Category Archives: Road construction

Woolwich Street and Riverside Park, north of the Riverside Park entrance Notice date: January 9, 2025 About the project The City is working with Communications and Cabling Contractors to install underground conduit and fibre optic cable along a small portion of Woolwich Street, just north of the Riverside park entrance and into the park for approximately 100 meters toward the Riverside cottage building. Work begins January 13 Work is expected to start on or about Monday, January 13 and take approximately one week to complete, weather permitting. Please note that no trees will be impacted during construction. Lane reductions Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. There will be a reduction of one northbound lane on Woolwich Street within the work area.  The bike… Continue reading Work along Woolwich Street and into Riverside Park starting January 13

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Norfolk Street at Waterloo Avenue, Wilson Street Notice date: January 3, 2025 About the project AECOM will be working on behalf of Metrolinx to perform bridge inspections on the overhead railway crossings at these locations. Another subcontractor working on behalf of AECOM will be performing coring operations on the sidewalks of Wilson Street. Work taking place on January 10 Work will take place on Friday, January 10 between the hours of 6:30am to 5:00pm, with most of the active construction happening between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00pm. Lane closures and detours Lane closures and/or reductions will be required for the work to be completed. Wilson Street will have a lane closure, however a minimum of one side of sidewalk and the bike lane… Continue reading Lane reductions on Norfolk Street and Wilson Street on January 10

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Ontario Street to Morris Street Notice date: December 30, 2024 About the project Tremble Communications will be completing underground construction work on York Road, from Ontario Street to Morris Street, for Rogers Communications. Please be aware of traffic disruptions during construction. Work begins January 6 Work is expected to start on or about Monday, January 6 and take about one week to complete, weather permitting. York Road temporary lane closure The westbound lane on York Road will be closed to through traffic, from Ontario Street to Morris Street, during the construction. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dale Tremble at 519-943-4655. Property and business access and parking All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will… Continue reading Temporary lane closure on York Road starting January 6

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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 as the City continues to replace aging infrastructure, including necessary improvements to underground water and sewer pipes. This project will improve existing and future essential services for residents and businesses city-wide. About the project As part of York Road Phase 3, this year the City reconstructed York Road from Brockville Avenue to Victoria Road. This year’s work included complex, large scale underground infrastructure with significant environmental constraints. This work is… Continue reading York Road re-opened to traffic at Victoria Road

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Yorkshire Street North, Northumberland Street, Glasgow Street North Notice date: December 6, 2024 About the project Alectra Utilities will be rebuilding the electrical distribution system along: Yorkshire Street North (Foster Avenue to Northumberland Street) Northumberland Street (Yorkshire Street North to Glasgow Street North) Glasgow Street North (Kent Street to Durham Street) The scope of work will include the replacement of poles, anchors, conductors, and pole mounted equipment. As a part of the rebuild, the existing poles which range from 30 to 50 feet are being replaced with 35 to 55 feet poles to meet current construction standards and to improve clearances. Work begins December 9 Work is expected to start on or about Monday, December 9 and will continue until about February 28, 2025, weather… Continue reading Alectra Utilities pole line reconstruction starting December 9

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Gordon Street to Dawn Avenue Notice date: December 6, 2024 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 infrastructure on Gordon Street. Once installed, the storm sewers will reduce flooding on Lowes Road during heavy rains. Work begins January 8 Work is expected to start on or about January 8 and will continue for roughly 5 weeks, weather permitting.  Residents may be contacted by the contractor and/or their representative to complete pre-construction surveys around the project site. Road closure and property access During construction sections of the road will be closed, please… Continue reading Lowes Road storm sewer installation starting January 8

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CNR Spurline Trail between Exhibition Street and London Road West Notice date: December 5, 2024 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 begins January 15 Work is expected to start on or about Wednesday January 15, 2025 and take approximately eight weeks to complete, weather permitting. Please note that no trees will be impacted during construction. Lane reductions There will be no traffic lane reductions during construction. Pedestrian access The trailway will remain open throughout construction.  All work and equipment used will be on the south side of the trail and will not impede pedestrian through-traffic.… Continue reading Work on CNR Spurline Trail starting January 15

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116 Gordon Street Notice date: October 28, 2024 About the project The City of Guelph has contracted Beton to undertake repairs and rehabilitate the existing concrete retaining wall along the north edge of the Speed River in front of the Boathouse Tea Room. The construction work will involve repair of the existing structure, removal of the existing concrete stairs, installation of new concrete stairs to meet current standards and safety regulations, and a safety railing. This work is expected to be completed in two phases, starting Fall 2024, and completion of final works in Spring 2025. Construction schedule Work is anticipated to start on or about November 1, 2024 and is expected to be completed prior to May 16, 2025. The construction duration derives from… Continue reading Boathouse retaining wall rehabilitation begins November 1

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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 2025. The gas replacement is anticipated to start in late October. Additional notifications to follow Enbridge and/or the contractor will notify residents of construction impacts and/or service interruptions once the gas work is scheduled. Traffic impacts There may be lane reductions on Grove Street around the equipment while it is in operation, potentially leading to minor delays. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Delays should be expected. Please… Continue reading Gas main replacement on Grove Street

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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 or about October 7 and will take about eight weeks to complete, weather permitting. Lane reductions and delays expected The City will ensure that two-way traffic is maintained at all times and directed by a traffic control officer. Please follow the posted signs for your safety. While a full road closure is not planned, delays are expected. Pedestrian access The sidewalks in this area will remain open and accessible during… Continue reading Dawson Road lane reductions starting October 7

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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. to upgrade the existing watermain and sanitary sewers, and install new curbs and multi-use paths. In addition, the bus stops along this stretch of road will be upgraded for improved accessibility and comfort. Full road closure between August 30 and September 3 To facilitate work under the railway tracks, Silvercreek Parkway North will be closed between Campbell Road and Speedvale Avenue from August 30 to September 3, inclusive. Absolutely no… Continue reading Silvercreek Parkway North full closure starting August 30

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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 and sanitary sewers, and install new curbs and multi-use paths. In addition, the bus stops along this stretch of road will be upgraded for improved accessibility and comfort. Work begins July 15 Work is expected to start on or about Monday, July 15, and Phase 2 will take approximately twenty-two weeks to complete, weather permitting. Silvercreek Parkway North lane reductions starting July 22 Northbound traffic will not be permitted from… Continue reading Silvercreek Parkway North lane reductions starting July 22

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Woolwich Street (Alexandra Street to Division Street) Notice date: June 17, 2024 About the project Brantco Construction is scheduled to undertake road resurfacing repairs under our Annual Paving Program. This work involves repairing concrete curb and sidewalk, adjusting of catchbasins, maintenance holes, and valves, including removing and replacing the roadway asphalt. Construction duration Work is expected to start on Tuesday, July 2 and take about 6 weeks to complete, weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be lane reductions on all streets throughout the duration of the project. A full road closure is not planned; however, delays should be expected. Pedestrian access Pedestrian access will be maintained. The Contractor shall phase repairs to sidewalks to ensure pedestrian passage during the construction. Property access Road construction activities… Continue reading Annual Paving Program – Woolwich Street

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Hanlon Creek Boulevard (Downey Road – Laird Road), Bett Court, Golds Court Notice date: June 3, 2024 About the project Brantco Construction is scheduled to undertake road resurfacing repairs under our Annual Paving Program. This work involves repairing concrete curb and sidewalk, adjusting of catchbasins, manholes, and valves, including removing and replacing the roadway asphalt. Construction duration Work is anticipated to start within 5 business days from the notice date and is expected to take between 4-6 weeks to complete, weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be lane reductions on all streets throughout the duration of the project. A full road closure is not planned; however, delays should be expected. Pedestrian access Pedestrian access will be maintained. The Contractor shall phase repairs to sidewalks to… Continue reading Annual Paving Program – Hanlon Creek Boulevard, Bett Court, and Golds Court

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Laird Road West & Downey Road – Rescheduled for later this year Notice date: May 29, 2024 (update to original construction notice issued May 22, 2024) Project update The planned road resurfacing at Laird Road West and Downey Road is being rescheduled for later this year. More information will be provided closer to the rescheduled date (date to be confirmed). Map of proposed road construction For more information 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: Marko Deric, Construction Contract Administrator Engineering and Transportation Services City of Guelph 519-766-5631 TTY 519-826-9771 [email protected]

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Longfellow Avenue at Muskoka Drive Notice date: May 24, 2024 About the project The works being completed include constructing a new watermain on Longfellow Avenue and connecting to Muskoka Drive to service Phase 2 of the Nima Trails Subdivision. Work begins June 10 Work is anticipated to begin on Monday, June 10 and end on Friday, June 14, weather permitting. Road closure on Muskoka Drive Muskoka Drive will be closed at the intersection of Longfellow Avenue, there will be no through access. Pedestrian access Sidewalks will remain open and pedestrians may cross at the intersection, a safe route of passage will be identified. City services There will be no interruption to any City services during construction. Waste collection will not be affected. Please continue to… Continue reading Muskoka Drive road closure starting June 10

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Notice date: May 15, 2024 About the project Ace Canada Construction Inc. is installing sewer and water pipes and repaving the road surface. This project supports a development project at 43 Ridgeway Avenue. For more information about the development, please contact [email protected]. Work begins May 16 Work is expected to start on or about Thursday, May 16 and take about 2 days to complete, weather permitting. Section of Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent closed Section of Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent will be closed to through traffic during the project. Only local access will be permitted. Local traffic will be permitted along Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent, however, there will be no through access at 43 Ridgeway Avenue. Property access Every effort will be made… Continue reading Section of Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent closed starting May 16

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Notice date: May 2, 2024 About the project Ace Canada Construction Inc. is installing sewer and water pipes and repaving the road surface. This project supports a development project at 43 Ridgeway Avenue. For more information about the development, please contact [email protected]. Work begins May 7 Work is expected to start on or about Tuesday, May 7 and take about two weeks to complete, weather permitting. Lane reductions on Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent There will be lane reductions on Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent during the project. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Please follow posted signs for safety. A full road closure is not planned; however, delays should be expected. Property access Every effort will be made to maintain access to… Continue reading Section of Ridgeway Avenue and Malvern Crescent lane reductions starting May 7

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Notice Date: Monday, March 11.  The City is working with I2S Infrastructure Intelligence Services to conduct overnight inspections of the sewer lines in four locations throughout Guelph this week:  On Delhi Street between Emma Street and Spring Street  On Speedvale Avenue East near the intersection at Sheridan Street  On Speedvale Avenue East near the intersection at Victoria Road  On College Avenue between Scottsdale Drive and Edinburgh Road South  The work, which will begin on March 11 and is expected to end on March 15, will be completed overnight between the hours of 6 p.m. and 5 a.m.   The purpose of this project is to assess the condition of underground sewer lines.  Lane reductions   There will be no lane reductions during the project. Two-way traffic… Continue reading City begins overnight work to inspect sewer lines

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Notice Date: Thursday, March 7 The City of Guelph will begin constructing a new laneway to access Downey well and pumphouse for operation and maintenance. Construction is expected to start on Friday, March 15, and last until the Fall, weather permitting. The new laneway will go from the Niska Road and Downey Road intersection to the Downey well and pumphouse. This work will involve tree removals, signal modification at the Niska/Downey intersection, and the construction of an unpaved (gravel) laneway. About the project Downey well is one of the major drinking water supply sources for the City. The current path to the Downey well and pumphouse is located at the intersection of Downey Road and Woodland Glen Drive. The bridge (Structure 118 in Figure 1… Continue reading City to commence construction on the new Downey well and pumphouse access laneway

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The City of Guelph has initiated a Municipal Class EA (Class EA) for improvements and modifications to the Macdonell and Allan structures. Continue reading Notice of study commencement: Macdonell and Allan Structures Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

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The City of Guelph has initiated a Municipal Class EA (Class EA) to confirm the required improvements to Wyndham Street North. Continue reading Notice of study commencement: Wyndham Street Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

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