| Statement in the B.C. Legislature May 10, 2011 Experience the Fraser VICTORIA - I am pleased to inform my colleagues of a great project that represents a true collaboration between the province of British Columbia, the Fraser Valley regional district, Metro Vancouver and a number of other key partners, including the federal government and local First Nations. The Experience the Fraser project or ETF has been developed to celebrate heritage and enhance recreation outdoor opportunities along one of British Columbia's most picturesque natural assets, the Fraser River. ETF will showcase the lower Fraser River corridor and promote the region as one of the world's great river destinations. It will connect both residents and visitors to the many waterfront communities and natural features along the river. With over 160 kilometres of recreation and cultural heritage amenities stretching from Hope to the Salish Sea, Experience the Fraser will join existing trails and infrastructure, including the Trans Canada Trail, with exciting new opportunities that will enhance active recreation, cultural appreciation and tourism. Experience the Fraser has gathered a great deal of momentum in recent months, and the first of many on-the-ground demonstration including the Trans-Canada Trail, with exciting new opportunities that will enhance active recreation, cultural appreciation and tourism. Experience the Fraser has gathered a great deal of momentum in recent months, and the first of many on-the-ground demonstration projects has been well received by the public. One such project involves a new Trans Canada Trail segment in Langley that will help connect the Golden Ears Bridge to Fort Langley. Yet another project, the B.C. Spirit Squares initiative in Mission, has created a new waterfront gathering place and trail segments that provides a spectacular river view of Mount Baker. ETF will continue to add trails and features along the Fraser River, with strong support of project partners. I encourage my colleagues here today and all British Columbians to get out one day soon to experience the Fraser. | |
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