Notice of Pedestrian Crossover Installations

June 05, 2026
In the Cities of Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan

York Region is installing pedestrian crossovers at seven locations in the Cities of Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan. New signage and pavement markings will be installed at designated right-turn lanes to increase visibility of pedestrian crossings at intersections. 

Duration: June 2026 to September 2026

Illustration of a pedestrian crossover at intersection

Locations

  • Highway 7 and Laidlaw Boulevard, City of Markham
  • Highway 7 and Bayview Connection Road, City of Richmond Hill
  • Highway 7 and Silver Linden Drive, City of Richmond Hill
  • Highway 7 and Red Maple Road, City of Richmond Hill
  • Highway 7 and Yonge Connection Road, City of Richmond Hill
  • Highway 7 and Langstaff Road, City of Vaughan
  • Highway 7 and Centre Street, City of Vaughan 
Map of pedestrian crossover location on Highway 7 and Laidlaw
Map of pedestrian crossover locations along Highway 7 and Langstaff
Map of pedestrian crossover locations on Highway 7 and Bayview

Impacts to Travellers

  • Each intersection will take approximately two days to complete  
  • The road will remain open to through traffic; however, lane restrictions are required:
    • Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Access to homes and businesses will be maintained

As with all construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather. York Region will provide advance notice where possible.

Thank you for your patience during the construction period. We understand construction creates challenges for the community and are working to deliver this project with minimal disruption. If you have any questions or concerns, staff will be pleased to respond. Contact us using any method noted below and quote “Contract: 26-201” in your inquiry.

Have questions? Contact us today.
Phone: 1-877-464-9675
TTY: 711
Email: @email
After hours emergency: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200