Horizon Drive Active Transportation Corridor Project

Update Nov. 14, 2025:

The City of West Kelowna would like to provide an update on the ongoing infrastructure improvements in your area. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to complete this important project that will enhance active transportation infrastructure, drainage, and overall road safety.

Work completed in 2025
The following improvements have been completed this year between Olympus Way and Shale Ridge Place:

• Sidewalk and asphalt installation
• Stormwater improvements
• Driveway letdowns
• Street lighting upgrades

Weather permitting, the contractor anticipates continuing construction activities through November and into December, after which work will pause for the winter season.

Work to be completed in 2026
The next phase of the project, extending from Shale Ridge Place to the existing sidewalk south of Horizon Court, will include:

• Sidewalk and asphalt installation
• Stormwater improvements
• Driveway letdowns

The remainder of the project is anticipated to be completed by spring 2026.

The project schedule required adjustments due to several contributing factors, including:

• Unforeseen shallow utility conflicts
• Unforeseen soil and rock conditions
• Additional project scope and design modifications

Winter Preparation

All exposed areas will be completed and secured before winter, including asphalt, sidewalk, and driveway letdowns. This will ensure safe conditions for all forms of traffic and allow for regular winter maintenance operations.

We thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we complete these improvements to enhance your neighbourhood.

We're upgrading Horizon Drive to enhance safety, accessibility, and connectivity by improving pedestrian and cyclist access to key neighbourhoods, schools, parks, and commercial areas.

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Key project dates

Preparations are underway, with construction expected to begin in the coming weeks.

• Late spring 2025: Site mobilization and early works
• Late Fall 2025: Anticipated project completion

Timelines are subject to weather, contractor schedule/timelines and other factors. Please visit this page regularly for updates.

Project scope

What work is being done?

The road upgrades will include:

• 1.1 kilometres of new sidewalks, curbs, and gutters along the west side of Horizon Drive.
• 2.2 kilometres of new dedicated bike lanes on both sides of Horizon Drive for safer cycling.
• Upgraded street lighting, storm improvements and ditching.
• New road markings and signage to enhance visibility and safety for all users.

What to expect during construction

Construction activities may result in occasional noise, dust, dirt, and vibrations. Work outside of typical construction hours may be required on a temporary basis. Driveway accesses will be maintained, with only minor interruptions to allow for the movement of crews and equipment.

The City of West Kelowna will have a comprehensive traffic management plan for this project, and we will communicate the plan to the public in advance of any traffic pattern changes.

Key construction activities include:

• Mobilization of crews, equipment, and materials to the site.
• Completion of stormwater and road upgrades, as well as the installation of bike lanes and streetlights.
• Continuous access for pedestrians and cyclists.
• Coordination by the contractor to ensure residents within the work area retain access to their homes.
• Placement of signage and reader boards along the the work zone to help regulate traffic speeds.

Please note that access for transit and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout all phases of construction.

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