CITY – Upgrades to McArthur Island dike pathway have been completed

In addition to a freshly paved road, new playground and upgrades at the disc golf course, McArthur Island can add a new accessible pathway to its list of improvements this year.

Work began in October to upgrade the existing dike along the Rivers Trail on McArthur Island between 12^th Street and Mackenzie Avenue as part of flood mitigation work. The trail, which was previously a gravel route, is now fully paved and three meters wide, allowing for enjoyment by those of all ages and abilities.

“Over the last two years, we’ve put a lot of work into upgrading McArthur Island, and part of that was repaving the multi-use pathway to make it accessible for everyone.

“This last section completes the paved circuit around the park,” said Jeff Putnam, Parks and Facilities Manager for the City.