The Technical and Stormwater Operations section of the Operations Department, in collaboration with the Corporate Asset Management Department, consistently strive to ensure that the City’s assets are adequately maintained in the most cost-effective manner. Staff routinely undertake inspections of stormwater assets to ensure the safety and reliability of public infrastructure and surrounding lands, as well as the protection of the local environment.
The watercourse restoration projects being delivered in 2025 demonstrate stewardship for both the City’s assets and the natural environment. By addressing erosion issues promptly, and not allowing the conditions to worsen, the City is able to avoid harmful impacts to the surrounding urban environment, including roadways, and other critical infrastructure, as well as private lands.
These watercourse restoration projects use “bio-engineering” design and construction strategies (in other words, the construction includes natural materials such as boulders, cobbles, and plantings), and are designed by a fluvial geomorphologist retained by the City. It is found that natural materials tend to outperform manufactured materials in terms of overall cost, service life, aesthetics, and ecological benefit.
Project Updates
March 5, 2025
A temporary trail closure will be in effect at the Bayview Drive DOLRA on March 12 & 13 to remove select trees. Access to the natural area/trails behind the park will be accessible through the large fenced area. The temporary trail access route is shown on the map below. Signage will be in place onsite.
The timing of these tree removals is in accordance with the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994. Additional trees and shrubs will be planted upon completion of the project.
Sites 1 & 2: Kidds Creek at Donald Street Park
This operational project will address active erosion within two sections of Kidd’s Creek affecting public and private property. One located within Donald Park and the second located between Donald Street and Henry Steet. The project will consist of bank and channel bed stabilization with goal of preventing further erosion.
Site 3: Mapleview Drive East (Bayview Drive DOLRA)
This operational project will address ongoing erosion within a tributary of Lover’s Creek which threatens an existing retaining wall supporting the roadway and underground infrastructure within the Mapleview Drive East corridor. This watercourse restoration work will locally realign the creek channel and stabilize the banks to ensure the long-term safety and reliability of Mapleview Drive East. Temporary trail closures are necessary to complete this critical work, and the City greatly appreciates the patience and understanding of park users during this time.
