Water and Wastewater Construction Projects
York Region has scheduled projects for building water and wastewater structures and facilities over the next 10 years. This 10-Year Capital Construction Program has been designed to meet the needs of York Region’s rapidly growing population.
View the following maps for an outline of planned water and wastewater projects:
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund

York Region is anticipated to receive approximately $35 million in funding for several water and wastewater capital projects through the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF).
The Clean Water and Wastewater Fund provides funding to projects that contribute to the rehabilitation of both water treatment and distribution infrastructure and existing wastewater and stormwater treatment systems; collection and conveyance infrastructure; and initiatives that improve asset management, system optimization, and planning for future upgrades to water and wastewater systems.
Visit the Infrastructure Canada website to learn more.
Current Construction Projects:
Aurora
Henderson Sewage Pumping Station
York Region completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to redirect wastewater from the Henderson Drive area in the Town of Aurora. The outcome is the construction of the new Henderson Sewage Pumping Station. This site will be shared with new emergency and transitional housing. Learn more at york.ca/menshousing
- View Temporary Lane Restriction Notice - May 5, 2023
- View Construction Update Notice - Microtunnelling - January 18, 2023
- View Construction Update Notice - Weekend Work Notice - October 13, 2022
- View Temporary Traffic Signal Notice - September 22, 2022
- View Microtunnelling on Henderson Drive Notice #2 - June 29, 2022
- View Construction Notice - March 31, 2022
- View Pile Driving Notice - March 30, 2022
- View Microtunnelling on Henderson Drive Notice #1 - Feb 7, 2022
- View Construction Notice - September 22, 2021
- View Site Preparation Notice - March 8, 2021
Completion Date: 2023
Aurora Yonge Street Feedermain Replacement and Rehabilitation
The Regional Municipality of York is rehabilitating and replacing sections of an aging water feedermain along Yonge Street from Murray Drive and Edward Street to Ridge Road, in the Town of Aurora.
- View Temporary Right Turn Restriction Notice - May 10, 2023
- View Temporary Road Restriction Notice - April 25, 2023
- View Water Service Disruption Notice - April 21, 2023
- View Additional Temporary Intersection Closure Notice - March 23, 2023
- View Construction Notice - February 2, 2023
Completion Date: Summer/Fall 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What is happening?
York Region is rehabilitating and replacing a section of the Yonge Street Feedermain pipe along Yonge Street between Edward Street and Ridge Road in the Town of Aurora. The work is needed to extend the life of the feedermain and make sure critical water services are continually provided to the community.
What is a feedermain?
A feedermain is a pressurized watermain that transports and supplies water to the local municipal water systems.
When will the work happen?
February to summer/fall 2023.
Will work happen on weekends and overnight?
There is a possibility of overnight and weekend work. Advance notice will be provided. The working hours are Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Will York Region Transit service be changed?
York Region Transit service will be maintained; however, the boarding location of the northbound Yonge Street and Henderson Drive bus stop #9798 will shift slightly. Access to the fare machine at the Yonge Street and Henderson Drive bus stop will be maintained; York Region Transit bus stop #1736 on Yonge Street, south of Edward Street, will be temporarily closed and York Region Transit buses will service the next available bus stop #1738.
Riders are encouraged to visit yrt.ca or call 1-866-668-3978 with any questions about the service.
Will there be any water service interruptions?
Sections of the feedermain need to be replaced and to complete the work, water services may periodically be interrupted and/or a temporary water network may be required. Residents and businesses will be advised in advance of any water service interruptions.
Will Yonge Street be affected?
There will be temporary lane restrictions along Yonge Street, that will shift as the work progresses. Traffic control measures and signage including digital road signs will help with the movement of traffic.
There may be temporary intersection closures; residents will be notified in advance of the work, and updates will be posted on the digital road signs.
The sidewalks along Yonge Street between Ridge Road and Edward Street will be maintained; however, temporary sidewalks may be installed, as needed, and directional signage will be in place to help guide pedestrians.
Will Ridge Road be affected?
Access to Ridge Road will be temporarily limited to local residents and emergency services only; local residents will be able to access Ridge Road through Glensteeple Trail.
East Gwillimbury
Sherwood Forest Pumping Station and Holland Landing Elevated Tank Upgrades
The Regional Municipality of York is making improvements at the Sherwood Forest Pumping Station and Holland Landing Elevated Tank.
- View Construction Update Notice - March 27, 2023
- View Construction Notice – August 8, 2022
Completion Date: May 2023
Georgina
Georgina Water Treatment Plant
York Region is working at the Georgina Water Treatment Plant, in the Town of Georgina. The work includes rehabilitation and modification of the water treatment plant and in-water geotechnical investigation in Lake Simcoe.
View project page for more details.
Sewer System Survey in the Community of Keswick
York Region is reviewing the need for sanitary sewer and pump station system upgrades in the community of Keswick. A sewer system survey is being conducted to confirm local sewer and basement elevations and ensure potential future upgrades do not impact residents and businesses.
- View Public Notice – August 8, 2022
Completion date: August 2022
Keswick Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades and New Sanitary Forcemain Construction
York Region is upgrading the Keswick Sewage Pumping Station. As part of the upgrades, two new sanitary forcemains are being built, connecting the Keswick Sewage Pumping Station to the Keswick Water Resource Recovery Facility.
- View Construction Notice - July 25, 2022
- View Construction Notice - July 15, 2022
- View Construction Notice - Springwater Drive — February 22, 2022
- View Construction Notice - December 15, 2021
Completion Date: 2024
King
King City Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades
York Region is upgrading the King City Sewage Pumping Station in the community of King City. The work will expand capacity, extend the service life of the sewage pumping station, and make sure critical wastewater services are continually provided to the community.
- View Construction Notice - December 16, 2022
Completion Date: Summer 2026
Nobleton Groundwater Resource Evaluation
The Regional Municipality of York is constructing a new groundwater production well at 12860 Highway 27 in the community of Nobleton. The new groundwater production well is needed to add water system capacity and support the groundwater supply system for the community.
- View Construction Notice – Nobleton Groundwater Production Well Testing - March 29, 2023
- Notice of Groundwater Well Testing and Survey of Water Wells - March 16, 2023
- View Construction Notice - November 4, 2022
Click here to take the Groundwater Well Survey
Completion Date: October 2023
Markham
16th Avenue Sewer System Rehabilitation
York Region is rehabilitating a 3-kilometre section of the sanitary sewer along 16th Avenue, between Ninth Line and Mingay Avenue in the City of Markham. Sign up to receive project updates.
Phase Two:
Between west of Williamson Road and west of Mingay Avenue.
- View Temporary Lane Closure on 16th Avenue Notice - February 2, 2023
- View Temporary Lane Closure on 16th Avenue Notice - August 11, 2022
- View Temporary Sidewalk Closure on 16th Avenue Notice - August 3, 2022
- View Temporary Intersection Closure and Lane Restrictions Notice - July 5, 2022
- View Turning Lane Restrictions Notice - May 27, 2022
- View Construction Update - August 24, 2021
Completion Date: Fall 2023
Phase One: COMPLETE
Between Ninth Line and west of Williamson Road.
Bayview Water Pumping Station Upgrades in the City of Markham
York Region is improving the Bayview Water Pumping Station located at 8171 Bayview Avenue. The work will extend the life of the pumping station and support the continued supply of safe, quality drinking water to your community.
- View Construction Notice - February 1, 2019
Completion Date: December 2022
Tuclor Lane Sanitary Trunk Sewer Upgrade
York Region is conducting a pre-construction engineering study and site survey as part of the Tuclor Lane sanitary trunk sewer and maintenance holes upgrade work.
- View Pre-Construction Study Notice - May 10, 2022
- View Project Commencement Notice - August 13, 2021
Completion Date: Fall 2022
Yonge Street and Highway 7 Regional Centre, Langstaff Gateway Sewer Construction
York Region is constructing a 2.1 kilometer sewer in the area near Yonge Street and Highway 7 and improving two intersections along Highway 7, in the Cities of Richmond Hill and Markham.
View project page for more details.
Newmarket
Newmarket East (Harry Walker) Elevated Tank Rehabilitation
York Region is upgrading the Newmarket East Elevated Tank at 221 Harry Walker Parkway South in the Town of Newmarket. This work will extend the life of the elevated tank and ensure the continued supply of safe, quality drinking water in the community.
- View Notice of Construction - May 25, 2023
- View Notice of Water Pressure Testing - Field Test - May 5, 2023
Completion Date: February 2024
YDSS Forcemain Inspection and Maintenance
York Region is inspecting the original York Durham Sewage System forcemain.
- View Notice of Inspection and Maintenance – Phase One – September 12, 2022
Completion Date: Spring 2023
YDSS Forcemain Twinning Project, Town of Newmarket
The sanitary sewer forcemain work includes twinning of about 5.2 km of the existing forcemain and some upgrades to Newmarket and Bogart Creek Pumping Stations.
View project page for more details.
Richmond Hill
Oak Ridges Air Management Facility
York Region is building a new air management facility near the intersection of Yonge Street and King Road in the City of Richmond Hill.
View project page for more details.
Yonge Street and Highway 7 Regional Centre, Langstaff Gateway Sewer Construction
York Region is constructing a 2.1 km sewer in the area near Yonge Street and Highway 7 and improving two intersections along Highway 7, in the Cities of Richmond Hill and Markham.
View project page for more details.
Vaughan
Humber Sewage Pumping Station to Black Creek Sewage Pumping Station Sewage Forcemain Rehabilitation
York Region is rehabilitating the twin sewage forcemain and chambers between the Humber Pump Station and Black Creek Pump Station. The rehabilitation work will extend the life of the forcemain and chambers. Before the rehabilitation work begins, York Region needs to conduct multiple field studies.
View Field Studies Notice - March 29, 2023
Completion Date: Summer 2026
Humber Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades
York Region is upgrading the Humber Sewage Pumping Station in the City of Vaughan. The work will expand capacity, extend the service life of the sewage pumping station, and make sure critical wastewater services are continually provided to the community.
- View Construction Notice – December 14, 2022
Completion Date: Summer 2026
Jane Dufferin Sewer Rehabilitation
York Region is working in your community rehabilitating a three kilometres section of the Jane Dufferin Collector Sewer, located near Dufferin Street and Steeles Avenue West in the City of Vaughan.
- View Temporary Lane Restriction Notice - April 28, 2023
- View Construction Notice – April 1, 2022
Completion Date: May 2023
Maple North Reservoir Upgrade
York Region is upgrading the Maple North Reservoir located at 11201 Keele Street, in the City of Vaughan.
The upgrades will extend the life of the facility.
- View Construction Notice - June 2, 2023
Completion Date: July 2024
Pine Valley Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades
York Region is upgrading the Pine Valley Sewage Pumping Station in the City of Vaughan. The work will expand capacity, extend the service life of the sewage pumping station, and make sure critical wastewater services are continually provided to the community.
- View Construction Notice – December 16, 2022
Completion Date: Summer 2026
South Maple Reservoir Upgrades
York Region is upgrading the South Maple Reservoir by replacing the reservoirs access houses, security fence and upgrading the underground reservoirs.
- View Construction Notice – August 30, 2021
Completion Date: Spring 2025
West Woodbridge Elevated Tank Upgrades - Phase Two
York Region is upgrading the mechanical and electrical systems in West Woodbridge Elevated Tank located in the City of Vaughan.
- View Construction Notice – August 5, 2022
Completion Date: May 2023
West Vaughan Sewage Servicing Project
York Region is planning new regional sewage servicing in the west City of Vaughan area.
View the project page and pre-qualification information.
Completion Date: 2028
York-Peel Feedermain Rehabilitation
York Region is rehabilitating a section of the York-Peel Feedermain along Rutherford Road, between Napa Valley Avenue and Pine Valley Drive in the City of Vaughan.
- View Construction Notice – November 28, 2022
Completion Date: May 2023
Whitchurch-Stouffville
No current projects.
Construction Projects in Durham Region:
City of Pickering
Southeast Trunk Sewer and Odour Control Facility Rehabilitation
2022The Regional Municipality of York is rehabilitating the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer shafts and the existing York Durham Sewage System odour control facility in the City of Pickering. The work will extend the life of the sewer and ensure critical wastewater services are provided to the community.
- View Notice of Construction - October 31, 2022
Related Resources
- View York Region's Current Environmental Assessment Study Projects
- Upper York Sewage Solutions
- Water and Wastewater Master Plan