Road Work News

Road Closures Ahead as Installation of Pride Crosswalks Begins

Installation of Pride crosswalks began at two intersections: the first at the intersection of Bay Street and Algoma Street, and the second at the intersection of Donald Street and May Street.

The crosswalk painting will necessitate partial road closures at each location until work is complete.

Algoma Street will be closed beginning Thursday, Aug. 20 from Cornwall Avenue to Dufferin Street with local traffic access only. Bay Street traffic may proceed straight through the intersection; however, north...

Pacific Avenue Bridge Reopens as Simpson Street Construction Continues

As upgrades to infrastructure along Simpson Street continue, the Pacific Avenue Bridge will reopen today or tomorrow.

Starting tomorrow, Aug. 13, Simpson Street from Pacific Avenue to Northern Avenue will be closed in both directions for grading and paving. The closure will last approximately two weeks.

Motorists are asked to drive with caution and follow posted detour routes. 

           

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Section of Water Street Closed This Week for Overpass Construction

A short section of Water Street south of the Marina Park Overpass is closed in both directions until Friday to allow the lifting of the second section of the Overpass.

Detours onto Cumberland Street North are marked. Motorists are asked to drive with caution.

 

           

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Contact:          Mike Vogrig, Project Engineer - 625-4321

Intersection of Simpson Street and Pacific Avenue, and Pacific Avenue Bridge, to Close August 10 to August 12

Starting Monday, Aug. 10, traffic in all directions at the intersection of Simpson Street and Pacific Avenue, as well as the Pacific Avenue Bridge, will be closed for three days. The closure is necessary to facilitate water main installation.

Motorists are asked to drive with caution and follow posted detour routes.

 

           

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Contact:       Brian Newman, Project Engineer - 625-2521

Section of James Street Closing Tuesday, August 4 for Line Painting

Starting at 7 am on Tuesday, August 4, James Street between Frederica Street West and Kingston Street will be closed for line painting, if weather conditions permit. The road will re-open later in the day.

Motorists are asked to observe signage and drive with caution.

 

           

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Contact:       Matthew Miedema, Project Engineer - 625-3050