Major construction begins next week on Adelaide St in advance of Ontario Line extension
Adelaide Street will be under heavy construction until the spring of next year as preparations begin on the Ontario Line subway extension that will run along Queen Street.
The City of Toronto announced Thursday that the construction will begin next week and take place on Adelaide in sections spanning from Bathurst Street to Parliament Street “to upgrade critical water, road and cycling infrastructure, as well as to reinstate TTC streetcar tracks in advance of Ontario Line construction.”
“The project, in coordination with the TTC and Metrolinx, bundles several construction needs on Adelaide Street into one project to complete the work as quickly as possible and minimize prolonged disruption,” the city announced in a press release.
The reinstating of a streetcar route on Adelaide comes in advance of the expected years-long closure of a stretch of Queen Street to both cars and public transit while the new Ontario Line subway extension is built.
The 15.6-kilometre, 15-stop extension will run from Exhibition Place through the downtown core along Queen Street, eventually coming above ground to join an existing GO train track near the Don River before heading north along Pape Avenue to the Ontario Science Centre.
The city says the work along Adelaide will include:
- Renewing the roadway on Adelaide Street from Spadina Avenue to York Street
- Reinstating streetcar tracks on Adelaide Street from Charlotte Street to York Street
- Relocating the cycle track on Adelaide Street, from Bathurst Street to Parliament Street, to the north side of the street
- Upgrading pedestrian infrastructure at various locations along Adelaide Street from Spadina Avenue to York Street
As of Oct. 24, there will be numerous closures along Adelaide, including many areas where traffic will be reduced to one lane and where cyclists will have to share the roadway with motorists.
“Construction is anticipated to be completed in spring 2023. Depending on progress, lanes may re-open during winter months and close again for finishing touches when weather warms,” the city said.
The city is urging drivers to avoid the area unless their destination is on Adelaide but says that pedestrian access to businesses along the street will be maintained.
“With so much construction taking place in the downtown core, drivers are advised to plan their travel in advance, expect delays, consider taking public transit and obey signage around work zones for the safety of the work crews.”
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
Here's how much more Canadian landlords are asking for now, according to a just-released report
A new report says the average asking rent for a home in Canada in April was up 9.3 per cent compared with a year ago, while a slight month-over-month increase was also recorded for the first time since January.
What is basic income, and how would it impact me?
Parliamentarians are considering a pair of bills aiming to lift people out of poverty through a basic income program, but some fear these types of systems could result in more taxes for Canadians who are already financially struggling.
'I may have some nightmares:' Man survives being bitten by 2 sharks in Bahamas
A man who was bitten by two sharks in the Bahamas said Thursday he's 'thankful that I'm here' while sharing his story of survival.
Magnitude 4.2 earthquake reported off Vancouver Island's west coast
A 4.2-magnitude earthquake was recorded west of Vancouver Island early Friday morning.
Mexico's president accuses press and volunteer searchers for missing people of 'necrophilia'
The administration of Mexico's president has accused the press and volunteer searchers who look for the bodies of missing people of 'necrophilia,' comments that drew criticism this week.
Rare severe solar storm Friday could bring spectacular aurora light show across Canada
A rare and severe solar storm is expected to bring spectacular displays of the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, across much of Canada and parts of the United States on Friday night.
Out-of-control wildfire burning near Fort McMurray
As of 9 a.m. on Friday, the wildfire burning 28 kilometres southwest of the northeastern Alberta city was 25 hectares in size.
WATCH Expecting an interest rate cut in June? Don't bet on it after new jobs data
Canada's labour market rebounded in April, adding more than 90,000 jobs, a staggering number of new positions after four consecutive months of little change.
Prince William says wife Kate is 'doing well'
Prince William said on Friday his wife Kate was 'doing well' in a rare public comment about the Princess of Wales as she undergoes preventative chemotherapy for cancer.