Calgary is overhauling the signage in its extensive Plus-15 skywalk system to improve navigation and accessibility, per a CityNews Calgary report.

The elevated network stretches over 16 kilometres and includes more than 86 weather-protected bridges, linking key downtown destinations. Since launching in 1969 with a single bridge, the system has relied on signage designed decades ago by a graphic designer.

According to CityNews, the city is now rolling out updated signs featuring icons that highlight nearby amenities such as food courts and shopping areas. “We are replacing the signs so that it makes wayfinding easier for Calgarians to better understand where they are going around the network,” said Steve Wyton, the city’s manager of asset planning. “As well to ensure accessibility throughout our network.”

Crews plan to install the new signs in city-owned buildings by the end of June and will follow with updates in privately owned buildings later this year, CityNews reported.

In addition to the signage refresh, the city has launched a study to explore creative upgrades to the system, including new public art. Currently, local photography is on display on the Plus-15 bridge linking Suncor Energy to Bow Valley Square. Another bridge, between City Hall and the Glenbow Museum, regularly features work by emerging artists.

To carry out the upgrades, the city will temporarily close several bridges throughout the network as work progresses.