Neighbourhood Greenway: Cedar Cottage
Developed in 1994, the Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood Greenway transformed an unopened portion of 19th Avenue into a park-like connection between the surrounding residential neighbourhood and Tyne Elementary School. The project was initiated and built by the local community and over the years it has been maintained by various groups within the community with assistance from the City.
Its design features a winding red brick path, gazebo with seating beneath, beautiful gardens and pedestrian lighting. Public art in the form of pebble mosaics are set into the garden along the path. Funding for this project was in part from a Park Board Neighbourhood Matching Grant and the City's Public Art Program.
Cedar Cottage Revitalization Project: 2009 & 2010
In 2009, Cedar Cottage Greenway received a Host a City Happening Grant, supported by the Olympic and Paralympic Legacy Fund to undertake a revitalization of the greenway and restore it to its original beauty. The project was an opportunity to bring the community together in celebration of the 2010 Games, creating memories of working together to renew a valuable communal resource and public space. Through the efforts of dedicated volunteers, a number of work parties and events were organized throughout the year. The grant enabled a creative community process that strengthened participation in the greenway and connected neighbours in the spirit of the games.
The main feature is the new Welcome Mosaic. This is a colourful art installation at the west entrance to the greenway created by grade 5 students at Tyee and Lord Selkirk Elementary schools with the guidance of mosaic artist, Corinna Hanson. The mosaic is a lasting legacy that highlights the Olympic and Paralympic values of friendship, solidarity, peace, fair play, optimism, inspiration and empowerment.
