More than a decade of planning has gone into developing Thunder Bay’s waterfront trail.
Once completed it would offer a range of diverse sights and attractions to locals and tourists alike.
At-Large Councillor Aldo Ruberto has praised the project, and says he has seen similar reactions from the community.
“I’ve received several phone calls from individuals in the community just calling me wanting to help out, wanting to volunteer.”
Red River Ward Councillor Brian McKinnon says he also sees the support from the community. Along with that, Councillor McKinnon believes the trail would provide accessibility around the city.
“This would really tie in the south ward to the waterfront, because right now it’s really difficult for people from the south ward to access the waterfront, and I understand their frustration.”
Not everyone in council agrees on the benefits of the trail. McKellar Ward Councillor Brian Hamilton was vocal with his issues with the project.
“I’m not that crazy about this waterfront trail. To be honest, looking at the plan, it looks like to me an industrial active transportation link. A trail kind of through the middle of no-mans land.”
The trail once completed will connect Mission Island Marsh to Fisherman’s Park at the mouth of the Current River, and run approximately 13.5 kilometers.
