Road work/Vernon Matters Staff

By Vernon Matters Staff

Road work

West Kelowna set to launch major summer construction projects

Jun 5, 2025 | 11:16 AM

The City of West Kelowna is preparing for a busy construction season, with several major infrastructure upgrades set to begin in the coming weeks.

In a statement issued late Wednesday, city officials said the work will focus on “key infrastructure upgrades, including sidewalk extensions, active transportation and intersection improvements, and essential roadway and drainage enhancements throughout the community.”

One of the most significant projects is the $4.35-million overhaul of the intersection at Butt Road and Old Okanagan Highway. Construction is expected to start in the coming weeks and will require an intersection closure and detours. The upgrades will include additional left-turn lanes in all directions, a westbound right-turn lane on Butt Road, 350 metres of new sidewalk, 640 metres of dedicated bike lanes, 174 metres of new watermain, and drainage improvements near Westbank Creek.

“This project is a strategic priority of mayor and council under the Invest in Infrastructure pillar,” officials said in the release, noting the work is being carried out in partnership with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit and Westbank First Nation. Completion is anticipated by late fall.

Another key project getting underway is the Horizon Drive Active Transportation Corridor. The city says the $2 million project will add 1.1 kilometres of new sidewalks, curbs and gutters on the west side of Horizon Drive, along with 2.2 kilometres of new dedicated bike lanes on both sides of the road. Plans also include new signage, upgraded lighting, and stormwater improvements. The province is contributing up to $500,000 through the B.C. Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program.

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The city’s annual Road Rehabilitation Program will also roll out this summer, with resurfacing prioritized based on asphalt condition, drainage concerns and overall safety. That work will continue into the fall and is being supported by federal and provincial funding under the Canada–Community Building Fund.

“As West Kelowna continues to grow, infrastructure upgrades remain a priority,” the city said. “We understand that roadwork can be disruptive, and we thank residents for their patience as we work to deliver long-term improvements to our streets and neighbourhoods.”

Residents are advised to expect delays, follow posted detours, and use caution in construction zones.

Project maps, detour details and regular updates are available at OurWK.ca. Residents can also subscribe for alerts at westkelownacity.ca/subscribe.