CIMA+ was engaged by the Town of Cochrane to coordinate and manage the development of a town-wide active transportation strategy. Our scope included advancing broader mobility objectives, policy development, trail and path network design, traffic and transportation assessments as well as public engagement and outreach.
For the Town of Grimsby, we developed a long-range strategic plan to guide trail infrastructure development, design, implementation, funding and programming. Our services included trail planning, public consultation, branding and signage design. Through technical analyses and extensive community engagement, we developed a future trails network that aligns with the Town’s sustainability and public health goals.
In Kawartha Lakes, we collaborated with the City’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Department to update its 2006 Trails Master Plan. The project focused on assessing challenges and proposing a forward-looking trail strategy. Our work included identifying missing linkages, proposing branded loop routes and recommending updated design and maintenance standards. The project was integrated into the City’s Active Transportation Master Plan to ensure cohesive planning across sectors. Public and stakeholder engagement played a key role, building local support and informing planning decisions.
For Trent Hills, our team coordinated and managed the planning and design of an Active Transportation and Trails Plan, providing consultation for its development as the Municipality’s long-term action plan.
Community connectivity and meaningful local experiences
Branded loop routes in Kawartha Lakes were designed to link major communities and highlight natural features and key destinations, creating engaging and identifiable trail experiences. These loops aim to promote tourism, increase trail usage, and foster a strong sense of community identity by celebrating the area’s unique character. By providing consistent wayfinding and connecting dynamic, activity-rich spaces, the branded routes contribute to a more cohesive and accessible trail network that supports both recreational and economic development goals.
Our involvement in advanced feasibility studies for priority trails, as well as the development of clear design concepts and guidelines, has contributed to the revitalization of these outdoor spaces in several thriving Ontario communities. At CIMA+, we don’t just design trails, we create pathways to stronger, more active and more resilient communities.