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The City of Vaughan is continuously working to improve roads, parks, facilities and other essential infrastructure that keep Vaughan moving forward. These investments are made with your hard-earned tax dollars, and I am committed to using them responsibly and transparently.
I recognize that construction can sometimes cause disruptions. I want you to know what’s happening in your community, and what to expect during the process.
Below is a list of current projects underway that may cause a disruption in your routine.
1. NOTICE: Infrastructure upgrades coming to Lindenshire Avenue
The City of Vaughan is undertaking infrastructure improvements on Lindenshire Avenue, from Stonebriar Drive to Simcoe Street. The project includes upgrading the existing watermain system, replacing streetlights and renewing concrete sidewalks, curbs and the asphalt roadway as part of the City’s 2026 Pavement Management Program.
Pre-construction activities, including locating and marking underground utilities, are currently underway. Construction is scheduled to begin in the spring and is expected to be completed by July 2026. To safely complete the work, temporary lane restrictions will be in place and the pedestrian pathway connecting Lindenshire Avenue and Simcoe Street will be closed until the project is finished.
2.NOTICE: Road safety improvements on Peak Point Boulevard, between Regency View Heights and Meadow Ridge Court
The City of Vaughan is improving road safety on Peak Point Boulevard, between Regency View Heights and Meadow Ridge Court, by adding a controlled pedestrian crossing connecting the multi-use trail on either side of the road.
Pre-construction/design activities, including marking the locations of underground utilities – like gas and hydro – with different coloured paint, will begin this fall. Construction is expected to begin next spring/summer and be completed by November 2026.
3. NOTICE: Road safety improvements on Beverley Glen Boulevard
The City of Vaughan is improving road safety in your community with new traffic control measures, including:
- traffic signals on Beverley Glen Boulevard, between Worth Boulevard and Ventura Way (in front of Wilshire Elementary School, located at 265 Beverley Glen Blvd.).
- a controlled pedestrian crossing over Beverley Glen Boulevard at Kingsbridge Circle (across from Thornhill Green Park, located at 19 Beverely Glen Blvd.).
Pre-construction/design activities, including marking the locations of underground utilities – like gas and hydro – with different coloured paint, will begin this fall. Construction is expected to begin next spring/summer and be completed by November 2026.
4. NOTICE: Road safety improvements at the SmartCentres Vaughan Northwest shopping plaza
The City of Vaughan is improving road safety at the SmartCentres Vaughan Northwest shopping plaza, located at 3600 Major Mackenzie Dr.
New traffic control measures include:
- a signalized intersection on Cityview Boulevard at the entrance that leads east to Home Depot (55 Cityview Blvd.) and west to the Walmart Supercentre (3600 Major Mackenzie Dr.).
Pre-construction/design activities, including marking the locations of underground utilities – like gas and hydro – with different coloured paint, will begin this fall. Construction is expected to begin next spring/summer and be completed by November 2026.
5. NOTICE: Lane reductions along Rutherford Road, between Creditstone Road/Melville Avenue and Greenock Drive
As part of York Region’s Rutherford Road from Jane Street to Westburne Drive/Barrhill Road improvements project, CN Rail is widening the bridge along Rutherford Road. To safely complete this work, Rutherford Road will be reduced to one lane in each direction, between Creditstone Road/Melville Avenue and Greenock Drive.
Work is scheduled to begin in late October and continue until fall 2026. Access to all nearby homes and businesses will be maintained. As with all road construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather.
6. NOTICE: Stormwater infrastructure improvements coming to Rainbow Creek Park
The City of Vaughan is upgrading the stormwater management infrastructure at Rainbow Creek Park (5450 Highway 7). Work will include constructing a stormwater management pond and new pedestrian trails.
Construction is scheduled to begin by late fall and is anticipated to be completed by early 2027.
7. NOTICE: Sidewalk closures on Roxana Avenue and part of Martin Grove Road
The City of Vaughan is upgrading the stormwater management infrastructure in Rainbow Creek Park (5450 Highway 7), including the construction of a new stormwater management pond and pedestrian trails.
To safely complete the work, sidewalk closures are required in the following areas:
- Roxana Avenue, between Bainbridge Avenue and Northlane Road.
- On the east side of Martin Grove Road, between Bainbridge Avenue and Woodbridge Avenue.
Driveways in these areas will remain accessible during the closure, which is anticipated to be in place until May 2026. Upgrades to the stormwater management infrastructure in the park are anticipated to be completed by early 2027.
During your curb box replacement, water service to your home will be interrupted for approximately one hour.
More information about the work is available at vaughan.ca/InfrastructureProjects.
More information is available at vaughan.ca/DisruptionsAndClosures.
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