Construction update
Construction continues on York Street from Wellington Street to the Colborne Street intersection. Work in 2026 includes road and sidewalk reconstruction, sewer and watermain replacement, utility upgrades, and new cycling infrastructure.
Full closures:
- Stage 1: York Street (Wellington to Colborne) – March to June 2026
- Stage 2: York & Colborne intersection – July to September 2026
Access to local businesses and parking will be maintained where possible. Additional minor work between Clarence and Wellington will involve temporary lane closures only.
Above: A map of the approximate limits of the project and the necessary road closures.
About the project
The City is replacing aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle, which involves removing existing combined sewers along York Street. In addition to helping improve the health of the Thames River, this work is necessary to support a growing population by increasing sewer capacity for intensification and development. Utility upgrades is another key project component, ensuring continued operation and reliability of our hydro, energy and communications systems.
Project background
This project is being completed over several years to allow construction to move forward while maintaining access to homes and businesses as much as possible. Staging the work also helps reduce disruptions to traffic and nearby properties. Timelines may change due to weather or other unforeseen factors.
2024
Work began with utility relocations on York Street between Clarence Street and Wellington Street. Moving underground services such as water, sewer and telecommunications is an important first step that allows major road reconstruction to take place.
2025
Construction continued on York Street between Clarence Street and Wellington Street, along with work on Wellington Street between King Street and Horton Street East.
2026
Work will focus on the remaining section of York Street west of Wellington Street. Construction will take place in stages:
- Stage 1: York Street between Wellington Street and Colborne Street
- Stage 2: York Street and Colborne Street intersection
The project will conclude with final surface restoration between Clarence Street and Wellington Street.
Above: Map above shows construction timeline for York Street and Wellington Street, showing work completed from 2024–2025 and upcoming 2026 stages
Pre-construction meeting
View the webinar below to learn about traffic impacts, construction staging and communications and supports available during construction.
