Tawatinâ Bridge, Railway bridge in Edmonton, Canada
The Tawatinâ Bridge crosses the North Saskatchewan River with a concrete box girder structure that measures 260 meters long. Beneath the two railway tracks runs an 8-meter-wide shared path for pedestrians and cyclists connecting downtown Edmonton to Mill Woods.
This structure was built as part of the Valley Line Southeast extension and opened to the public in November 2023. The project represented a major step forward in expanding Edmonton's light rail network.
The name Tawatinâ comes from the Cree language and means valley. This choice reflects the area's Indigenous roots and is reinforced by the artworks displayed along the pedestrian path.
The wide pedestrian path provides a smooth crossing between the two neighborhoods without interference from train traffic. The route is best explored during daylight when you can fully appreciate the landscape and artworks along the way.
The bridge displays around 550 artworks by Métis artist David Garneau alongside other Indigenous and non-Indigenous creators. This collection turns the walk beneath the tracks into a gallery showcasing local artistic voices and perspectives.
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