East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements

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 the 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.

The project includes a range of safety and accessibility enhancements, such as a new traffic signal at the intersection of Cumberland Street and East Sixth Avenue, intersection upgrades at Glenbrook Drive, improved access to bus stops, upgrades to the protected bike lane, new curb ramps, and enhanced street lighting. Both laneways serving təməsew̓txʷ will also be upgraded to improve pedestrian safety, along with new asphalt paving.

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

Project Update

April 29, 2026

The intersection of Cumberland Street and East Sixth Avenue will be reduced to single-lane traffic at times, with temporary no-parking restrictions in effect near the intersection. Flaggers will be on site to manage access, and work areas at the four corners will be adjusted as needed, as shown in the image above.

The works along the TACC frontage are scheduled to commence. The TACC driveway entrance on East Sixth Avenue will remain accessible at all times, and two-way traffic flow will be managed as illustrated in the image above.

Week of April 20 – May 1

E 6th Ave & McBride Blvd – Northwest Corner

• Complete pre-locate investigations for catch basin conflicts.
• Install catch basin on the NW corner of McBride Blvd.

E 6th Ave & McBride Blvd – Southwest Corner

• Complete pre-locate investigations for catch basin conflicts.
• Install catch basin on the SW corner of McBride Blvd.

Week of May 4–8

6th Ave & Cumberland St Intersection

• Electrical signal work and junction boxes.

E 6th Ave – Glenbrook Dr / TACC Driveway Area

• Miscellaneous work around Glenbrook Dr and the TACC access driveway.
• This setup will be used periodically for single-day activities only.

E 6th Ave – Westbound Closure with Centreline Crossover

• Ongoing primary traffic configuration — in use daily and expected to remain long term.
• Stripping grass and curb (excavation/prep) between the TACC entrance and Firehall entrance.
• TACC entrance access will be maintained throughout.

Week of May 11–15

6th Ave & Cumberland St Intersection

• Sidewalk prep work, contingent on electrical work being completed the prior week.

E 6th Ave – Glenbrook Dr / TACC Driveway Area

• Miscellaneous work around Glenbrook Dr and the TACC access driveway.
• This setup will be used periodically for single-day activities only.
• Bayhill electrical road crossings.

E 6th Ave – Westbound Closure with Centreline Crossover

• Ongoing primary traffic configuration — in use daily and expected to remain long term.
• TACC entrance access will be maintained throughout.

E 6th Ave & McBride Blvd – Northwest Corner

• Complete pre-locate investigations for catch basin conflicts (one day).
• Install catch basin on the NW corner of McBride Blvd.

E 6th Ave & McBride Blvd – Southwest Corner

• Complete pre-locate investigations for catch basin conflicts.
• Install catch basin on the SW corner of McBride Blvd.

⚠️ Note: McBride Blvd work is TBD and will be confirmed the week prior, pending Metro Vancouver inspection.

Week of May 18–22

6th Ave & Cumberland St Intersection

• Pouring concrete sidewalks and wheelchair letdowns.

E 6th Ave – Glenbrook Dr / TACC Driveway Area

• Miscellaneous work around Glenbrook Dr and the TACC access driveway.
• This setup will be used periodically for single-day activities only.
• Bayhill electrical road crossings.

E 6th Ave – Westbound Closure with Centreline Crossover

• Ongoing primary traffic configuration — in use daily and expected to remain long term.
• TACC entrance access will be maintained throughout.

Bus Stop Notice

• The bus stop currently located in front of TACC will be temporarily relocated to in front of 479 Cumberland Street. This relocation is targeted for completion by April 13, 2026.
• The bus stop on the south side of E. Sixth St near McBride Blvd will remain open throughout construction.
• The bus stop on the south side of E. Sixth St near Cumberland St will be temporarily closed as required.
• The bus stop in front of Queen’s Park, north of E. Sixth St near McBride Blvd, will also be temporarily closed as required.

Project Timeline

• Construction is anticipated to begin in February 17th, 2026 – August 2026.
    

Traffic Impacts

• Duration: February 17th, 2026 to August 2026
• Hours of Work: 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday; 9:00am – 6:00pm 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.
• Access Concerns: If you have any ongoing or specific access concerns related to the work, please notify us immediately so we can address them before crews demobilize.
• 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.