Overview
- The province announced the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge name as officials said traffic will begin shifting from the old crossing in phases, with a partial opening expected Dec. 24 and full opening targeted for February.
- stal̕əw̓asəm is understood as “a space where you can view the river,” with Riverview provided as the English name.
- Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow called the naming a milestone for hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ revitalization, and Kwantlen Chief Marilyn Gabriel emphasized the responsibilities carried by traditional names.
- The new crossing features four wider lanes with a centre median and barrier‑separated walking and cycling paths.
- The province outlined an initial traffic plan that includes a single northbound lane exiting to eastbound East Columbia via a new off‑ramp, with a one‑week closure of the new and existing bridges planned in late January.