We’ve all heard about the bridge-to-Gabriola idea, and remember some of the amazing arguments (like Darrell Bellaart’s) put forward to support that idea. But did you know somebody wants to build a bridge between Nanaimo and Newcastle Island? The Nanaimo News Bulletin reports: Routledge continues to test waters for bridge to Newcastle.
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Just two months ago I told you about a new bridge in Gabriola’s forest – in the Elder Cedar Nature Reserve. Well. Here’s another one! If you’d like to see this one for yourself, park on North Road and head into the Elder Cedar (S’ul-hween X’pey) Nature Reserve from there. Cross the stream on those [...]
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There are so many signs to love on Gabriola. This is a recent addition, and those who live on Gabriola will probably take all of five seconds to guess where it’s appeared. No bridge ahead is what I hope for Gabriola’s future.
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You’re sure to see articles about this topic, and summaries of the results, too. But wouldn’t you rather read the report for yourself? Here it is, on the Ferry Advisory Committee section of gabriola.org: Gabriola Survey, Final Report, July 2, 2009. It’s a .pdf file.
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Wow. Get a load of Darrell Bellaart’s article in the the Nanaimo Daily News: Bridge idea is likely doomed. Just imagine a simple toll bridge being the only obstacle to the 10-minute weekend drive to Gabriola. A daytrip to visit an islander or to spend an afternoon on one of the beaches. The additional traffic [...]
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From the Nanaimo Daily News: Islanders consider bridge option in upcoming survey: VIU students poll Gabriolans on their transportation views. Vancouver Island University students have finished drafting the questions for a survey of 10% of Gabriola Island residents that will gauge public opinion about a bridge and other transportation options. The issue was raised last [...]
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