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York Region makes $377 million investment in roads and transit with 92 projects planned for construction in 2023

May 01, 2023

Newmarket – York Regional Council approved $377 million to continue enhancing and maintaining the Regional road and transit system in 2023, contributing to an overall $3.9 billion in transportation projects over the next 10 years.

This investment is part of the 2023-2033 Public Works 10-Year Capital Plan, which is comprised of a total $2.15 billion to add capacity to the Regional transportation and transit networks and $1.75 billion for roads and transit asset management.

“Transportation remains top of mind for residents, and it is one of York Regional Council’s main priorities to ensure our road and transit network moves people and goods both safely and efficiently,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Wayne Emmerson. “While at times inconvenient to travellers, these road construction and transit projects help ensure our transportation network continues to meet the needs of our communities today and into the future.”

To enhance roads and transit, construction work on 92 projects are planned this year. Projects include:

  • Road widening, rehabilitation and intersection improvements
  • Mid-block crossings over 400-series highways
  • Bridge and culvert rehabilitation
  • Transit terminal and upgrades to operations maintenance facilities
  • Transit fleet electrification

“Investments are focused on providing an efficient transportation network and enhancing the traveller experience for daily commuters, including those who use the Region’s transit services,” said Town of Aurora Mayor Tom Mrakas, Chair of the Region’s Public Works Transportation Services. “In addition to supporting growth, ongoing rehabilitation programs and transit improvements help ensure growing communities have safe, reliable and efficient service.”

This builds on work completed in 2022, with $281.9 million invested in road and transit projects across the Region. Projects included road widening, intersection improvements, new cycling lanes and transit facilities.

For more information and a list of construction projects happening across the Region, visit york.ca/roadconstruction

The Regional Municipality of York consists of nine local cities and towns and provides a variety of programs and services to more than 1.2 million residents and 55,600 businesses with more than 615,000 employees. More information about the Region’s key service areas is available at york.ca/regionalservices 

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Tamara Ostrowski, Corporate Communications
The Regional Municipality of York
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