Road Work News

Centennial Park trails to close at Highway 11/17 underpass

Due to construction on the Current River Bridge, multi-use trails at Centennial Park will be closed to the public in the area of Highway 11/17 beginning on June 17.

Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation will be conducting rehabilitation on the Current River Bridge over the summer. During construction, Highway 11/17 traffic on the eastbound bridge will be reduced to one lane with a maximum speed of 70 km/h.

To accommodate this work, the City will close the sections of trail at Centennial Park that...

2024 road work is underway

The City of Thunder Bay is investing $42 million in 2024 to fund important infrastructure work including road rehabilitation, sidewalk replacement, sewer and watermain repairs and replacements, and bridge and culvert renewal.

A number of projects have already begun, and many more will be undertaken throughout the summer construction season.

While this work is essential to maintain our city’s infrastructure, it can result in road closures, detours, and delays for travelers. The City hopes to...

Mountdale Boat Launch to close for renewal

The Mountdale Boat Launch is scheduled to close for improvements starting Monday, June 3.

The boat launch and the park area will be closed to the public as the work gets underway, with completion expected by September 30, dependent on weather. The City thanks users for their patience during this closure.

The Mission Island Boat Lauch remains available to the public on 107th Avenue on Mission Island.

Improvements at the Mountdale Boat Launch include paving the parking area, with dedicated spots for...

Work begins on Memorial & Harbour Expressway Intersection

Travelers are reminded to expect some detours and delays as reconstruction work begins at the Memorial Avenue and Harbour Expressway intersection.

Overnight work will begin one day earlier than previously announced, with the intersection partially closed between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. starting on Monday, May 27 and ending Saturday, June 1.

The intersection will be closed at Memorial Avenue but continue to allow through traffic on the Harbour Expressway on Monday and Tuesday. Later in the week,...

Work to close section of Oliver Road starting Tuesday

Infrastructure work associated with a new development will temporarily close a portion of Oliver Road starting on May 28.

Oliver Road will close between Burwood Road and Conservation Road on the morning of Tuesday, May 28, and is scheduled to reopen by end of day on Wednesday, May 29. This closure will impact access to the Thunder Bay Expressway via Oliver Road.

A posted detour will reroute travelers on Oliver via Burwood Road, Central Avenue, and Golf Links Road. Drivers are encouraged to avoid...