Construction Officially Kicks Off For 6th Street Bridge

The City of Courtenay says improvements to accessibility and connectivity have taken a big step forward with work officially underway on the start of construction of the 6th Street Active Transportation Bridge.

The contractor has set up work areas, materials and equipment in the area, and work is underway.

Mayor Bob Wells says the project will be a valuable addition to the community - improving accessibility for everyone, encouraging walking, cycling and other people-powered transportation, supporting economic growth and connecting services and routes on the east and west sides of the river.

“Every new link in our active transportation network makes Courtenay more connected for all, and this bridge represents a major leap toward that goal.”

The 6th Street Bridge project is supported by grant funding, including: $2.5 million from the Active Transportation Fund, $2.555 million from the Growing Communities Fund and $500,000 from the Canada Community-Building Fund.

Construction begins with the removal of trees in Simms Park and the installation of micropiles - small, strong foundation supports - near the end of 6th Street.

Parking in Simms Park will be closed for the duration of the project, but vehicles will still have access to the underpass under the 5th Street Bridge.

To learn more about the project, visit City of Courtenay.