City of Calgary continues pathway improvement thanks, in part, to additional funding

The City of Calgary is pleased to acknowledge that work has been completed on two important sections of Calgary’s pathway network thanks in part to funding from the Trans Canada Trail (TCT) organization.

“Our pathway network is more than 1,300 kms and it plays an important part in the day-to-day lives of many Calgarians,” says Vlair Allan, Pathway & Trails Lead at The City of Calgary. “This funding has helped The City make several improvements to some well-used sections of pathway.”

The City’s pathway network supports and improves the quality of life of Calgarians and is a part of what makes Calgary a great city to live, work and play.

Two projects have benefitted from this additional funding of $60,000. The first, an upgrade along the Elbow Park River Pathway was completed earlier this year, and the second, along the Old Refinery Park Pathway was completed this fall. Details on these projects can be found below:

Elbow Park River Pathway

·       Widened section of pathway along Elbow River between Rideau Bridge and 29 Avenue S.W.

·       Asphalt replacement.

·       Regrading and landscaping to improve slope stability adjacent to Elbow River.

·       Drainage improvements made to Rideau Bridge connection to improve water slough safety.

·       TCT’s funding assisted The City in completion of work, improves comfort level for walking and wheeling users accessing pathway.

Old Refinery Park Pathway

·       Pathway within Old Refinery Park replaced, including re-paving of asphalt surface and connection to existing pathway network.

·       Connection provides users with closer access to river and pedestrians with an alternative to wheeling commuter route.

·       Provides a twinned connection for users in Old Refinery Park in alignment with City’s 5A Principles.

·       TCT’s funding provided opportunity to rehabilitate space and provide a safer pathway for users in Old Refinery Park and within the larger Bow River Pathway network.

About Trans Canada Trail

The Trans Canada Trail is the longest multi-use trail system in the world and it is always growing. It reaches every province and territory and connects all three of Canada’s coastlines. Each section of the Trans Canada Trail is managed locally and supports different activities and community needs. 

Trans Canada Trail is the organization that advocates for, stewards and champions Canada’s nationwide trail system. It is a registered charity that receives funding from the Government of Canada (through Parks Canada), various provincial and municipal governments, and generous donors. These projects were funded in part by a grant from Trans Canada Trail to enhance our local section of Canada’s national trail.