Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek (centre) cuts the ribbon to officially open the new East Village area of town. (submitted photo)

By NanaimoNewsNOW Staff

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Phase 2 of downtown Qualicum Beach improvements officially opens

Aug 24, 2023 | 2:26 PM

QUALICUM BEACH — Increased pedestrian access and a new space for community events are part of a now completed update in town.

Phase 2 of the East Village Revitalization was officially opened on Thursday, Aug. 24, bringing an end to a project which overhauled the look and feel of the area, while making it safer and more attractive for both residents and visitors.

New roadwork along Second Ave. East, paving, lights, landscaping and more highlighted the project, which also saw improved accessibility for all users.

“Second Avenue East was also designed to provide opportunities for community gatherings,” a release from the Town read. “There are multiple servicing kiosks, equipped with power to accommodate mobile vendors and community events.”

The planned layout for the new East Village, located along Second Ave. and Berwick Rd. in Qualicum Beach. (Town of Qualicum Beach)

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Retractable street control devices will also help mobile vendors and event traffic be able to more effectively use the space.

Work continues on a 72-unit housing and commercial complex in the area, which will tie into existing design elements and recent upgrades.

Envisioned for years, the new East Village has been described as “a new face, a new evolution” by Town staff in the past.

Phase one was completed in late 2022.

The new revamp of an area in Qualicum Beach was designed to attract more tourists and tech companies to the town. (Town of Qualicum Beach)

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