Should Halifax Extend Protected Bike Lanes on Almon Street?

Official title: Almon Street Active Transportation Extension

Closed Community Planning Housing & Communities Transportation
Halifax wants to extend protected bike lanes from Agricola Street to Isleville Street. Right now, cyclists share the road with cars using painted 'sharrow' markings—not safe enough for kids or nervous riders. The city has two design options and wants your input before going to Regional Council.

Why This Matters

Bike or scooter on Almon Street? This could make your commute safer. Parents might feel comfortable letting kids ride to school. Even if you drive, fewer cars competing for road space helps everyone.

What Could Change

Protected bike lanes would replace the current shared-road markings. Option 1 adds a one-way bikeway on Agricola. Option 2 creates a two-way bikeway instead. Either way, the route would connect to existing bike infrastructure at both ends.

Key Issues

  • Should the bikeway on Agricola Street be one-way or two-way?
  • Which route best connects the existing bike network?
  • Are there specific locations along the route that need attention?

How to Participate

  1. Review the Concept Option 1 design and Concept Option 2 design to understand the proposed routes.
  2. Complete the online survey on the consultation page to share your preference.
  3. Drop a pin on the interactive map to flag specific locations you like, dislike, or have concerns about.
  4. Attend an open house on February 11 or 14, 2026 at St. Mark's Anglican Church (5522 Russell St, Halifax).

Events

Date Event Location
February 11, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Open House Session #1 St. Mark's Anglican Church, 5522 Russell St, Halifax, NS
February 14, 2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Open House Session #2 St. Mark's Anglican Church, 5522 Russell St, Halifax, NS

Key Documents