Port Moody has officially opened the new Shoreline Trail boardwalk, a climate-resilient and accessible structure that replaces aging infrastructure along the waterfront.
The 440-metre boardwalk, located in Pigeon Cove at the end of Burrard Inlet’s Port Moody Arm, connects Murray Street to Noons Creek. The original boardwalk, built more than 30 years ago, was prone to flooding during king tides and storm surges.
The replacement project raises the structure above projected sea levels, adds safety railings, and includes wheelchair-accessible design features. According to the City of Port Moody, the elevated design also protects sensitive tidal habitats, restores vegetation with native species, and is built for long-term durability.
A new viewing platform has also been added midway along the boardwalk. It features a house post titled Sí7la – Grandmother, carved by artists from səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) in collaboration with q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie First Nation). The cultural project was developed with leadership from artistic director Tasha Faye Evans and in collaboration with the Port Moody Ecological Society.
“This new boardwalk gives people in Port Moody safer, more accessible ways to enjoy the waterfront while protecting the natural environment,” said B.C. Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Christine Boyle in a statement.
Funding for the project came from both federal and provincial governments. PacifiCan contributed $495,000 for the first phase, while the B.C. Growing Communities Fund provided $3.05 million for the second phase.
Mayor Meghan Lahti said the project reflects the city’s focus on safety, accessibility, and environmental protection. “With the design and construction of the new boardwalk, we have prioritized safety, accessibility, and climate resilience,” Lahti said.
Construction was completed in two phases, starting in January 2024 and finishing in September 2025. The trail is now fully open to the public.
