From the balcony we have two huge new towers that block a bit of our view to the southwest and down the Fraser River. The development has been going on for a very long time. Of course, the land along the river had to be prepared for such large buildings. The project is well over one year late most probably due to COVID-19 supply chain issues and delays.
During these years of ongoing construction, we have felt somewhat cut off from the New Westminster Quay. However, earlier this week, we noticed cars and pedestrians walking along a formerly closed street next to Pier West. We decided that a Sunday morning walk was required so we could see the area for ourselves.
The restaurants in the Quay were busy even though the main walkway over the train tracks to the Hyack Square was closed. We could not walk all the way to Westminster Pier Park along the new boardwalk but we were able to get a better idea of the future.
Next summer is going to be more awesome as we will be able to reconnect with that end of the downtown riverfront.
