York Road reconstruction

The York Road reconstruction program

The City of Guelph is completing the York Road reconstruction program to increase water, wastewater and multimodal transportation (pedestrians, cyclists and motorists) servicing for future City growth. The project will improve existing and future services for residents and businesses city-wide.

Construction will take place over several phases:

• Phase 1 – Wyndham to Ontario Street (completed in 2017)
• Phase 2 – Ontario Street to Stevenson Street South (completed in 2022)
• Phase 3 – Stevenson Street South to Victoria Road South (Spring 2023 – Winter 2024)
  • Surface paving of Phase 3 (Spring 2025)
• Phase 4 – Victoria Road South to east city limit (Spring 2025 to Winter 2028)
  • Spring 2025 work will start with Stage 1 – Watson Parkway to east city limit

These dates are the City’s current estimate of when construction will be completed given the status of the individual projects. Please note these dates may change as new information becomes available.

Business access

All businesses in the area are open and access will be maintained during construction.

Phase 3: Stevenson Street South to Victoria Road South

The City is working with Navacon Construction Inc. to complete the York Road Phase 3 reconstruction project. The majority of the Phase 3 work has been completed. Starting spring of 2025, surface paving and other surface works will be completed.

The City understands that the traffic impacts to residents caused by this work are inconvenient for everyone and appreciates all residents’ and drivers’ ongoing patience as we complete this necessary work.

Phase 4: Victoria Road South to east City limit

The design for York Road Phase 4 Stage 1 design has been completed, and the tendering process is now being prepared, with construction anticipated to begin in spring 2025. All construction work on York Road is estimated to be fully completed by late 2028.

Similarly to Phase 3, the city will execute the project in three stages to address and minimize traffic related challenges.

Stage 1: Watson Parkway to east City limit

As mentioned above, York Road Phase 4 Stage 1 construction is expected to commence in spring 2025, with underground infrastructure and road works projected to be completed up-to base asphalt by November 2025. Surface asphalt is forecasted to be completed in spring 2026.

Throughout the construction period, two-way traffic will be maintained on York Road; however, temporary short-term lane adjustments may be implemented as needed. No full road closures of York Road are planned, ensuring minimal disruption to traffic flow. Additionally, access to adjacent properties and businesses will be maintained, allowing normal operations to continue during the construction process.

Upon award of contract, and prior to commencing any construction, construction notices will be distributed to share important updates and details about the upcoming project.

Stage 2 & 3: Victoria Road South to Industrial Place/ North Side of Watson Road & Industrial Place to Watson Parkway

Upgrades on York Road Phase 4 Stages 2 & 3 are currently in design phase. A consultant has been retained and is actively developing a detailed design for these stages. As the design progresses and is finalized, additional updates will be shared to keep the community informed about the project’s next steps.

Background

As a truck and Guelph Transit route, York Road is a critical arterial road in Guelph. The York Road Environmental Assessment was completed to address travel needs along York Road. The Environmental Assessment identified the improvements to be made along York Road from Wyndham Street to the eastern City limit, east of Watson Road. The York Road environmental design study will identify the design options for improvements from Victoria to the eastern City limits.

The Cycling Master Plan is a 10-year strategy to make cycling easier, safer and more accessible in Guelph by building a connected network of on– and off–road bike facilities throughout Guelph. It is part of the City of Guelph’s efforts to support sustainable transportation, relieve traffic congestion, and make mobility accessible to all road users. Improvements along York Road will also help to accommodate all road users, including public transit, cycling, pedestrians and vehicles.

All construction notices, including timing updates and traffic changes will be posted at guelph.ca/construction and in the latest updates section below.

Community engagement

The City hosts open houses to provide detailed information about the project.  Open house notices are posted in the latest updates section below. Open house materials will be available online following the event. Please visit Have Your Say for more information.

For more information

York Road Phase 3 (Stevenson to Victoria)

York Road Phase 4 (Victoria to east city limit)