Residents will soon have increased access by active transportation to Saint John's waterfront, shopping district and tourist destinations via an extension to the Harbour Passage Trail thanks to a combined investment of nearly $1.5 million from the federal government and the City of Saint John.
Announced by Member of Parliament Wayne Long and Mayor Donna Reardon, this project will provide quicker and safer active transportation options for users.
Investments in active transportation are key to helping Canadians live active, healthy lifestyles and have affordable, green transportation options. Multipath networks allow people to get their daily exercise on the way to work, school, or gatherings, while promoting social equity among vulnerable communities and reducing Canadians' carbon footprint.
Funding announced today will add a new section in Harbour Passage referred to as the "Cove", a mainly off-street trail connecting various sections of the City. It will provide a shorter route from the city's East side to its lower West side, making active transportation safer and more accessible for pedestrians, cyclists and users of other modes of transportation.
This investment is part of Canada's National Active Transportation Strategy, which aims to create and improve pathways, bike lanes, and pedestrian bridges all over the country. It's a big step towards healthier living and creating tight-knit communities, making a better-connected Canada for us all!
