Road construction and sewer work is shifting into high gear across London for what will be another record-breaking year for infrastructure work.
On Tuesday, the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee was told that $170 million worth of new construction, plus $125 million of work on multi-year projects scheduled for this year will help municipal infrastructure keep pace with London’s rapidly growing population.
“We need to upgrade our underground infrastructure to support new homes and provide more transportation options to help alleviate traffic pressures on our roads,” explained Jennie Dann, Director of Construction and Infrastructure Services.
This year will exceed the total tendered value of last year’s infrastructure projects ($279 million).
The city will rebuild 61km of road, install 11km of new bike lanes, and 10km of new sidewalk.
Although travel delays can be frustrating, Londoners are being asked to ensure worksites remain safe and respectful for construction workers.
The #LdnKindness campaign will remind people impacted by construction projects that “We’re all in this together.”
The city has also planned a robust communication campaign to ensure Londoners aren’t surprised by changes to their travel routes.
“We recognize that after consecutive years of record-breaking construction, Londoners are feeling the impacts,” Dann told the committee. “We always look for ways to coordinate projects better to minimize disruptions, and to improve how we communicate.”
This year’s Top 10 List
- Clark’s Bridge Widening on Wellington
- East London Bus Rapid Transit Phase 3B: Highbury Bridge
- East London Bus Rapid Transit Phase 4: Oxford Street East
- Wellington Gateway Phases 3 & 4
- York Street Infrastructure Renewal
- London Downtown Sewer Capacity Expansion Project (Forks of the Thames)
- Sunningdale and Richmond Intersection Improvement
- Adelaide Street North Bridge Rehabilitation
- Colonel Talbot Road Upgrade
- Bradley Avenue Extension
Learn more about the top 10 projects here.
Tips for drivers
- Check london.ca/roadwork for an interactive map of the current road work that may impact your drive.
- Use navigation apps, such as Waze or Google Maps to find alternative routes.
- Respect the speed limit and stop at designated pedestrian crossings.
- Zipper merge when approaching reduced lanes.
- Follow the City of London on social media for updates.
Tips for transit riders
- Plan your trip ahead and check the LTC website for detour information and service updates.
- Follow London Transit on social media for transit updates.
Tips for cyclists and pedestrians
- Cyclists are encouraged to continue using Dundas Place and the Dundas Bikeway for east-west connections through the core area.
- Pedestrians are encouraged to use alternative streets to avoid construction zones.
- Watch for uneven surfaces and follow wayfinding signs for safe navigation.
1 of 11
