Who we are

• Island Pathways was formed in 1988 and became a non-profit society in 1997
• Volunteers work year round to promote safe non-motorized transportation and recreation

What we do

• Fundraise to design and construct multi-purpose trails and paved shoulder bikeway
• Raise awareness of the health, environmental and economic benefits of non-motorized transportation
• Supports initiatives to make our island safe for all road users, including helping to make Salt Spring Island a safe and bike friendly island
• Organize education programs

Our accomplishments

• With Partners Creating Pathways a new pathway has been created extending from Lower Ganges Road to Swanson Road along Atkins Road past Meadowbrook, allows users to safely and easily proceed along Atkins, accessing the Upper Ganges Center, Lady Minto Hospital, Legion, and Senior Centre on one end, and the pool, school, and downtown Ganges at the other end.
• Completed two pedestrian walkways along Blain and Crofton Roads
• Built a demonstration bikeway-walkway at Portlock Park in 2000
• Monitored the construction of 30 km of paved shoulder bikeway/walkway on Salt Spring in 2002
• Developed the Helmets for Life program that provides approved helmets for Salt Spring Island elementary school children
• Ensured a Cycling Network route and bike parking bylaw are in the Official Community Plan
• Published the Salt Spring Island Heritage Map. HOW TO ORDER
• Encouraged BC Ferries to install bike racks at ferry terminals
• Installed bike racks around Salt Spring Island for community use
• Sucessfully fundraise for on and off road improvements
  

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