Welcome to Garrison Crossing

Once part of the Canadian Forces Base in Chilliwack, Garrison Crossing was acquired by Canada Lands Company in 2001 from the Department of National Defence. The 61-hectare (153-acre) redevelopment was modeled on the principles of “new urbanism” and represents one of Canada Lands’ larger revitalization projects. The Garrison Crossing development complements Chilliwack’s existing natural surroundings and promotes social integration, connectivity and engagement within the community to increase the property’s overall environmental and social value. The development was intentionally designed to be pedestrian-friendly, with a central boulevard linked to a network of bikeways, walking pathways and the implementation of narrow roadways to calm street traffic and make the community safer for everyone. Nature trails allow the community to walk to the nearby elementary school, as well as a new community centre and the Garrison Village retail space. Part of the Garrison Crossing redevelopment included the preservation of most mature trees on the site, including the dedication of a 1-hectare (2.5-acre) Douglas Fir forest as a park. The installation of a complete stormwater collection system and implementation of a treatment and groundwater recharge system helped protect the city’s drinking water aquifer. Demolition materials like concrete and asphalt were also recycled with on-site crushing for use as a base material in newly built roadbeds.