Maple Ridge, B.C., March 17, 2026 – The City of Maple Ridge is sharing the results of the community engagement for planned active transportation upgrades along Thorne Avenue. The project will improve connections between the Maple Meadows West Coast Express Station and Town Centre.
In fall 2025 the community was invited to provide feedback on four design concept options. The City received over 315 survey submissions and welcomed approximately 50 residents at an in-person open house.
This project aligns with the City’s Strategic Transportation Plan, which guides long-term investment to improve connections, enhance safety, and support sustainable travel choices for all ages and abilities.
Once complete, the project will close a key gap in the City’s active transportation network by connecting the multi-use paths along Hammond Road and 117 Avenue. This will create a continuous corridor from the Maple Meadows West Coast Express Station to Laity Street and Lougheed Highway.
Key Engagement Results
- Who Participated: Over 61% of respondents indicated they live on or are directly connected to Thorne Avenue.
- How People Travel on Thorne Avenue: Driving (85%); walking, rolling, or running (70%); cycling (44%)
- Preferred Design Option: Participants were asked to review four design options, which included variations of multi-use paths, one-way and two-way cycling facilities, and changes to on-street parking. Overall, Option 1 featuring a multi-use path on the north side of Thorne Avenue with parking on both sides, received the strongest support:
- 56% of respondents selected Option 1 as their overall preferred option
- 54% identified Option 1 as the best option for walkers and cyclists
- 54% felt Option 1 best supports children and families (e.g., school travel)
- Parking Preferences:
- Eastern Section: Strong support to retain parking on the north side of Thorne Avenue between 207 Street and the school site.
- Western Section: Interest in a balanced approach between the school site and 203 Street without impeding existing front yards.
- Cycling Preferences:
- 60% of respondents said a dedicated cycling lane was not important to them
- Just over half preferred combined walking and cycling spaces rather than fully separated facilities.
Next Steps
City staff are developing the final design concept based on the feedback. Construction is anticipated to begin in fall 2026.
For a graphic summary of the engagement results and to sign up to receive project updates, visit Engage.MapleRidge.ca/ThorneAveUpgrades.
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Media Contact
Pardeep Purewal, Senior Manager Corporate Communications and Public Engagement
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