SWEPS has received $30,000 from the Nova Scotia Recreational Trails Expansion Fund to support trail development in the Fall River area. The funding will help expand non-motorized trails and improve access to natural spaces.
Sackville Lakes Trails, SWEPS receive provincial support Read More »
SWEPS and the Shubenacadie Canal Commission have officially opened the Portobello Bridge and a new section of the Trans Canada Trail in Waverley. The project improves access to the historic Portobello Inclined Plane and expands regional trail connectivity.
Portobello Bridge, Trans Canada trail extension officially opened in Waverley Read More »
SWEPS is inviting community feedback on the future of trail development along the historic Old Truro Road. The input will help guide plans for a potential managed trail connecting Grand Lake to Enfield.
SWEPS has officially opened the Lake William suspension bridge, a key link in the growing Riverlake Greenway trail network. The bridge improves active transportation options between Waverley and Dartmouth and offers scenic views over Lake William.
SWEPS Opens Lake William Suspension Bridge, Pushing Active Transportation Vision Forward Read More »
The Blue Hill Coach Trail officially opened in Fall River on October 14, 2023. Led by SWEPS, the 1.6 km trail follows a historic route through Acadian old-growth forest and marks the first completed segment of the Riverlake Greenway.
The Blue Hill Coach Trail was featured during a provincial announcement for the Connect2 active transportation program. SWEPS highlighted the trail’s role in connecting Fall River communities and preserving a historic travel corridor.
Blue Hill Coach Trail Highlighted in Provincial Connect2 Announcement Read More »
SWEPS received funding from the Connect2 program and HRM to complete a trail link between Blue Hill Coach Trail and Canterberry Lane. The new connector supports active transportation and preserves part of the historic Cobequid Road.
SWEPS Trail Expansion Receives Connect2 Funding to Link Communities Read More »
New trail markers have been installed along the Blue Hill Coach Trail to help users follow the historic route. The markers highlight points of interest and improve navigation through the forested trail.
SWEPS hosted a site walk of the proposed Blue Hill Trail with consultants and HRM Trails staff. The visit helped guide planning and next steps for developing the trail corridor.
Walking the proposed Blue Hill Trail with our consultants and HRM Trails Read More »
