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East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements

Line painting and finals works: Anticipated completion September

Project Details

The City of New Westminster will be undertaking transportation upgrades along East Sixth Avenue between McBride Boulevard and Cumberland Street to enhance safety and accessibility for people walking, cycling, taking transit, and driving. These improvements will support improved access to təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre and were identified as a priority in the City’s Active Transportation Network Plan (ATNP), adopted by Council in 2022.

For more information about this project, please visit the Projects on the Go page.

Project Update

August 31, 2026

Traffic Impacts

The majority of paving on East Sixth Avenue is now complete. Line painting and final works are underway.

Single-lane alternating traffic:

East Sixth Avenue will be single-lane alternating traffic for most of the next two weeks. Use alternate routes when possible.

Bus Stop Notice

  • The bus stop currently located in front of təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre will be temporarily relocated to in front of 479 Cumberland Street.
  • The bus stop on the south side of East Sixth Street near McBride Boulevard will remain open throughout construction.
  • The bus stop on the south side of East Sixth Street near Cumberland Street will be temporarily closed as required.
  • The bus stop in front of Queen’s Park, north of East Sixth Street near McBride Boulevard, will also be temporarily closed as required.
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Project Timeline

  • Construction is anticipated to take place from February 17, 2026 – September 2026.
      

Traffic Impacts

  • Duration: February 17, 2026 to September 2026
  • Hours of Work: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday; 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday
  • For concerns about construction hours, please contact the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Team, 604-527-4657, at the following times: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–8:00pm; Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00pm
  • The project will begin at the intersection of Cumberland Street and East Sixth Avenue and will proceed west to the intersection of East Sixth Avenue and McBride Boulevard. Expect delays at the intersection of Cumberland Street and East Sixth Avenue while a new traffic signal is installed
  • Bus stops on E Sixth Avenue might be temporarily closed / relocated depending on the stage of the construction, we provide further update when more information become available.
  • Waste Collection Issues: Stratas or residents experiencing issues with waste collection should reach out directly to their designated waste collection provider to coordinate service.

Frequently Asked Questions

See FAQs here

Contact

For more information please contact Roger Chang, Project Manager, at rchang@newwestcity.ca, or visit the Projects on the Go page.