Notice Date: October 6, 2026
What’s happening:
MTE is drilling boreholes on Ontario Street and Wood Street to complete geotechnical investigations.
Why:
Geotechnical investigations are required to progress the design of the reconstruction of Ontario Street and Wood Street.
When:
Drilling will take place on Thursday, October 29, Friday, October 30 and Monday, November 2.
Changes during construction:
Traffic lanes: Drilling activities and equipment may block portions of the roadway temporarily. Traffic flow will be maintained in both directions with flagging if needed. A full road closure is not planned, however delays should be expected.
Sidewalks: Sidewalks will remain open during the drilling activities.
Private driveway access: Drilling activities and equipment movement may temporarily impact access to private property.
Waste Containers/Barrels: During the geotechnical activities, waste barrels may be used to temporarily hold investigation-derived waste (IDW), such as excess drill cuttings, core spoils, and purged groundwater. These barrels will be temporarily stored on the City’s right-of-way at the intersection of Ontario Street and York Road. The barrels will be clearly labelled and any material they contain will be non-hazardous.
Map of construction area
For more informaiton
For more information about the project, or if you require this document to be provided in an alternative format as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), please contact [email protected] or visit guelph.ca/construction
