Fraser Valley - Station House, Community Rest Stop and Museum: Boston Bar/North Bend, British Columbia

pre-construction

The proposed project will increase access to and quality of community and culture by completing the restoration of an historic CN railway Station House to create a community rest-stop. Other amenities will include a museum to showcase the unique railway and cultural heritage. The current building is closed as it is unsafe for the public and needs restoration and upgrade to be reopened. The project works include: - restoration of the main floor (approximately 2,100 sq.ft) with baggage room, waiting area, beanery, washrooms, museum, tourist info centre, and seniors gathering room; - restoration of the upper floor (approximately 1,700 sq.ft) living quarters; - upgrades of the facility to modern building codes and standards, including electrical and water systems, energy efficiency, ventilation, lighting, telecommunications, fire safety, physical safety, security, accessibility access and egress, outdoor ramp access, and other necessary upgrades; - parking and landscaping; and - related works.