This site is in beta — data may be incomplete and features are still being added.
Committee of the Whole/Documents/Coastal Connector Trail Initiative Presentation
Presentation

Coastal Connector Trail Initiative Presentation

December 14, 2021Pages 37–426 sections

Presentation outlining the plan for a continuous sea-to-sea trail connecting Cordova Bay to Finlayson Arm.

8.2.a D. Cammiade, Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society, Re: Coastal Connector Trail
Proposed 15-20 km trailConnects major regional and provincial parksSeeking Council endorsement for stakeholder engagement

Coastal Connector Trail Initiative

Presented to the Mayor and Council of the Town of View Royal
December 14th, 2021
By the Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society (Nature Trails Society)
Executive Director, Daniel Cammiade
Andrew Pape-Salmon, Member of the Board

Page 37–42

Our Request

The Nature Trails Society seeks Council endorsement to

  • meet with Town of View Royal staff to discuss the proposed “Coastal Connector Trail”, a continuous trail between Cordova Bay and Finlayson Arm, and
  • to collaborate on identifying and engaging stakeholders,
  • considering route options within municipal boundaries,
  • engaging the CRD and other landowners, and
  • if viable, establishing a business plan and partnerships for the trail.
Page 37–42

The Proposed Coastal Connector Trail

  • A continuous, 15-20 km, sea-to-sea trail, from Cordova Bay to Finlayson Arm
  • Comprised of existing trails managed by multiple jurisdictions
  • Some trails would need to be constructed
  • Trail types would align with policies of landowners and managers e.g., walking, running, biking, equestrian
  • Could connect: Goldstream Provincial Park, Gowlland Tod Provincial Park, Mt. Work Regional Park, Thetis Lake Regional Park, Francis King Regional Park, Elk and Beaver Lakes Regional Parks, several Saanich parks.
Page 37–42

Coastal Connector Trail Concept

Map showing the Coastal Connector Trail concept, illustrating the Lochside Trail, existing trails, road sides, and sections where exploration is needed across the Greater Victoria region including View Royal.
Map showing the Coastal Connector Trail concept, illustrating the Lochside Trail, existing trails, road sides, and sections where exploration is needed across the Greater Victoria region including View Royal.
Page 37–42

Coastal Connector Next Steps

  • Step 1 Consultation and Collaboration with Relevant Jurisdictions
    • Municipalities
    • CRD
    • First Nations
    • BC Parks
  • Step 2 Investigation and Mapping of Possible Trail Routes
  • Step 3 Outreach to Private Landowners
  • Step 4 Development of Business Plan and Partnerships
  • Step 5 Fund Raising and Implementation
Page 37–42

Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society Mission and Vision

Vision:

A world-renowned network of multi-use trails with abundant access, that inspires people to engage with the natural world and respect the environment.

Mission:

Champion, build, and connect safe, enjoyable and sustainable nature trails, by collaborating and working closely with diverse partners.

Page 37–42

Document Images

(2)
Document image
Document image
Extracted from: 2021 12 14 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf