Infrastructure, Signage and Adaptation

Building a safe, connected Trail 

Whether it’s repairing a damaged bridge, resurfacing a section of trail or installing wayfinding signs, Trans Canada Trail’s Infrastructure, Maintenance, and Signage program provides crucial support for the. By offering funding, expertise and resources, we are helping local groups enhance the state of their trails, improve visitor experience and ensure a sustainable future for Canada’s nationwide trail system.   

Services and Supports

 

Trans Canada Trail provides a variety of services to support infrastructure improvements, maintenance and signage projects across the trail sector, including: 

  • Funding for maintenance, adaptation, major and minor trail repairs, and safety upgrades 
  • Resources for planning, designing and construction of new trails 
  • Signage planning and installation support, including wayfinding and trailhead/interpretive guidance 
  • Greenway planning and best-practice advice 

Funding

Infrastructure and Adaptation

Provides financial support for major and minor repairs, maintenance, destination development, safety upgrades, new trail construction, and active transportation projects to ensure the Trail remains accessible and resilient in the face of changing environmental and usage conditions. Apply through the Trail Catalyst Fund.

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Infrastructure and Adaptation

Provides financial support for major and minor repairs, maintenance, destination development, safety upgrades, new trail construction, and active transportation projects to ensure the Trail remains accessible and resilient in the face of changing environmental and usage conditions. Apply through the Trail Catalyst Fund.

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Signage

Supports the installation of clear, consistent, and branded signage to improve navigation, safety, education, and overall trail experience across the network. Apply through the Trail Catalyst Fund.

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Signage

Supports the installation of clear, consistent, and branded signage to improve navigation, safety, education, and overall trail experience across the network. Apply through the Trail Catalyst Fund.

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Tools and Resources

 

Trans Canada Trail provides practical tools and educational resources that can help trail organizations across the country expand their knowledge base and improve their trails. Tools and resources supporting infrastructure, signage and adaptation include:

Trans Canada Trail’s Infrastructure, Signage and Adaptation program is generously supported by: