Construction of a new raised crosswalk at Abbott Street and Royal Avenue will start Oct. 18, and continue through mid-November.

Single-lane alternating traffic is expected throughout the duration of the construction.

According to a City of Kelowna release, the crosswalk project will improve pedestrian safety by providing a direct connection to Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) and links to the existing sidewalk network on Royal Ave., Royal Beach and the Abbott Active Transportation Corridor.

The project is being delivered through the city含羞草研究社檚 annual Crosswalk Program which invests in infrastructure to make walking a safer, more comfortable, and viable way to travel through Kelowna and to support the city含羞草研究社檚 long-term goals of protecting our environment, promoting active transportation, and improving community health.

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