East Sixth Avenue between McBride Boulevard and Cumberland Street in New Westminster has single-lane alternating traffic between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., as needed, until October 23, 2026. The City says final works on its East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements are underway, and the corner of McBride Boulevard and East Sixth Avenue will be repaved on October 23.
The City of New Westminster roadworks update, dated October 9, sets out the dates and hours. The City's official overview plan shows the work area along the front of the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre.
The single-lane window starts at 9 a.m., after the morning rush, so midday trips are the ones to pad, especially drop-offs at the aquatic centre, where the City already tells facility users to arrive early for programs and lessons.
What to know
Where: East Sixth Avenue from McBride Boulevard east to Cumberland Street, past Ginger Drive and Glenbrook Drive. The City plan shows the full block.
When: Single-lane alternating traffic from October 12 to 23, 2026, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., as needed. McBride Boulevard and East Sixth Avenue corner repaving on October 23.
Hours: The project page lists work from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays, with Saturday work possible until 6 p.m.
Impacts: The City says to expect delays, plus noise and dust from construction. Its project FAQ says access to the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre and its parking lots stays open, though short delays can happen entering or leaving, and bus stops near the work may be temporarily relocated.
What is being built: A new traffic signal at Cumberland Street, a median island and flashing beacons at Glenbrook Drive, a westbound bus stop near the centre's front door, changes to the bi-directional protected bike lane on the north side, and curb ramp, lighting, signage and paint upgrades.
What to do
- Allow extra time on East Sixth Avenue between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. until October 23, or use another route if you are only passing through.
- Heading to the aquatic centre midday? Leave a few minutes early, as the City advises facility users.
- Plan around the McBride Boulevard corner on October 23, when it is being repaved.
- If you ride the bus here, check TransLink alerts for any temporary stop moves.
- Questions go to the City of New Westminster transportation team listed on the roadworks page.
Sources
- City of New Westminster: East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements (roadworks update, October 9, 2026)
- City of New Westminster: East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements project page
- City of New Westminster: East Sixth Avenue overview plan
- City of New Westminster: East Sixth Avenue FAQ (PDF)
