Island Rail Corridor near Cowichan Station (Photo: Alan Philip)
The disused Island Rail Corridor could be a multi-use greenway connecting the east coast of Vancouver Island
The E&N is a gorgeous corridor that stretches from Victoria to Courtenay, and Parksville to Port Alberni. Why not convert it to a continuous active-transportation corridor connecting our communities and First Nations. Just think of the potential!
289 km Trail
A continuous trail preserves the E&N Corridor for future generations at minimal expense. It can also easily adapt to First Nations interests.
Positive impacts
Studies estimate $95 million in annual economic benefit from the trail as well as significant physical and mental health benefits.
Climate friendliest
A non-motorised, multi-use trail eliminates ongoing carbon emissions, noise pollution and creates a more natural environment.
What the future could hold
for Vancouver Island!
Feasibility Study
FORT-VI’s federally-funded feasibility study demonstrates the benefits of a continuous multi-use trail on the rail bed of the Island Corridor. The study looked at the costs, economic impact, and visitation numbers. In addition the significant health benefits of active transportation were demonstrated.
Trail Map
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The orange icons are photos taken along the corridor showing the scenery along the way.
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