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 construction will start the week of June 8, with the closure of Cumberland Street between Pearl and Park Streets. Phases 2 and 3 will extend from Park Avenue to Red River Road, and from Red River Road to Van Norman Street. The final phase, from Van Norman Street to Tupper Street, is anticipated to begin in 2027.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit thunderbay.ca/cumberland for project details, timelines, and ongoing updates.

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Contact:       Brian Newman, Senior Project Engineer, 807-625-2521