Highway 97 - Commonwealth Road Improvements

The Commonwealth Road Improvements project will develop preliminary design for improvements at the Highway 97/Commonwealth Road intersection and through Lake Country Town Centre. 

These improvements were identified in two recent planning studies conducted in the area:

• Highway 97 Lake Country Planning Study 2022 (Glenmore/Beaver Lake Road) 
• Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy (CO-ITS)

The preliminary design will consider opportunities that will enhance the livability and inclusivity of residential and commercial neighbourhoods that are situated along the corridor, including:

• Intersection upgrades at Highway 97 and Commonwealth Road
• Intersection upgrades at Highway 97 and Beaver Lake Road
• Highway access strategy
• Implementation of median barrier between the north end of the northbound Duck Lake pullout to south of the Duck Lake Estates housing development
• Development of a new frontage road network
• Active transportation and mobility upgrades for pedestrians and cyclists
• Safety upgrades through Lake Country Town Centre

Status

This project is currently in the preliminary design phase. This phase is scheduled for completion in spring 2025.

Community Engagement

Extensive engagement will take place throughout the preliminary design process with:

• Okanagan Indian Band
• District of Lake Country
• City of Kelowna
• General public and interested parties