City of Cranbrook Building Strong Foundations Through Capital Works Program

A number of key infrastructure projects in the City of Cranbrook’s 2025 Capital Works program are progressing well, with several additional initiatives preparing to break ground later this summer. These improvements reflect the City’s commitment to sustainable, responsible growth and long-term community development.

Construction is now underway for Phase 1 of the Victoria Avenue Sanitary Sewer Trunk replacement. Copcan Civil LP is upgrading and upsizing the existing system between 6th Street North and 2nd Street North to alleviate sanitary capacity concerns. Full roadway repaving of this section will follow the underground work. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction on Victoria Avenue until the end of October.

Work also continues on the 6th Street South reconstruction. Gally Equipment Services Ltd. has completed installation of a new watermain, service lines, and water meters, along with upgraded storm infrastructure to support the redesigned roadway. Although recent rainfall has temporarily paused construction to allow subgrade soils to dry, the project remains on track.

On 18th Street South, Gally Equipment also delivered an early and budget-conscious installation of a new fire hydrant—an important safety enhancement for the community.

Progress is also being made on the City’s environmental infrastructure. Phase 4 of the Sewer Lagoons Project has been awarded to Lambourne Environmental. Desludging of Cell 2 began in early July and is proceeding smoothly, with expected sludge volumes successfully removed. Aeration will be reinstated before work begins on Cell 3, where new airlines and diffusers will be installed. Baffle curtain installation is planned for fall 2025.

Meanwhile, thanks to a $500,000 Active Transportation grant from the Province of British Columbia, McPhee Road is preparing for a major upgrade. The project will include a new raised and separated multi-use path between Theatre Road and Industrial Road F, along with full resurfacing of this Priority 1 roadway. Design work is complete, and staff are currently reviewing contractor submissions following procurement closure in mid-July. Construction is anticipated to take place between mid-August and mid-October.

Another cornerstone project is the launch of the City Water Supply UV Disinfection Facility. Following a competitive proposal process, Kiewit was selected as the project contractor. Collaborative design meetings are now underway between the City, Kiewit, and consulting engineers to develop detailed plans that emphasize efficiency and effectiveness. Future updates will be provided as the design process continues.

These capital works are more than construction projects—they are foundational elements in Cranbrook’s strategy to grow and evolve responsibly, supporting public health, infrastructure modernization, environmental sustainability, and mobility.

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