The City of Chestermere hereby gives notice that an application has been submitted to Transport
Canada — Navigable Waters Protection Program in connection with planned construction activities
at the Chestermere Boulevard Bridge (Structure BF 1049). This notice is issued pursuant to the
requirements of the Canadian Navigable Waters Act and is being posted for a minimum period of 30
consecutive days.
As part of this process, and to ensure the safety of the public, construction workers, and waterway
users, a temporary restriction on boating through the channel beneath the Chestermere Boulevard
Bridge will be required during the construction period.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Structure: Chestermere Boulevard Bridge (BF 1049)
Waterway: Chestermere Lake Outflow Channel
Restriction Period: Summer 2026 (exact dates to be confirmed)
Regulatory Authority: Transport Canada — Navigable Waters Protection Program
Applicable Legislation: Canadian Navigable Waters Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. N-22)
NATURE OF THE TEMPORARY RESTRICTION
To accommodate active construction operations beneath and adjacent to the bridge structure, the
navigable channel will be subject to intermittent restrictions. The following measures will be in effect
during the construction period:
- Boat traffic beneath the Chestermere Boulevard Bridge may be temporarily halted for periods
of up to 15 minutes at a time to allow for safe execution of construction tasks. - Trained flaggers and on-site personnel will be stationed at the bridge to direct and manage
waterway traffic, coordinate safe passage, and communicate hold periods to boaters. - Warning signage will be installed at the bridge site and at all nearby public boat launch
locations prior to commencement of restrictions, providing boaters with adequate notice of
potential delays. - All restrictions will be implemented in a manner that minimizes inconvenience to waterway
users while ensuring the safety of both the public and construction crews. - Boaters approaching the restricted area during an active hold are asked to remain clear of the
channel, reduce speed, and await direction from on-site flaggers before proceeding.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & PURPOSE OF THIS NOTICE
This Public Notice fulfills the mandatory public advertisement requirement under the Canadian
Navigable Waters Act and associated Transport Canada regulations. The City of Chestermere is
committed to conducting all construction activities in full compliance with federal navigable waters
legislation and to providing timely, transparent communication to all affected waterway users.
This notice shall remain publicly posted for a minimum of 30 consecutive days from the date of
issuance. Any comments, objections, or inquiries submitted during the public notice period will be
reviewed in accordance with Transport Canada’s review and approval process.
STAYING INFORMED
The City of Chestermere recognizes that temporary disruptions to waterway access can impact
recreational users and other stakeholders. We are committed to providing clear, timely updates
throughout the construction period. Information will be communicated through the following channels:
• City of Chestermere: https://thecityofchestermere.ca/category/newsflash/
• On-site signage posted at the Chestermere Boulevard Bridge and at public boat launch
locations on Chestermere Lake.
• Updates to confirmed restriction dates and any changes to the construction schedule will be
posted as soon as information becomes available.
SUBMISSION OF COMMENTS OR OBJECTIONS
Members of the public, First Nations, and other interested parties who wish to submit comments or
objections regarding this application are invited to do so in writing within the 30-day public notice
period. Submissions should clearly reference “Chestermere Boulevard Bridge — BF 1049 —
Navigable Waters Application” and may be directed to the contact listed below. All written
submissions received within the notice period will be forwarded to Transport Canada as part of the
application file.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department: Community Growth & Infrastructure (CGI) – Project Management Office
Address: City of Chestermere, 105 Marina Road, Chestermere, AB T1X 1V7
Email: pmo@chestermere.ca
Website: www.chestermere.ca