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6th Street Bridge open, ribbon cutting ceremony taking place Friday

Nathan Maley
By Nathan Maley

The newest crossing over the Courtenay River is now open. 

The City of Courtenay said the 6th Street Active Transportation Bridge has opened ahead of schedule.  

To celebrate the opening, council, project partners and community guests will gather for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday. 

The ceremony is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at Simms Millennium Park. 

The bridge connects both sides of the river for people walking, cycling and rolling. 

Nathan Maley
Nathan Maley
Born and raised in Nanaimo, Nathan is passionate about sharing local stories with the communities where he grew up. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the court playing ball hockey, spending time with friends and family, or relaxing with a good movie.

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