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Nanoose Economic Development Corporation | Nanoose Economic Development Corporation

$907,642.00

Snaw-Naw-As Multi Use Trail (Phase 2) for Nanoose First Nation, BC

FY 2025-26 · 2025-08-28

Summary
The Nanoose Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) is applying for $907,641.88 in funding for Phase 2 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use trail. NEDC leads the overall economic development of Snaw-Naw-As Nation members and was created to implement various community and economic development initiatives that were outlined throughout several community engagement and planning sessions. The waterfront area was identified by Nation members and staff as a key area for economic and redevelopment opportunities, including implementing a commercial campground, office space, boat launch aquaculture business, member housing, and outdoor gathering spaces. Funding for the construction of Phase 1 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path was approved by the British Columbia Active Transportation (BCAT) Fund and involved connecting the campground on Snaw-Naw-As Road to the Market and employment centre between Island Highway and Lantzville Road. Previously there were informal trail connections, however safety concerns were expressed by community members who were unable to utilize the trails for a variety of reasons related to accessibility. The multi-use path is the first within the Nation’s community to provide active transportation infrastructure from the community to the Market and employment centre, with the hope to enhance pedestrian and cyclist activity that is accessible for all ages and abilities. The Market and employment centre is a critical amenity to the community and offers a range of services to up to 30,000 motorists passing along the highway everyday, including electric vehicle charging and a Tim Hortons. The Market also employs approximately 25 members of Snaw-Naw-As Nation, which is critical to the local tourism industry. NEDC is seeking funding to implement Phase 2 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path, the final segment of this project that will fully link the community’s waterfront to the Market and employment centre. The main benefit of the project is to increase the amount of active transportation infrastructure in the community, while addressing safety concerns by providing users with a safer connection from the waterfront to the Market and employment centre. The project will also provide Snaw-Naw-As members with increased opportunities to remain active and to enhance active transportation connectivity and accessibility to homes within the community. In doing so, the proposed project will support Snaw-Naw-As’ priorities to build a stronger and more resilient community through increased health benefits and accessibility. The proposed project will support Snaw-Naw-As’ most vulnerable members such as youth, elders, young families with baby strollers, and low-income members. Phase 2 involves installing a 295-metre asphalt extension to the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path. The proposed project will provide the following amenities: • 82 sq.m area for a food truck platform (approx. 4m x 20m) • 10 outdoor lamp posts for pathway lighting • 3 benches and 5 picnic tables • 1 bike rack • Non-greenery landscaping (1 totem pole and 1 trash / recycling receptacle) The project is being delivered and sponsored by NEDC and has the full support of Snaw-Naw-As First Nation Chief and Council. Other supporters of the development are the Parksville and Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Oceanside Tourism organization, who have expressed their support for tourism-related development from the Nation, including the campground and waterfront development. The project also supports the Pan-Canadian Framework on Climate Change by investing in healthier, more sustainable modes of transportation; and CleanBC’s goal of doubling active transportation trips by 2030. It also provides a key step in connecting to the wider community and regional trail network, including the 'North Road Beach Access Trail' approximately 1km east.
Program
Canada Public Transit FundCanada Public Transit Fund (linked with high confidence)
Location
Lantzville | Lantzville, British Columbia, Canada
Recipient Type
Indigenous recipient
Type
Contribution
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions

As published

Agreement End Date
2027-03-31
Agreement Start Date
2025-08-28
Agreement Title
Snaw-Naw-As Multi Use Trail (Phase 2) for Nanoose First Nation, BC
Agreement Title (French)
Sentier polyvalent Snaw-Naw-As (phase 2) pour la Première nation de Nanoose, C.-B.
Agreement Type
Contribution
Agreement Value
$907,642.00
Amendment Number
0
Description
The Nanoose Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) is applying for $907,641.88 in funding for Phase 2 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use trail. NEDC leads the overall economic development of Snaw-Naw-As Nation members and was created to implement various community and economic development initiatives that were outlined throughout several community engagement and planning sessions. The waterfront area was identified by Nation members and staff as a key area for economic and redevelopment opportunities, including implementing a commercial campground, office space, boat launch aquaculture business, member housing, and outdoor gathering spaces. Funding for the construction of Phase 1 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path was approved by the British Columbia Active Transportation (BCAT) Fund and involved connecting the campground on Snaw-Naw-As Road to the Market and employment centre between Island Highway and Lantzville Road. Previously there were informal trail connections, however safety concerns were expressed by community members who were unable to utilize the trails for a variety of reasons related to accessibility. The multi-use path is the first within the Nation’s community to provide active transportation infrastructure from the community to the Market and employment centre, with the hope to enhance pedestrian and cyclist activity that is accessible for all ages and abilities. The Market and employment centre is a critical amenity to the community and offers a range of services to up to 30,000 motorists passing along the highway everyday, including electric vehicle charging and a Tim Hortons. The Market also employs approximately 25 members of Snaw-Naw-As Nation, which is critical to the local tourism industry. NEDC is seeking funding to implement Phase 2 of the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path, the final segment of this project that will fully link the community’s waterfront to the Market and employment centre. The main benefit of the project is to increase the amount of active transportation infrastructure in the community, while addressing safety concerns by providing users with a safer connection from the waterfront to the Market and employment centre. The project will also provide Snaw-Naw-As members with increased opportunities to remain active and to enhance active transportation connectivity and accessibility to homes within the community. In doing so, the proposed project will support Snaw-Naw-As’ priorities to build a stronger and more resilient community through increased health benefits and accessibility. The proposed project will support Snaw-Naw-As’ most vulnerable members such as youth, elders, young families with baby strollers, and low-income members. Phase 2 involves installing a 295-metre asphalt extension to the Snaw-Naw-As multi-use path. The proposed project will provide the following amenities: • 82 sq.m area for a food truck platform (approx. 4m x 20m) • 10 outdoor lamp posts for pathway lighting • 3 benches and 5 picnic tables • 1 bike rack • Non-greenery landscaping (1 totem pole and 1 trash / recycling receptacle) The project is being delivered and sponsored by NEDC and has the full support of Snaw-Naw-As First Nation Chief and Council. Other supporters of the development are the Parksville and Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Oceanside Tourism organization, who have expressed their support for tourism-related development from the Nation, including the campground and waterfront development. The project also supports the Pan-Canadian Framework on Climate Change by investing in healthier, more sustainable modes of transportation; and CleanBC’s goal of doubling active transportation trips by 2030. It also provides a key step in connecting to the wider community and regional trail network, including the 'North Road Beach Access Trail' approximately 1km east.
Description (French)
La Nanoose Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) sollicite un financement de 907 641,88 dollars pour la phase 2 du sentier polyvalent Snaw-Naw-As. La NEDC dirige le développement économique global des membres de la nation Snaw-Naw-As et a été créée pour mettre en œuvre diverses initiatives de développement communautaire et économique qui ont été décrites au cours de plusieurs séances d'engagement et de planification communautaires. Le secteur riverain a été identifié par les membres et le personnel de la nation comme une zone clé pour les opportunités économiques et de redéveloppement, y compris la mise en œuvre d'un terrain de camping commercial, d'un espace de bureau, d'une entreprise d'aquaculture avec mise à l'eau, de logements pour les membres et d'espaces de rassemblement en plein air. Le financement de la construction de la phase 1 du sentier polyvalent Snaw-Naw-As a été approuvé par le British Columbia Active Transportation (BCAT) Fund. Il s'agit de relier le terrain de camping situé sur le chemin Snaw-Naw-As au marché et au centre d'emploi situés entre l'autoroute Island et le chemin Lantzville. Auparavant, il existait des connexions informelles, mais les membres de la communauté ont exprimé des préoccupations en matière de sécurité, car ils ne pouvaient pas utiliser les sentiers pour diverses raisons liées à l'accessibilité. Le sentier polyvalent est le premier de la communauté de Nation's à fournir une infrastructure de transport actif entre la communauté et le marché et le centre d'emploi, dans l'espoir d'améliorer l'activité des piétons et des cyclistes, accessible à tous les âges et à toutes les capacités. Le marché et le centre d'emploi constituent une commodité essentielle pour la communauté et offrent une gamme de services aux 30 000 automobilistes qui passent chaque jour le long de l'autoroute, y compris la recharge des véhicules électriques et un Tim Hortons. Le marché emploie également environ 25 membres de la nation Snaw-Naw-As, ce qui est essentiel pour l'industrie touristique locale. La NEDC recherche des fonds pour mettre en œuvre la phase 2 du sentier polyvalent Snaw-Naw-As, le dernier segment de ce projet qui reliera entièrement le front de mer de la communauté au marché et au centre d'emploi. Le principal avantage du projet est d'augmenter le nombre d'infrastructures de transport actif dans la communauté, tout en répondant aux préoccupations en matière de sécurité en offrant aux utilisateurs un lien plus sûr entre le front de mer et le marché et le centre d'emploi. Le projet offrira également aux membres de Snaw-Naw-As davantage de possibilités de rester actifs et d'améliorer la connectivité et l'accessibilité des transports actifs aux habitations de la communauté. Ce faisant, le projet proposé soutiendra les priorités de Snaw-Naw-As visant à construire une communauté plus forte et plus résiliente grâce à l'amélioration des avantages pour la santé et de l'accessibilité. Le projet proposé soutiendra les membres les plus vulnérables de Snaw-Naw-As, tels que les jeunes, les personnes âgées, les jeunes familles avec des poussettes, et les membres à faible revenu. La phase 2 comprend l'installation d'une extension asphaltée de 295 mètres du sentier polyvalent de Snaw-Naw-As. Le projet proposé fournira les aménagements suivants : - 82 m² de surface pour une plate-forme de camion de nourriture (environ 4m x 20m) - 10 lampadaires extérieurs pour l'éclairage du sentier - 3 bancs et 5 tables de pique-nique - 1 porte-vélos - Aménagement paysager non végétal (1 totem et 1 poubelle/récipient de recyclage) Le projet est réalisé et parrainé par la NEDC et bénéficie du soutien total du chef et du conseil de la Première nation Snaw-Naw-As. La chambre de commerce de Parksville et de Qualicum Beach, ainsi que l'organisation touristique d'Oceanside, soutiennent également le projet et ont exprimé leur soutien au développement touristique de la nation, y compris au terrain de camping et au développement du secteur
Organization Code
infc
Organization
Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities | Ministère du Logement, de l’Infrastructure et des Collectivités
Program Name
Canada Public Transit Fund
Program Name (French)
Fonds pour le transport en commun du Canada
Recipient City
Lantzville | Lantzville
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
Nanoose Economic Development Corporation | Nanoose Economic Development Corporation
Recipient Province or Territory
BC
Recipient Type
A
Reference Number
278-2025-2026-Q2-00020