The Municipality is currently working on the development of three community access points to the Gatineau River.

By spring 2026, residents will be able to enjoy:

A universally accessible community dock with a 125-meter open-water swimming corridor (in front of Farm Point Park)
A launching ramp for non-motorized boats (in front of the Farm Point community center)
A launching ramp for non-motorized boats (at the end of Burnett Road)

Please note that no closure of the boat ramp in front of the Farm Point Community Center is planned for 2025.

A two-phase project

The work is divided into two phases to ensure gradual and safe implementation, while complying with environmental standards and regulatory requirements.

Phase 1 - Ongoing

Farm Point – Community dock and swimming corridor

Renovation of the service chalet with the addition of washrooms and changing rooms
Redevelopment of the Farm Point park parking lot
Application and obtaining of the necessary authorizations from various government authorities
Design and purchase of a universally accessible public dock
Opening of the guardrail
Addition of a pedestrian crossing between the parking lot and the community dock
Extension of the 30 km/h zone in front of Farm Point Park

Farm Point – Ramp for non-motorized boats

Installation of chicanes to close the access ramp if necessary
Installation of signs for boating safety regulations
Installation of no-parking signs along entrance to community center (331 chemin de la Rivière)

Chemin Burnett - Ramp for non-motorized boats

Preparation of plans and specifications for the redevelopment of the intersection of Voie Verte and Chemin Burnett and the creation of a public parking lot
Preparation of a landscape architecture plan for :
- Control erosion
- Ensure harmonious cohabitation with the neighborhood
Installation of temporary no-parking signs along chemin Burnett
Start of work on the intersection of Voie verte and chemin Burnett

Phase 2 - 2026

Farm Point – Community dock and swimming corridor

Installation of dock and 125-metre swimming corridor
Installation of signs on permitted uses and boating safety regulations
Official opening of water access

Chemin Burnett – Ramp for non-motorized boats

Finalization of landscaping work
Installation of signs on permitted uses and boating safety regulations
Official opening

Update - Water access ramp for motorized boats

Listening to its citizens, Chelsea's municipal council has adopted a resolution mandating the administration to analyze the feasibility of developing an official water access ramp for motorized boats that complies with current regulations. Know more.