New Weyerhauser Trail Connection

Progress continues on the new Weyerhaeuser Trail connection:
Crossing Agreements: Applications for the ATCO Gas and Telus line crossings have been submitted and are currently awaiting approval. These approvals are required before hydrovac work can begin.
Wetland Assessment: The environmental assessment is scheduled for completion by late May.
Historical Resources Act (HRA): The HRA process is now underway.
Site Survey: The trail site survey will be completed once snow has fully melted and ground conditions allow.
Stay tuned for more updates as we move into the next phase of development.
Update July 8, 2025
The project's environmental team conducted a wetlands assessment and determined that the first 250 meters from the hospital is classified as a wetland. Consequently, the Town of Edson is required to obtain Water Act approval before any disturbance can occur. This approval process is extensive and may delay the project's completion to fall 2026.
Next steps include initiating the Water Act approval process and obtaining a revised estimate for all future activities.