Granville Connector

We're building the first phase of the Granville Connector with the installation of new pedestrian and cyclist connections across the Granville Bridge. We're also removing the north Granville loops to create a standard street grid layout.

This work will transform the way we use the bridge by creating safer, more convenient access to active transportation and transit while enabling future improvements.

What's happeningUpgrades are underway: Plan ahead and expect delays

North end closure work is now complete

The north end of the Granville Bridge has been reconstructed and is open to traffic with new priority measures for downtown transit service.

  • Northbound through traffic on Granville Street at Drake Street is for transit vehicles, taxis, bicycles, emergency vehicles, and pedestrians only.
  • Vehicles accessing downtown will continue to use the Seymour off-ramp.
  • The blocks of Granville Street between Drake Street and Smithe Street will continue to be accessed by all vehicles from east-west streets.
  • Southbound through traffic on Granville Street is open to all modes of transportation.

Temporary sidewalk closures

Starting in October, the west sidewalk on the bridge will be temporarily closed for public safety as construction continues.

Pedestrians should use the east sidewalk of the bridge or the Burrard Street Bridge as an alternative. Cyclists can continue to share the road with other vehicles.

Bridge deck work

The speed limit has been temporarily reduced to 30 km per hour to safely accommodate construction on the bridge deck. During most days, a minimum of 2 lanes of traffic are retained in each direction. There will be some night time reductions down to 1 lane (each direction) to accommodate activities such as line removal and painting. 

Bridge deck upgrades include:

  • Traffic islands to provide more pedestrian space
  • Traffic signals
  • Gravity barriers
  • Bicycle friendly expansion joint cover plates
  • Paint markings

Overnight work on southbound ramps

Starting on September 16, 2024, the Howe Street on-ramp is expected to be closed overnight from approximately 9:30pm to 6:30am for an estimated 8 weeks. Some noise is expected because of the nature of the work (primarily line removal, line painting, and other less noisy construction activities)

A noise by-law exception permit allows this construction project to proceed outside of normal working hours.


Details

Location

Granville Bridge

Duration

Winter 2023 to early 2025

Work hours

Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm, extended hours including some overnight work (8pm to 7am) and weekend work as needed.


Improvements


How this construction may affect you

Construction will have no impact on marine navigation in False Creek. For more information, review the Canadian Navigable Waters Act public notice  (160 KB).

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Recommended long-term design


Timeline and milestones

The timeline is subject to change based on input and direction by Council.

  • October 31, 2012

    Transportation 2040 approved

    Council approves proposal for improved walking and cycling facilities on Granville Bridge as part of Transportation 2040 Plan

  • January 30, 2019

    Council approval

    Council approves moving forward with public engagement to inform additional design options as part of improvements along Granville Bridge

  • April 2019

    Phase 1

    Public consultation launches to inform the design of a new path along Granville Bridge. We asked for feedback on our draft goals, how you use the bridge today, as well as hopes, concerns, and ideas about the project.

  • September 2019

    Phase 2

    City launches the second phase of public engagement. We asked for feedback on 6 design options that reflect the feedback from phase 1.

  • Early 2020

    Phase 3

    Based on Phase 2 input, the recommended 'West Side +' design was shared to gauge support, and for additional input for further refinements

  • September 2020

    Council decision

    Final recommendations presented to Council, and Council votes to endorse the long-term concept and approves moving forward with an interim design as part of this Capital Plan

  • Late 2021

    Final design

    Work with consulting team to finalize project's design and construction planning

  • Early 2023

    Construction begins on interim design

  • Fall 2023

    North loops removed

  • Spring to summer 2024

    North end section of bridge replaced

  • We are here
  • Fall 2024

    Granville Street bridge access reopens

  • To be determined

    Long-term design implementation


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