A reminder of the upcoming open house on the Island Corridor on Sept 14, 2024 by the old train station in Charles Hoey Park.
FORT-VI will have an information table at the train station this Saturday 7th from 11 AM to 1 PM to answer your questions and provide background material for your input.
Read FORT-VI’s Q&A submission to the CVRD and help develop a shared vision for the Island Corridor
The FORT_VI AGM for 2024 was held in Nanaimo on March 10. A new membership bylaw was adopted.
2024 FORT-VI AGM report Read More »
Demonstrating the benefit of building cycling infrastructure, Victoria has more than double the percentage of people who cycle to work, compared to any other city in Canada.
Cycling Capital of Canada Read More »
The so-called “active” status of the E&N railway blocks trail plans in Qualicum Beach.
“Active” Railway stops Trail Plans Read More »
The Enderby-Splatsin section of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project has been completed. It demonstrates the commitment of First Nations, regional, provincial and federal governments to connect communities and provide residents with a multi-use pathway that both preserves and showcases the region’s natural beauty. The same thing could happen with the Island Corridor if the people want it.
Shuswap Rail Trail Read More »
This article from the Globe and Mail shows the potential tourist revenue from cycling – a one week tour in Quebec costing only $9000!
Take a slow-cation Read More »
The Regional District of Nanaimo and other jurisdictions along the Island Rail Corridor are in the planning stages of what to do with the 289-km stretch. (From an article in the Capital Daily) Read Article
Planning meetings underway Read More »
FORT-VI has completed a study of the feasibility of putting a trail on the rail
bed of the Island Rail Corridor, funded by a $45,000 grant from the Federal
Active Transportation Fund.
Island Rail Corridor Feasibility Study Read More »
