Road Safety

Castlegar

Open Streets Pilot - COVID-19 Response Plan for Local Businesses

The City of Castlegar has initiated a six-month Open Streets Pilot Project in support of the business community by making streets, sidewalks, parking areas and open spaces available to assist businesses in meeting the physical distancing measures of the Province and to encourage residents to get outside and feel safe.

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Complete Streets Project - Winner of the UBCM “Excellence in Sustainability” Community Award

The City of Castlegar undertook an $8 million project to turn the community’s main roadway into a “complete street.” The project transformed a commercial street into the centrepiece of the downtown core using green infrastructure to attract citizens and businesses.

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Annual Castlegar Sculpturewalk

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Castlegar is the sculpture capital of Canada! Sculpturewalk is an outdoor exhibit of original sculptures by local and international artists, located on a walking tour in downtown Castlegar. It is now in its 10th anniversary year, with 26 sculptures located across the city. Sculpture walk has recently expanded to communities across the region - visiting Kaslo, Nakusp, Penticton, Creston, Rossland and Nelson, BC.

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Victoria

Physical Distancing at Beacon Hill Park and Dallas Road

The City of Victoria made it easier for people to maintain physical distance in Beacon Hill Park and along Dallas Road by restricting vehicle access and realigning parking. In addition to vehicle access and parking restrictions, City staff are out in public spaces to encourage physical distancing. More >>

City Creating Physical Distancing on Local Streets

Beginning in James Bay in April, the City of Victoria has established temporary physical distancing zones in areas with grocery stores, pharmacies and other essential services. City staff are prioritizing high-traffic locations with narrow sidewalks. Each location will have a customized plan that maintains transit stops and vehicle circulation and crosswalks. More >>