A trail in La Présentation, Quebec, will provide a safe and accessible route to encourage active transportation following an investment of more than $79,314 from the federal government.
The funding is from the Active Transportation Fund (ATF). The Municipality of La Présentation is contributing $52,876.
The ATF supports projects that build new and expanded networks of pathways, sidewalks, bike lanes and trails to support affordable, greener, and healthier options for Canadians to access their communities by walking, cycling, and through the use of human-powered or hybrid mobility aids such as wheelchairs, scooters, e-bikes, rollerblades, snowshoes, cross-country skis, and more.
The ATF is part of the Canada Public Transit Fund, through which the federal government provides permanent funding to address local public transit needs, including active transportation.
The new multi-purpose trail will originate at the heart of the heritage site of the Church of La Présentation, a landmark in the community’s history. Designated as a heritage site, the complex includes a stone church, its presbytery, the sacristan’s house, and several historic buildings.
The trail will not only facilitate residents’ daily travel, but also create a space for walking and outdoor activities throughout the year.
“The creation of the new multi-use trail we are announcing today in La Présentation will provide children, parents, and seniors with new ways to get around and enjoy outdoor activities, safely and in a greener environment. This investment demonstrates our commitment to building modern, sustainable infrastructure that directly enhances the lives of communities across Quebec,” said The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada.
“This new trail represents much more than a simple development: it is a space that encourages an active lifestyle for our residents and reflects the pride we have in our village. I am pleased to see this project come to fruition for the benefit of our entire community,” said Louise Arpin, mayor of La Présentation.
