Mapleview Drive East Transportation Improvements | Yonge to Prince William

Project Updates

• Previous Updates

  June 30, 2026

  City staff are working with the contractor to extend construction hours to help finish the work sooner and reduce impacts on residents. This could help improve traffic flow, detours, commute times, and access to the GO Station. More details will be shared once they are confirmed.

  May 27, 2026

  Major culvert replacement works will require a full road closure on Mapleview Drive East between Chef Lane and Royal Jubilee Drive/Lally Terrace. The closure is expected to be in place from June 8 to November 20, 2026. Detour signage will be installed in advance. Road closure and detour details will be available at barrie.ca/RoadClosures.

  Transit routes using Mapleview Drive East will be detoured during the road closure. Signage will be posted in advance. A complimentary shuttle service will be provided on both sides of the closure, ensuring continued access to the Barrie South GO Station and Maple Ridge Secondary School. View the transit notice for full details.

  A May 2026 info bulletin is being delivered to nearby residents and businesses.

  April 30, 2026

  Construction activities continue to progress along Mapleview Drive East. Over the past month, storm sewer installation on the north side of Mapleview between Hewitt’s Creek and Chef Lane has been completed. Crews are currently constructing the stormwater management pond, located approximately 200 metres east of Chef Lane.

  The next major stage of work will involve culvert installation at Hewitt’s Creek.  Mapleview Drive East, from Chef Lane to Royal Jubilee Drive/Lally Terrace is expected to be closed starting in June. Please check back on this page for future updates regarding road closures and construction impacts.

  March 25, 2026

  Construction activities are ongoing. Over the next month, construction will include earth excavation, and installation of storm sewers along the north side of Mapleview Drive East between Kneeshaw Drive and Lally Terrace.

  You can expect to see increased construction activity in the area, including equipment and truck traffic. Minor traffic delays may occur from time to time; however, every effort will be made to keep disruptions to a minimum and maintain access to homes and businesses.

  February 4, 2026

  A January 2026 info bulletin has been distributed to nearby properties. The contractor has retained the services of GPM Environmental (GPM) to complete a precondition survey of the exterior and interior of all properties within the project limit. Residents should expect a letter from the City and GPM to book a pre-condition survey appointment.

  December 16, 2025

  The contract has been awarded to Primrose Contracting Inc. Construction is now anticipated to begin in early 2026. Please check back on this page for future updates regarding road closures and construction impacts.

  November 27, 2025

  The City's construction tender has closed and will be awarded soon. Construction is anticipated to begin in December. Please check back for future updates about road closures and construction impacts.

  November 7, 2025

  Due to unforeseen delays in the tender process, the start of main construction along Mapleview Drive East has been postponed. Construction is now anticipated to begin in late 2025/early 2026. 

  Once more information is available and timelines are confirmed with the successful contractor, updated details will be shared on this page.

  Utility relocations along Mapleview Drive East remain ongoing and are now expected to be completed in early 2026.

  September 30, 2025

  Utility relocations along Mapleview Drive East are ongoing and are expected to be completed this fall.

  The tender for the main construction along Mapleview Drive East is open and will close in mid-October 2025. Pending award of the contract, construction is expected to begin in November 2025, with completion expected in spring 2028.

  June 23, 2025

  Utility relocations along Mapleview Drive East are well underway and are expected to be completed by early fall 2025.

  The tender process for the main construction is expected to open in July and close in early August. 

  Construction is scheduled to begin in fall 2025, with project completion anticipated by spring 2028.

  November 7, 2024 

  The project timeline has been revised. The construction package is estimated to be available on bids and tenders early next year, and construction is scheduled to begin in summer 2025. 

  September 17, 2024 

  As part of the preparation work for the upcoming construction, there will be a full closure of Mapleview Drive East between Yonge Street and Prince William Way on September 18 and 19. Alectra Utilities and their subcontractors require the closure from 9am to approximately 2pm each day. No through traffic will be allowed. View the road closure map for detour details.

  September 4, 2024 

  The City has received the 100% submission drawing package from the consultant and anticipates the final revisions being completed by mid-September. The construction package will be available on bids and tenders this month.

  July 23, 2024 

  The City has divided construction into two phases. The first phase is anticipated to start this September and will focus on the improvements to the Yonge Street and Mapleview Drive East signalized intersection. The second phase is anticipated to start in May 2025 and will construct the remaining works for the road improvements. Construction is being split into phases to allow the necessary time to obtain the Metrolinx permit without delaying the overall project schedule. Utility relocations are ongoing.

  May 16, 2024 

  Enbridge Gas relocations are complete, and Alectra relocations is still underway. Once Alectra's relocations are complete Bell and Rogers will follow suit. 

  March 4, 2024

  • Property acquisitions are complete.
  • Utility relocations are underway with Alectra and Enbridge out on site. These works will continue until June/July 2024. Then, Bell and Rogers will follow with their relocations. 
  • Construction cannot start until the utility relocations are complete and all necessary permits are obtained. The construction schedule is being reviewed. Depending on permits and status of utility relocations, construction may begin in spring 2025.

  December 12, 2023

  • Completion of design by January 2024
  • Property acquisitions are anticipated to be complete in early 2024
  • Utility relocations to commence in Q1 2024
  • Construction is still expected to start in 2024
     

  May 23, 2023

  • Completion of design by November 2023
  • Property acquisitions are almost complete
  • Coordination with Metrolinx, residents and other stakeholders is ongoing
  • Utility relocations to commence in late 2023
  • Construction to start in 2024
     

  November 2022

  • Completion of design by January 2023
  • Property acquisitions are ongoing
  • Coordination with Metrolinx, residents and other stakeholders is ongoing
  • Utility relocations to commence in 2023
     

  June 2022

  The City is in progressing with the design of this project and has completed the 90% Design submission. Property acquisitions are underway as the City prepares for utility relocations in 2023 and construction to start in 2024.

  • Public Information Centre Presentation – June 22, 2022 (PDF)
  • Information Bulletin – June, 2022 (PDF)

What to Expect During Construction

• Road and Sidewalk Access

  Any restrictions to road and sidewalk access will be communicated to residences/businesses as required, with information on how access is being redirected. The City will post signage, as required, on how to access businesses. Access for emergency vehicles will always be maintained.

• Traffic Management

  The contractor will use traffic control measures, such as traffic cones to steer through traffic around contractor equipment and vehicles, within the construction site. Flag persons will assist with traffic control, if required.

• Driveway Access

  Vehicle entry to properties within the construction limits will be available. At times, direct access to driveways will be interrupted for concrete curb and storm sewer work.

• Utilities Services

  Hydro, sanitary sewer services, water services, telephone, cable TV, and gas services should not be affected by the construction, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

• Transit Service

  The proposed construction will affect Barrie Transit routes and schedules. Changes to bus routes in the construction area will be posted in advance. Details will also be available at MyRideBarrie.ca/News.

• Parking

  Parking on roadways in an active construction area is not permitted. Vehicles parked in the construction zone will be ticketed and towed.

• Curbside Waste Collection

  Curbside collection will occur on the regular collection day during construction. The contractor may need to move items to a designated area for pickup by the City’s waste contractor. Garbage carts, organics carts and recycling boxes will be returned to your property later the same day. Clearly mark your address on all containers. Ensure everything for pickup is curbside by 7am on the collection day or it may not be picked up.

• Why is this project necessary?

  To support growth in the Hewitt’s Creek Secondary Plan Area, the City is making major road improvements along Mapleview Drive East from Yonge Street to Prince William Way. This includes widening the road, improving key intersections, adding buffered bike lanes, a south-side sidewalk, a north-side multi use trail, and upgrading local access and safety at the railway crossing. Upgrading the culvert where Hewitts Creek crosses Mapleview is a significant part of the project.

  The project is supported by $18 million in funding through the Province’s Housing-Enabling Core Servicing Stream. As a condition of this funding, the project must be completed by March 2028.
   

• Why is the closure of Mapleview Drive required?

  The full closure is required to safely complete critical infrastructure improvements, including widening Mapleview Drive, installing sidewalks and stormwater management infrastructure including the removal and installation of a new Hewitt’s Creek culvert. 

• Can the work be staged to keep one lane open in each direction on Mapleview, even if only during certain phases of construction?

  Recognizing the impacts that a full closure would have, staff did explore this option. Due to the scale and depth of the excavations (up to 7 metres deep), major culvert replacement works, underground infrastructure, heavy equipment operations, and confined work areas,  maintaining traffic through the work zone was not considered feasible while completing the work safely. The Hewitt’s Creek culvert installation is also subject to a limited construction period (July 15 to September 30) established by provincial and federal agencies to protect fish and aquatic habitat, making it critical that the work be completed within a single construction season, to avoid prolonging the entire project.

• Can a temporary single-lane signal-controlled arrangement be used through the construction zone?

  A temporary single lane closure was reviewed; however, due to the nature of the excavation and construction activities required, sufficient space is not available to safely accommodate traffic through the work zone while maintaining worker and public safety.

• How were detour routes & traffic plans developed?

  Traffic plans and detour routes were developed with the City’s Traffic Services team, taking into account nearby construction projects and the existing road network. While roads such as Prince William Way and Sandringham Drive have experienced increased traffic volumes as a result of the closure, alternative detour routes would similarly affect other nearby roads and residential neighbourhoods. Staff will continue to monitor traffic flow and review opportunities to make improvements where possible, without impacting construction activities or safety.

• Did the City review the impact this detour would have on residents and traffic flow?

  The City recognizes that temporary road closures can have impacts on surrounding neighbourhoods and residents. Traffic planning, detour routing, emergency access, transit operations, school transportation, and resident access were reviewed during the design stages of the project. Staff will continue to monitor traffic operations, resident feedback, and safety concerns throughout the closure period and implement reasonable mitigation measures where feasible.

  With major construction projects, traffic typically begins to stabilize within about two weeks as motorists adjust their schedules and explore alternative routes, such as using 20th Sideroad to Innisfil Beach Road. Traffic staff will continue to monitor conditions in the area, particularly as the school year concludes and seasonal changes significantly affect travel patterns.

• How is traffic being monitored throughout the closure?

  Staff are actively monitoring traffic conditions and documenting operational observations, including during both the morning and afternoon peak periods. It is also important to note that southbound traffic on Prince William Way has historically experienced traffic congestion during the peak periods associated with school drop-off and pick-up times. Staff will continue to review the operation of the Prince William Way and Mapleview Drive East intersection to determine if any changes can be put in place to improve traffic flow and minimize delays in this area.

  Traffic signal operations are being actively monitored throughout the closure. Signal timing adjustments have already been made on Big Bay Point Road at all intersections from Yonge Street to Prince William Way. Staff will continue to monitor and make further adjustments as needed.

• What is the City doing to improve access and traffic surrounding the closure?

  Barrie Transit is operating a free shuttle service on both sides of the closure, providing access to Barrie South GO Station and Maple Ridge Secondary School. The shuttle will run weekdays from 6am to 8pm and weekends from 8am to 8pm, with service approximately every 35 to 40 minutes. Shuttle schedules have been coordinated with GO Train arrivals and departures and school operating hours. Visit MyRideBarrie.ca/News to view the notice with full details. 

  With respect to school transportation, the City has coordinated with the Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium (SCSTC) to ensure they are aware of the closure timing and can proactively plan bus detour routes in advance of the road closure. Any required adjustments to bus routing or schedules will be managed directly by the SCSTC. We also understand that the SCSTC will notify parents through the schools where bus route travel times are anticipated to increase by five minutes or more.
  
   

• Can speed enforcement or temporary traffic calming be added along the detour route during the closure?

  Radar speed boards were installed in advance of the construction zone, and staff will continue to monitor traffic conditions throughout the project. The City will continue to review whether additional traffic calming measures on nearby roads are warranted during the closure. To further support road safety, the Barrie Police Service were also notified of the closure to provide increased traffic enforcement along the detour route.

• Was the public consulted on this project?

  Yes, during the design phase for this project, a Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on June 24, 2022 to: 

  • Present the design drawings and construction traffic staging; 
  • Provide an opportunity to ask questions to City representatives; 
  • Provide input from members of the public on the detail design; and 
  • Discuss concerns regarding construction activities. 

  View the PIC presentation
  
   

• How was the community informed of the closure ahead of construction?

  The following summarizes communication with the community around the closure:

  • Construction bulletins: January and May 2026 (hand delivered 2,200 notices to the surrounding community)
  • Information was shared with local media and through This Week in Barrie, which is published on the Barrie Compass website
  • Dedicated project webpage and updates shared through the City's social media accounts.