwood.ca/ParksPlanning.
Galloping Goose bridge over Sooke Road
Colwood’s new pedestrian and cycling bridge creats a seamless regional trail connection through the City, thanks to a grant from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. Read more about the Galloping Goose Bridge.
Sidewalk projects
The priority active transportation list includes sections of the following routes as the first phase in a 10-year program:
- Metchosin Road route to Dunsmuir Middle School
- Painter Road route to Dunsmuir Middle School
- Benhomer Road route to Dunsmuir Middle School
- Owens Road route between Wishart Elementary School and Dunsmuir Middle School
- Hagel Road at David Cameron Elementary
- Kelly Road route to Colwood Elementary School
- Lagoon Road route to Sangster School
- Metchosin Road route to Sangster Elementary School
- Metchosin Road South cycling improvements
- Metchosin Road North cycling improvements
Steps to enhance safety and maintain neighbourhood charm throughout Colwood
Neighbourhood and community safety, comfort, and quality is always a priority of the City. While new sidewalks are being built, the City will also pilot a variety of traffic calming measures on roadways in several locations in an effort to reduce vehicle speeds and increase the comfort and safety of our streets.
Part of the charm of Colwood is that we have a wide range of neighbourhoods that were all built in different times with different priorities. While newer streets may have sidewalks, bike lanes, lighting, and the deep utilities of storm, water, and sewer, many established neighbourhoods are rich in mature trees, landscaping and the charm of a bygone era. Care will need to be taken to create improvements while preserving the special nature of these well-loved streets and neighbourhoods.
Stay informed about Council decisions
Watch for more details about each project to come forward over the coming year. Meeting agendas and videos are available at www.colwood.ca/Meetings. Subscribe for meeting and news updates by email at www.Colwood.ca/Subscribe.