Lakewood of Strathmore continues expanding local pathway system

By John Watson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Strathmore’s walking pathway system is soon to be expanded, with another kilometer being set for construction throughout the Lakewood of Strathmore neighborhood.

Scott Silva, director of sales and marketing for Lakewood of Strathmore, explained as the community expands into its new phases, the team aims to continuously add new features and amenities.

“One of the great features right now is a pathway that we have around Brave Park and also around our small pond. Now, we are building our next pathway which is going to be close to a full kilometer, if not over, when we are done,” said Silva. 

“Our nine-acre storm pond, which is going to be part of Phase 2B, is going to have a pathway all the way around it just like how it is in our small pond in Phase 1.”

Among the ongoing amenities developments throughout Lakewood of Strathmore, Silva added the pathway system will be expanded further during each respective development phase. 

All of the new homes to see construction in the upcoming phase will have direct access to the pathway system which they will be backed onto.

“(Residents) will be able to go right out their backyard and jump on that path system and go around and enjoy the community. Ultimately, when we are done, Lakewood is going to have close to five kms or more of pathways in and around our community,” he said. “It gives not only a chance for everybody to get out and walk around and get some exercise, you will see all kinds of activities from everybody rollerblading, walking, all kinds of kids out there having fun … it is a great time out there.”

Building onto the existing pathway systems is being considered both an investment from the developers into the community, as well as simply an integral part of creating a new community. 

Silva added the presence of an extensive local pathway network serves to exemplify the community, allows people to navigate through it, and be able to more easily interact with their neighbours. 

“Not only is it a recreational and physical activity component, but it really helps increase that level of awareness of your community … and that knowledge of your neighbours and build lifelong friendships whether children (become) friends, or even all the way up to adults,” said Silva. “The pathway is already underway right now, so we should have it completed here in the next couple of weeks. We have got some footage that will be shown on social media of the pathways and what is happening, but it will be available to use this summer.”