Area C Active Transportation Network Plan
The Strathcona Regional District is pleased to release the Final ATNP, developed in consultation with community members, key interest groups, and First Nations. The SRD would like to thank everyone who contributed to the planning process. Your valuable input and engagement have been instrumental in shaping the plan.
This project was funded through the Province of BC’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program and Community Works Fund.
Plan Overview
The ATNP is the first comprehensive active transportation plan for Area C, building on direction established in the 2007 Quadra Island Official Community Plan (OCP) and reaffirmed in the 2023 Area C Integrated Community Sustainability Plan. The ATNP provides a strategy to improve active transportation conditions on Quadra Island and its connections to outer communities in alignment with the policy goals, objectives and targets that are most important to the community. With a strong focus on creating a safer, more connected transportation network that supports walking, cycling, and other non-motorized transportation options, the plan includes the following:
- Electoral Area C community profile
- Existing active transportation conditions and infrastructure
- Vision and goals for Electoral Area C’s active transportation network
- Long-term active transportation network
- Priority corridors and projects
- Priority spot and infrastructure improvements
- Funding and partnership opportunities
See the full active transportation network plan map here: Map of Long-Term Active Transportation Network
Next Steps
With the planning process now complete, transportation priorities identified within the Area C ATNP may be considered for implementation through the SRD’s capital planning process and as funding opportunities become available.
What is active transportation?
Active transportation consists of any form of human-powered transportation such as walking, cycling, or rolling (i.e. wheelchair or in-line skating). It can also include winter-based active modes, water-based active modes, and horseback riding, although these modes are typically more recreational in nature.
Active transportation strengthens opportunities to enhance access throughout Area C, most notably Quathiaski Cove Village, our waterfront, parks and trails, and neighbouring communities. It also creates opportunities for community interaction and fostering social connectedness and sense of place. Moreover, active transportation supports the goals to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with on-road transportation by replacing vehicle trips with walking, cycling, and rolling trips. This helps address a key goal of the Integrated Sustainability Plan and aligns with CleanBC. Additionally, active transportation supports road safety, physical activity and overall health, enhanced recreation and tourism opportunities for Area C residents, and reduced household costs by offering more cost-effective travel options for Area C residents.
Active Transportation Network Plan Project Timeline
Associated Area C ATNP Project Links
1. “What We Heard” Summary Report | View HERE >
2. Current State Report | View HERE >
Questions
Please contact SRD Planning Services at 250-830-6718 | planning@srd.ca