Road Work News

Section of Oliver Road to Close for Storm Sewer Work

Oliver Road will be closed to through traffic between Dalton Avenue and Enniskillen Avenue beginning on Monday, June 22, to allow for storm sewer replacement work.

During the closure, detour signage will be in place, with traffic routed around the construction zone via Balmoral Street, John Street, and Ray Boulevard. The work is expected to take approximately six weeks to complete.

Sidewalks between Dalton Avenue and Enniskillen Avenue will be closed during construction. The Oliver Road Community...

John and Balmoral Intersection to Close for Repaving

The John Street and Balmoral Street intersection will be closed intermittently to traffic beginning on Thursday, June 18 to allow for repaving work.

The closure is expected to last approximately two days. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes during this time.

This work supports the City’s ongoing commitment to maintaining reliable transportation infrastructure that keeps Thunder Bay connected and supports future growth.

During construction:

• While work is being completed on the John...

Turn Lane at Harbour Expressway & Golf Links Intersection to Close

The eastbound left turn lane will be closed to traffic at the Harbour Expressway & Golf Links Road intersection beginning Thursday, June 18 to support roadway improvement work.

The closure is expected to last two days, reopening the evening of Friday, June 19. Work will then continue within the median area at this location. Please use alternative routes during this time.

The work includes construction of an additional left turn lane on the Harbour Expressway to improve traffic flow in this area.

City of Thunder Bay Expands Downtown Revitalization Efforts to Cumberland Street

Reconstruction of a portion of Cumberland Street will begin next week and will require road closures for several weeks.

As part of the City’s latest downtown revitalization initiative, the project will introduce extended patio space, decorative concrete, and landscaping to the downtown core. The work will also include replacement of sanitary sewers and watermains. Local businesses will remain open throughout the construction, with pedestrian access always maintained.

The first phase of...

Road Work Ahead: June 2026 Construction Projects

The City of Thunder Bay is sharing details of construction projects expected to impact vehicular, cycling, and pedestrian travel in the month of June.

The City is investing approximately $60 million in 2026 to maintain, improve, and expand Thunder Bay’s roads, bridges, sidewalks, trails, watermains, and other infrastructure that residents rely on every day.

While this work is essential to our community, it can result in travel delays. The City aims to minimize disruption by sharing project...