Grimsby Recreational Trails Master Plan

The Town of Grimsby is excited to announce the successful completion of the Town-wide Recreational Trails Master Plan. This milestone was reached with the endorsement of the plan by the Community Services Standing Committee on November 28, 2023, where it was recognized as the foundational framework for future recreational trail development in the Town. Subsequently, on December 4, 2023, the Town Council officially backed the Recreational Trails Master Plan by approving the Community Services Committee meeting minutes, affirming their support for this comprehensive initiative.

This master plan represents the culmination of extensive efforts to establish a forward-looking strategy that spans the next two decades. Key aspects of the plan include:

• Providing a definitive blueprint for planning, designing, and executing trails over the next 20 years.
• Embracing and showcasing the natural and cultural significance of areas across the Town.
• Seamlessly integrating trails into the ongoing development and expansion of Grimsby.
• Leveraging insights from past successes and experiences within the Town and similar municipalities.
• Facilitating trail planning, design, and construction activities involving Town staff and collaborative partners.

The project encompasses a diverse range of trails, primarily off-road, catering to walking, cycling, and other forms of active recreation. Notably, the plan encompasses the renowned Bruce Trail and park pathways, trails in natural areas, hydro corridors, and extensive rail connections. Moreover, it emphasizes pathway access to waterfront areas and promotes multi-use pathways in lieu of conventional sidewalks.

The plan also prioritizes establishing more comprehensive connectivity by identifying and designing select on-road connections, with a preference for leveraging existing or previously proposed linkages. Through these concerted efforts, the Town of Grimsby aims to enhance accessibility, promote active lifestyles, and foster greater community engagement with its natural and recreational assets.