FAQs

The new multi-use path will be separated from St. Johns Street traffic by a grass boulevard that includes trees. To increase the visibility of path users, the path will be set back from St. Johns Street where it crosses sideroads. In addition, curb bulges will be installed at sideroads to shorten the crossing distance for path users. 

Changes to vehicle traffic on St. Johns Street are not included in this project. However, offering a safe and convenient space for walking and cycling can encourage people to choose sustainable and active forms of transportation, thus helping to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

On street parking on the south side of St. Johns Street, between Grant Street and Moody Street, will be removed to provide room for the multi-use path and protect the mature trees along that block.

Yes, approximately 40 trees will be removed because they are in poor health or they are within the boundary of the work area. 

Tree removals adhere to environmental guidelines and will not interfere with bird nesting. In addition, trees will be removed using environmentally sustainable practices, and will be chipped and eventually turned into topsoil. This project includes a landscape and planting plan as part of the overall project design to ensure no net loss of environmental habitat. 

As per the City’s Tree Protection Bylaw (BL2961-C), each tree will be replaced at a 2:1 ratio. Replacement trees will be native species that are drought tolerant and climate resilient.