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MattersTransportationBylaw Nos. 2181 & 2233First seen Nov 26, 2025Last discussed Mar 16, 2026

Streets and traffic bylaws

Adopted

A new rulebook replaces the 1995 traffic bylaw and combines rules for truck routes, sidewalks and other street uses. It updates parking and street-use requirements, adds permits and fees, and regulates micromobility, affecting how residents travel, park and use public streets.

Where it stands: Both bylaws adopted Mar 16, 2026.

Governing bylawNo. 177In force, as amended

Municipal Parks Bylaw

Park visitors must follow park hours and posted notices, protect park features, and avoid activities such as unauthorized camping, fires, sales, or cannabis smoking. Organized events require a City park permit and $5 million liability insurance; violations can result in removal of belongings and fines.

Key rules and full textOfficial PDF

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. March 16, 2026· Council

    Both streets and traffic bylaws adopted

    Adopted 7–0

    Final approval. The bylaw is now in force.

  2. December 1, 2025· Council

    Three readings given to the new streets and traffic bylaw

    Passed 6–0

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.

  3. December 1, 2025· Council

    Three readings given to the miscellaneous amending bylaw

    Passed 6–0

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.

  4. December 1, 2025· Council

    Council approves wording changes and directs consideration of both bylaws

    Passed 6–0

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.

  5. December 1, 2025·Public comment
    • Anne Laman (Langford)Concerned · Veterans Park expansion
      Urges council to assess widening Fairway Avenue before closing Aldwyn Road, citing diverted neighborhood traffic, heavy truck use, and the road’s narrow width.

  6. November 26, 2025· Advisory Committee

    Committee recommends new streets and traffic bylaws with wording changes

    Committee considered the proposed Streets and Traffic Bylaw No. 2233 (and companion amending bylaw No. 2181) and recommended Council give first, second and third readings, with a wording amendment to section 22(2)(a).

    Decision: Amended section 22(2)(a) to add separated before bicycle lane and paved before multi-use pathway.

    Passed 6–1· Against: Chris Foxall

    Decision: Recommended adding separated and paved to section 22(2)(a) and giving first, second and third readings.

    Passed 6–1· Against: Chris Foxall

    Decision: Withdrawn the proposed wording change removing bicycle lane or from section 22(2)(a).

    Withdrawn

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