Image: M. Vanden Bosch / PML / Federal funding to the tune of $350,000 helped pave the way for the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacon crosswalks at 22 locations in Chilliwack, similar to this one at Keith Wilson Road and Lindys Drive. 

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Federal funding

Feds tout nearly $3 million in funding that bolstered Chilliwack pump track, public works

Jul 26, 2022 | 10:02 AM

CHILLIWACK — The federal government is touting an allocation of nearly $3 million, through its Canada Community-Building Fund, that helped establish a new pump track in Chilliwack and several other public amenities in 2021.

The City of Chilliwack benefited from $2.95 million in federal funding, of which the largest portion, $1.7 million, was utilized to repave and rehabilitate 13 kilometres of roadways throughout Chilliwack. Six kilometres of bike lanes and over three kilometres of pedestrian facilities and sidewalks were built.

An additional $350,000 in funding helped pave the way for the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacon crosswalks at 22 locations in order to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety at those intersections.

“To encourage people to walk and bike to get to their destination, safety has to be top of mind,” said Dominic LeBlanc, minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities. “Our government is pleased to be enabling numerous improvements to Chilliwack’s active transportation and recreational infrastructure. It is how we will build vibrant cities, where residents have the opportunity to get active and enjoy the outdoors.”

Chilliwack’s first cycle pump track also received funding through this program in 2020 and 2021. The 500-metre asphalt surfaced circuit utilized $900,000 through the Canada Community-Building Fund, to add a new outdoor recreational amenity for bicycles, scooters, skateboards and more.

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“Through new and improved cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, including a new cycle pump track and updated crosswalks, the City of Chilliwack is paving the way for a healthier community,” said Dan Coulter, MLA for Chilliwack. “It’s great to see these key investments in projects that reduce pollution, lessen congestion and improve community safety.”

“We are grateful to the Government of Canada and UBCM for their support through this program,” said Chilliwack mayor Ken Popove. “The Canada Community-Building Fund enables the City to complete additional infrastructure projects that enhance the quality of life of our residents.”

The Canada Community-Building Fund provides predictable, long-term and stable funding to local governments in British Columbia for investment in infrastructure and capacity building projects. This program is funded by Infrastructure Canada and administered by the Union of B.C. Municipalities.