It’s been a productive and exciting month across the province as several of our Core Active Transportation (AT) Network projects make big strides forward. From visioning sessions and stakeholder engagement to design development and final reports, we’re seeing great momentum in our shared goal to make communities across Nova Scotia safer, more connected, and more accessible for walking, cycling, and rolling.
Here’s a detailed look at what we’ve been up to:
Pugwash – Moving into the Design Stage
May brought strong progress in Pugwash, where we held a fantastic visioning session with local residents, stakeholders, and municipal partners. The result? A collaboratively drafted preliminary network plan that reflects community priorities and helps envision what safe, connected active transportation could look like in Pugwash.
We’ve now completed both stakeholder and public engagement for this phase and are currently finalizing our What We Heard report and the draft network plan, which will be shared by the end of June. These documents will serve as the foundation for the next stage of work, including design and costing
There’s still time to have your say!
Fill out our online survey and visit the project page to comment directly on the draft network map and proposed connections.
Spryfield – Visioning a More Walkable Community
Spryfield has also had a strong start to its Core AT Network journey. Through a community-led partnership between Cycling Nova Scotia and the Spryfield Community Association, we hosted a well-attended visioning session that brought together local champions, residents, and stakeholders to share ideas and aspirations for walking and rolling in the area.
We’ve now wrapped up the first phase of public and stakeholder engagement and are close to finalizing a draft network plan. Much like Pugwash, Spryfield is proving to be a leader in community-driven transportation planning—and we’re thrilled to see the friendly energy emerging between communities.
There’s still time to have your say!
Take part in our online survey and visit the project page to leave direct comments on the proposed network map.
Berwick – From Planning to Concept Design
Berwick has wrapped up Phase 2 of the Core AT Project, and we’re now entering the design phase! Concept plans have been drafted and are ready for community input. These include preliminary infrastructure designs and proposed routes that aim to improve safety and connectivity across the town.
To support this next step, we’ll be in town for an in-person stakeholder session on June 5, followed by two pop-up engagement events to connect with residents directly. Your feedback will help refine the draft designs and set the stage for funding-ready implementation plans.
Join us in person or online:
- June 5 – Open House Session
- June 6–7 – Pop-Up Public Engagement Sessions
Locations and times on our project page
Complete our online survey to share your feedback on the draft concept designs.
Baddeck – Final Designs Incoming
We’re in the final stretch in Baddeck! With support from consultant team C+D, we’ve been refining the proposed AT network designs based on prior engagement and technical review. We’re preparing to share the final plan with the community by late June or early July and will be presenting it to Council shortly afterward. These designs will help the community pursue funding to begin turning plans into reality.
Stay tuned for updates and the release of the final documents later this summer.
Wagmatcook – Reaching the Finish Line
Wagmatcook has made significant progress this month as well. Cycling Nova Scotia supported the community in preparing and submitting an application to the Federal Active Transportation Fund. The submission included a draft final package—just in time for the deadline!
We’ll be finalizing the full plan in the coming weeks and look forward to presenting the completed document to Chief and Council by the end of June. This milestone is the result of months of community conversations, mapping exercises, and collaboration with Wagmatcook leadership and youth.
Region of Queens – Kicking Off Soon
After experiencing a few delays due to staff transitions, we’re now preparing to launch the Core AT Project in the Region of Queens. We’ll be working closely with municipal staff and residents to co-develop a locally tailored plan for walking and cycling infrastructure that supports daily travel and active lifestyles.
Keep an eye on our and the municipality’s social media channels for an upcoming invitation to the project’s visioning session.
New Glasgow & Westville – Side-by-Side Progress
We’re gearing up for site visits in both New Glasgow and Westville as we continue developing concept plans for their Core AT Networks. These two closely connected communities offer a unique opportunity to coordinate and complement each other’s efforts.
Our engineering teams will be on the ground in June to gather the final technical details needed to complete design drafts. We’re eager to explore shared opportunities and ensure both communities benefit from cohesive, high-quality infrastructure recommendations.
Wrapping Up & Looking Ahead
Across all our Core AT Network projects, a common thread is emerging: a deep sense of community pride and a shared desire for more active, sustainable, and connected ways to get around.
We’re inspired by the energy and insight shared so far, and we’re looking forward to the next steps—including new partnerships, finalized plans, and the start of implementation in select communities.