Road Work News

Drilling work begins in north core

Over the coming days, residents may notice noise caused by drilling work associated with the renewal of Thunder Bay’s north core.

To minimize disruption to the public and area businesses, the work will take place during working hours Monday to Friday over the next one to two weeks.

The drilling is necessary to install street light bases along redeveloped portions of Red River Road. The decorative street lights also feature pedestrian lighting to illuminate walkways, supporting the City’s plans to...

North Core reconstruction moving to next phase

Work to renew Thunder Bay’s North Core is proceeding to its next phase, with the closure of Red River Road extending to Court Street starting on Tuesday, July 2.

During this phase of construction, Red River Road will be closed to vehicular traffic between Court Street and Cumberland Street.

Pedestrian access to businesses on both sides of Red River Road will remain available.

The intersection of Red River Road and Cumberland Street is expected to reopen by late summer, while work proceeds on other...

Section of Rosslyn Road closed for watermain repairs

Rosslyn Road will be closed at Pomona Drive as of 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 17 in order to complete watermain repairs.

During the closure, there will be no through traffic on the closed section of Rosslyn Road. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution and expect traffic delays in the area.

The duration of the closure is expected to be approximately 16 hours.

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...