Mississauga is upgrading two popular trails as part of a plan to extend their service life by up to 25 years.
The City of Mississauga said in a project update it’s “undertaking trail reconstruction improvements” at two locations in the city’s north end:
Millgrove Trail South — Drainage improvements are being made. Work began on Oct. 6.
Quenippenon Meadows Trail — Completion of the unfinished trail section between Middlebury Drive and Burnford Trail. Work began Oct. 8.
“These improvements will create safer, more accessible connections throughout the neighbourhood, supporting walking, cycling, recreation and everyday travel,” the city said in its online update. “Enhanced trail connections will also help promote active transportation, improve access to local destinations and schools, and encourage healthy, active lifestyles.”
Ward 9 Coun. Martin Reid said residents should be aware that ongoing construction may lead to temporary trail closures while the work is being completed.
He also noted the work being done will lead to “safer, more accessible routes for walking, cycling and recreation.”
The municipality said the reconstructed trails will be built to current city standards, “providing reliable, low-maintenance infrastructure for the community.
“The upgrades are expected to extend the service life of the trails by approximately 20 to 25 years, while helping to reduce future maintenance requirements,” the city added.
Officials said they’ll use advance notice signs to let residents know of any upcoming temporary trail closures or construction activity that may impact them.
Another trail is also undergoing big changes
Meanwhile, similar significant trail work is already well underway in another part of the city. A major reconstruction project to improve and “modernize” the well-used, 35-year-old Culham Trail began earlier this year.
Mississauga is completing work on that walking/jogging trail with financial help from Ottawa.
City of Mississauga officials said earlier a portion of some $8.7 million in federal funding for the city via the government’s Active Transportation Fund is earmarked for substantial improvements to the Culham Trail, which runs 13.5 kilometres along the Credit River in Mississauga’s west/northwest end.
“The reconstruction project will modernize nearly four kilometres of multi-use recreational trail and enhance flood protection measures,” city officials said over the summer. “Additional amenities will also be added, such as new seating and an outlook viewing area, a bike share system, upgraded signage and landscaping.”
One of Mississauga’s most popular recreational corridors, the Culham Trail welcomes more than 500,000 visitors annually, the city noted.
Rendering of what part of the Culham Trail will look like when reconstruction work is finished. (Image: City of Mississauga)
Beginning at Erindale Park, the trail continues through the Riverwood Conservancy/Riverwood Park and then north to Pinecliff Park. It winds through both urban and natural settings with access to many green spaces, the city said, adding the trail is popular with walkers, hikers, joggers and cyclists.
“… the trail connects residents and visitors to natural areas, neighbourhoods and key destinations across the city.”
Ward 6 Coun. Joe Horneck has described the Culham Trail as “an important part of our community and a popular route for residents and visitors alike.”
Continuing, the councillor noted the improvements “will make the trail safer, more accessible and more resilient, ensuring all can continue to enjoy it for years to come.”
The $8.7 million from Ottawa is part of a joint funding inititative between the city and federal government. A portion of that money from the feds is also ticketed for a new pedestrian and cycling bridge in Port Credit.
The Canadian government’s Active Transportation Fund supports projects that build new and expanded networks of pathways, sidewalks, bike lanes and trails, “providing affordable, greener and healthier options for Canadians to access their communities through alternative modes of transportation,” the city said.
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