Dean Avenue Neighbourhood Bikeway
About the project
Saanich is formalizing the Dean Avenue bikeway with new signage and pavement markings (“sharrows”). These improvements will be installed on:
- Dean Avenue
- Haultain Street: from Richmond Road to Foul Bay Road
- Trent Street: from Haultain Street to St. Patrick’s School
Why are we doing this?
The planned improvements will grow Saanich’s long-term cycling network and formalize a north-south connection that is already widely used by cyclists. Updated signage and “sharrows” will encourage slower speeds, improve wayfinding, and help users connect to nearby destinations and travel corridors.
This route was identified as part of the wider Neighbourhood Bikeways Identification and Prioritization Project. It involved technical analysis and community input to determine bikeway routes designed to promote safer travel throughout Saanich.
What to expect
There are no major traffic impacts anticipated for this project. When Saanich crews are placing new pavement markings on the road, there are may be brief periods of single-lane alternating traffic (SLAT).
Please note any Traffic Control Personnel during construction and follow their directions accordingly.
As part of this work, minor parking restrictions will be implemented near intersections on Dean Avenue.
The majority of existing street parking on Dean Avenue will remain unchanged. Nearby property owners have been informed via an earlier notification.
Stay informed
Follow this project page for updates on construction progress, traffic impacts, and project development.
Neighbourhood bikeways are streets with low traffic and speed where people cycling and driving can safely share the road together. They play an important role in Saanich’s active transportation network by providing safe cycling connections located away from busy roads.
To learn more about bikeways in Saanich, please click here.
