Construction
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Construction notice: University Subdivision, between Edinburgh Road South, Maple Street and Water Street, Forest Street
Notice date: December 5, 2025 What’s happening: In preparation for an upcoming sewer lining project, Pipeflo will be completing a CCTV sewer investigation on behalf of the City of Guelph. Why: As part of scheduled maintenance, the City will be lining aging sewer to extend its usable life span. When: Pipeflo is planning to begin…
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Construction notice: New multi-use trail connecting Deerpath Drive to Castlebury Park
Update date: November 27, 2025Original notice date: October 14, 2025 What’s happening We’re building a new multi-use trail within the hydro corridor, connecting Deerpath Drive to Castlebury Park. The trail will extend along the western property line beside the residential lots and will connect to existing trails within the park and leading to Paisley Road.…
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The final plan for St. George’s Square is ready!
You gave us a lot of feedback this summer on the proposed design for St. George’s Square. We’ve incorporated your suggestions and are presenting the final plan to Council on December 16. The Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program is a multi-year project focused on replacing aging sewers, watermains and other critical underground infrastructure (some over a…
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Construction notice: Borehole digging on Cassino Avenue, William Street and Industrial Street starting November 24
Notice date: November 24, 2025 What’s happening: The City of Guelph has begun studying the storm and sanitary sewers on Cassino Avenue, William Street and Industrial Street. As part of the study, Englobe Corp. will be digging boreholes, on the City’s behalf, to gather information about the existing geotechnical conditions within the project area. Why:…
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Downtown Renewal (Macdonell and Allan Structures Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study)
Notice of Study Completion As part of the Downtown Renewal project, the City of Guelph has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) Study in the downtown core for the Macdonell Bridge and Allan’s Structures and Ward to Downtown pedestrian/cyclist crossing. This study was completed as a Schedule ‘B’ project, addressing Class EA Phases 1…
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Construction notice: Guelph Junction Railway Multi-Use Trail—Woolwich Street to Woodlawn Road
Notice date: June 12, 2025 Updated on: October 7, 2025 October 7 update Starting October 8, one eastbound lane on Woodlawn Road (between Nicklin and the Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery) will be closed for about two weeks. Two-way traffic will be maintained but expect some delays. What’s happening: We’re building a new multi-use trail along…
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The Family Fountain will be taken to storage as we prepare for the Downtown Revitalization construction
To prepare for the construction phase of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program starting in spring 2026, underground utility work is required to be completed. Starting in September, Alectra Utilities began replacing and upgrading the critical below-ground electrical infrastructure. Due to this work, the Family Fountain is required to be moved out of St. George’s Square…
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Construction notice: Eastview Bike Park pump track drainage adjustments
Notice date: September 26, 2025 Update | October 10, 2025: The Eastview Bike Park pump track has reopened for use. Space next to the pump track routes remains fenced off to protect the repair work on the slope and let recent naturalization planting take hold. Please stay out of the fenced-off area while enjoying the…
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Can you dig it? Join us for Diggable Downtown Day on September 18!
Guelph, ON., August 28, 2025 – We’re making big improvements to Downtown Guelph in the coming years as part of our Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP). On September 18, we’re hosting a “Diggable Downtown Day” to celebrate project milestones, showcase the detailed design, and answer all your questions about our beloved Downtown. Diggable Downtown Day…
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Lane reductions on Wyndham Street starting on September 8 and patios closing September 14
Before we can start construction on the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP), Alectra Utilities and Enbridge Gas will be replacing and upgrading below-ground infrastructure throughout Downtown. You’ll see lane reductions and sidewalk closures on Wyndham Street, Quebec Street and within St. George’s Square. Starting on September 8, Enbridge Gas will begin relocating and upgrading below-ground…
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Construction notice: Wyndham Street North temporary sidewalk closure and lane reduction starting September 15
Notice date: August 27, 2025 What’s happening: Starting the week of September 15, Alecta Utilities will begin replacing and upgrading below-ground electrical infrastructure. The work is being completed by Trans Power and involves underground work along Wyndham Street North. Every effort will be made to avoid damage to properties and to restore them to pre-…
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Construction notice: Wyndham Street North temporary sidewalk closure and parking lane closure starting September 8
Notice date: August 27, 2025 What’s happening: Starting September 8, Enbridge Gas will begin relocating and upgrading below- ground natural gas pipelines. The work is being completed by Aecon Utilities and involves underground work along: Every effort will be made to avoid damage to properties and to restore them to pre- construction conditions. We expect…
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Guelph receives $9.41 million to invest in building a stronger, connected community
Funding will help support infrastructure renewal that protects housing and improves everyday services Guelph, Ont., August 27, 2025 – The City of Guelph has been allocated $9.41 million for 2025-26 from the federal government’s Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to invest in infrastructure renewal needs that support housing and daily life — like roads, trails, and…
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Construction notice: Eastview Bike Park pump track project update
Notice date: July 23, 2025 What’s happening: We’re working on the finishing touches for the Eastview Bike Park pump track, including testing the features to make sure all project elements and water drainage routes are working as expected. We appreciate the community’s patience and support in staying out of the active construction site. Please be…
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Road work and lane reductions start in the north end of Downtown Guelph
Multiple streets are impacted including Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker Street We’re working to revitalize Downtown Guelph and we’re kicking off the summer with two projects that will impact streets in the north end of Downtown. You’ll notice local access only on Baker Street and overnight paving on Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker…
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Construction notice: Victoria Road South bike lane shifts at Arkell Road starting July 8
Notice date: June 30, 2025 What’s happening: Percon Excavating Inc. is installing a new sanitary service line along Victoria Road South to 388 Arkell Road. Why: We’re connecting the property at 388 Arkell Road to the City’s sanitary infrastructure to service future development. When: The contractor will begin construction on or around July 8, and…
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Lewis Road closed to through traffic
Guelph, Ont., June 19, 2025 – Lewis Road is closed to through traffic near the Guelph Junction Railway tracks until further notice due to safety concerns caused by road surface settlement over two culverts. The settlement has created a dip in the road that is not suitable for travel. The City is in the process…
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Construction notice: College Avenue infrastructure improvements Phase 2 starting July 2
Notice date: June 17, 2025 What’s happening: The City of Guelph is working to replace and upgrade water and wastewater infrastructure, and design and construct protected cycling infrastructure on College Avenue from Janefield Avenue to Dundas Lane. Why: The project includes works identified in the Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan. Existing cast iron watermain will…
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Construction notice: Section of East sidewalk closure on Delhi Street starting June 20
Notice date: June 18, 2025 What’s happening: Kieswetter Excavating needs to occupy the sidewalk on the east side of Delhi Street in front of 115 Delhi Street. Why: The sidewalk occupancy is needed to allow storage of materials from an excavation that is to be completed on private property near property line for the approved…
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Well testing to begin June 23 between Laird Road West and Forestell Road
As part of the Southwest Guelph Water Supply Class Environmental Assessment, the City of Guelph will begin testing at a City owned Guelph South (GSTW1-20) Test Well which is located between Laird Road West and Forestell Road. What you need to know Why is the well being tested The City of Guelph is pursuing a…
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Construction notice: Arkell Road lane shifts at Victoria Road South starting June 9
Notice date: June 2, 2025 Updated: June 12, 2025 What’s happening Percon Excavating Inc. is removing and installing new curb and asphalt along the boulevard along Arkell Road. Why The new curb install is part of the new design for the approved development at 388 Arkell Road. When The contractor will begin construction on or…
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Guelph to improve road safety and accessibility throughout 2025
Guelph, Ont., May 30, 2025 – The City is installing new traffic and bicycle signals, pedestrian crossovers, traffic calming measures and implementing Vision Zero Action Plan items across Guelph this year. These changes, including adding automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras, will help improve road safety and accessibility for people getting around Guelph by walking, cycling,…
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Speed River Trail – closure of user-created paths
in ConstructionPermanent closure of side paths near Victoria Road Notice date: April 30, 2025 About the project The City is permanently closing user-created paths that branch off the Speed River Trail near Victoria Road. Though the property is owned by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), the City has a maintenance agreement to maintain and operate…
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Sanitary sewer repair starting April 29, 2025
Speedvale Avenue East Notice Date: April 28, 2025 About this project Speedvale Avenue East sanitary sewer repair work begins on April 29, 2025. Location 55-75 Speedvale Ave E, beside Magic 106.1 radio station (along the bridge). Through the City of Guelph’s preventative maintenance program an important sanitary sewer repair on Speedvale Ave East has been…
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Lane reductions on Wellington Street East
UPDATED: September 18, 2025 The Wyndham-Wellington Water and Wastewater Capacity Improvement project focuses on replacing the sanitary sewer and watermain infrastructure along Wellington Street which is reaching the end of its life. These services will be increased in size to support housing growth within the downtown area. Sanitary sewer will also be replaced and increased…
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Silvercreek Parkway North lane closure starting April 28
Woodlawn Road to Speedvale Avenue West Notice date: April 17, 2025 Updated: June 4, 2025 About the project The City is improving Silvercreek Parkway North between Woodlawn Road and Speedvale Avenue West in two phases. Phase 1 spans from Woodlawn Road to Campbell Road and Phase 2 spans from Campbell Road to Speedvale Avenue West.…
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Exhibition Park – geotechnical field work
in ConstructionThe City is undertaking geotechnical work and soil testing in Exhibition Park, preparing for the future installation of play equipment.
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Cork Street East lane reduction starting April 22
51 Cork Street East to Wyndham Street North Notice date: April 14, 2025 About the project Ersman Const. Inc. is removing and repairing concrete sidewalk to confirm the location of the sanitary service at 55 Cork Street East. For more information about this work, please contact Connor Behenna at [email protected]. The city is supporting this…
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Join us for a York Road construction open house on April 15
Guelph, Ont., April 7, 2025 – The City of Guelph is hosting an open house on April 15 about the next phase of York Road construction (Phase 4). As part of the ongoing York Road reconstruction project, the City will continue replacing aging sewer and water pipes, and making necessary improvements to the road. This…
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College Avenue West closure starting April 7
Westbound traffic, University Avenue West to Edinburgh Road South Notice date: March 28, 2025 About the project The City of Guelph is working to design and construct updated watermain infrastructure, wastewater infrastructure, and protected cycling infrastructure on the north and south sides of College Avenue West from Janefield Avenue to Dundas Lane. Steed & Evans…
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City to begin building Emma Street to Earl Street bridge this spring
Notice date: March 13, 2025 About the project The City of Guelph is set to begin construction on the Emma Street to Earl Street active transportation bridge this spring. Working with B.T. Engineering and Looby Builders Limited site preparation will begin the end of March and bridge construction is scheduled to start in April, weather…
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Overhead electrical work on Eramosa Road starting week of March 10
Eramosa Road across from 17, 22 Orchard Crescent Notice date: February 28, 2025 About the project Alectra Utilities will be rebuilding the electrical distribution system along Eramosa Road, across from 17 Orchard Crescent and 22 Orchard Crescent. The scope will include the replacement of poles, anchors, and conductor. As a part of the rebuild, the…
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Electrical work on Wyndham Street and York Road starting March 10
Wyndham Street South – South of Howitt Street to York Road Notice date: February 28, 2025 About the project Alectra Utilities will be rebuilding the electrical distribution systems along Wyndham Street South and York Road, south of Howitt Street. The scope will include the replacement of poles, anchors, conductor, and underground services. As a part…
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Dawn Avenue closure proposed to start March 17
Clairfields Drive West to Lowes Road West Notice date: February 12, 2025 Updated: February 24, 2025 About the project The contractor J-AAR Civil Infrastructures is installing sewer and water pipes and repaving the road surface. This project supports a development project at 42 Lowes Road West. For more information about the development, please contact [email protected].…
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Omar Street closure postponed to the end of March
Alma Street North to Raglan Street Notice date: February 10, 2025 Updated: February 18, 2025 About the project Sloot Construction is installing sewer and water pipes and repaving the road surface. This project supports a development project at 9 Omar Street. For more information about the development, please contact [email protected]. The City is supporting this…
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Choosing a concept: Help redesign St. George’s Square!
Guelph, Ont., January 20, 2025 – Through the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program, we’re reimagining how people can experience St. George’s Square. There are two preliminary design concepts to reimagine how this space can be used by the community based on what we heard during previous community engagement. We want to hear from you about your…
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Alice Street closed starting April 7
Arthur Street to Huron Street Notice date: January 17, 2025 Updated: January 24, 2025 Due to Winter weather, the contractor has revised the start date from February 10 to April 7. About the project Earthx Contracting is installing sewer and water pipes and repaving the road surface. This project supports a development project at 25…
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Updated: City working to resolve water main break, Downtown Guelph
Guelph, Ont., January 15, 2025 The City is aware of a water main break on Macdonnell at Wyndham Street North in Downtown Guelph. Our staff are working diligently to complete the repairs as soon as possible. While the situation is being handled, we encourage everyone to avoid the area until repairs are complete. There are…
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Woodlawn Road West lane reductions starting March 4
Michener Road to Elmira Road Notice date: January 13, 2025 Updated: March 3, 2025 About the project Kieswetter is installing a water service near the City right of way and will occupy a lane along Woodlawn Road West. This service work is at 890 Woodlawn Road West. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Work begins…
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York Road re-opened to traffic at Victoria Road
Next stage of reconstruction starting in Spring 2025 Notice date: December 20, 2024 Thank you for your patience York Road has re-opened to traffic at Victoria Road as the City completes Phase 3 construction. This marks an important milestone for the York Road reconstruction project within the historic Ward neighbourhood. Thank you for your patience…
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Lowes Road storm sewer installation starting January 8
Gordon Street to Dawn Avenue Notice date: December 6, 2024 Updated: February 25, 2025 About the project The City of Guelph is working with Drexler Construction to install storm sewers along Lowes Road to address flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The storm sewers will be installed along Lowes Road and will connect to existing stormwater…
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Work on CNR Spurline Trail starting January 15
CNR Spurline Trail between Exhibition Street and London Road West Notice date: December 5, 2024 Updated: March 4, 2025 About the project The City is working with Communications and Cabling Contractors to install underground conduit and fibre optic cable along a portion of the CNR Spurline Trail, from Exhibition Street to London Road West. Work…
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Covered Bridge closing temporarily for stair reinstallation
in ConstructionThe Covered Bridge, a pedestrian route over the Speed River between York Road and Gordon Street will be closed December 10-20 while new foundations and stairs are reinstalled on the southwestern side of the bridge.
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Downey Well and Pumphouse Access Laneway
The City of Guelph is constructing a new laneway to access Downey Well and Pumphouse for operation and maintenance.
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Gas main replacement on Grove Street
From Metcalfe Street to 275 metres east of Metcalfe Street Notice date: October 11, 2024 About the project In advance of the reconstruction of Grove Street, the existing natural gas lines are scheduled to be replaced. The existing gas main has been identified to be replaced ahead of the upcoming reconstruction work scheduled for Spring…
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Dawson Road lane reductions starting October 7
Dawson Road at 135m south of Shelldale Crescent Notice date: September 26, 2024 Updated: November 20, 2024 About the project The City is working with TM3 Inc. to install a new pedestrian crossover on the north leg of Dawson Road 135m south of Shelldale Crescent. Work begins October 7 Work is expected to begin on…
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Warrantied repair work on Eastview Community Park splash pad begins September 23
in ConstructionThe City is working with a contractor to fix malfunctioning water features at the Eastview Community Park splash pad.
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Silvercreek Parkway North full closure starting August 30
Road closure: Silvercreek Parkway North from Campbell Road to Speedvale Avenue Notice date: August 16, 2024 About the project The City is improving Silvercreek Parkway North between Woodlawn Road and Speedvale Avenue West in two phases. Phase 2 construction spans from Campbell Road to Speedvale Avenue West. The City is working with Capital Paving Inc.…
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Silvercreek Parkway North lane reductions starting July 22
Phase 2: Campbell Road to Speedvale Avenue Notice date: July 15, 2024 About the project The City is improving Silvercreek Parkway North between Woodlawn Road and Speedvale Avenue West in two phases. Phase 2 spans from Campbell Road to Speedvale Avenue West. The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to upgrade the existing watermain…
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Hanlon Creek Park trail closures for trail paving and repair begin in July
Several trail sections in Hanlon Creek Park to undergo paving and repair in July