A new pathway designed to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety between two schools has completed its first phase.
The City of Courtenay marked the milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Lake Trail Multi-Use Path.
Mayor Bob Wells said residents have long wanted safer ways to walk or bike between Arden Elementary and Lake Trail Community School, and he’s glad to see the project moving ahead.
“This pathway makes the route safer and supports healthier, more sustainable ways to get around.”
The gravel path runs along Lake Trail Road between the two schools and features upgraded bike lanes, drainage improvements and an enhanced bus stop.
The project was funded through the B.C. government’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program, with additional support from the Comox Valley Regional District’s Electoral Area C.
Construction of the first phase began in September and took two months to complete. The second phase is pending environmental permit approvals and will extend the pathway from Arden Road to Arden Elementary.
