Richmond – Wilson Miao, Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre, Parm Bains, Member of Parliament for Steveston – Richmond East, and His Worship Malcom Brodie, Mayor of Richmond, announced a joint investment of more than $6.8 million to expand the cycling network in Richmond’s City Centre.
This investment will enable the construction of 4 kilometres of new protected bike lanes and multi-use pathways, as well as improvements to crosswalks and lighting features. These improvements will enhance cycling access within City Centre and improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and other active commuters.
The investment announced today contributes to Canada’s National Active Transportation Strategy by supporting activities that will help expand networks of pathways, bike lanes, trails and pedestrian bridges.
By investing in infrastructure, the Government of Canada is growing our country’s economy, building resilient communities, and improving the lives of Canadians.
“As we strive to create greener, better connected communities, our government is prioritizing investing in active transportation. The funding announced today will support the expansion of Richmond’s cycling network, ensuring more people can access the city centre safely via active travel. We will continue to work with partners to action their infrastructure priorities and work towards our collective emissions-reductions goals.” – Wilson Miao, MP for Richmond Centre, on behalf of Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities