The Crofton Wharf will remain open as Fisheries and Oceans Canada begins the first phase of planned upgrades.
In a statement, North Cowichan Mayor Rob Douglas said phase one will include replacing the existing building and other structures.
“The work includes repairs to the fire line, flotation, connections, deck boards and bull rails, as well as the replacement of the existing building with a new wharf manager’s office,” Douglas said.
Photo credit: Rob Douglas social media
Repairs will then move to parking improvements, which will require the lot to close to vehicles starting in March, Douglas said.
“This work is expected to take approximately three days and will include paving, line painting and new curb stops,” he said. “During this time, the parking lot will be closed to the public and all vehicles will need to be relocated.”
All construction costs for the upgrades are being covered by Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
The wharf is owned by the federal government and operated by the municipality.
