Gardiner Expressway project finishes 15 months early, boosting commuters
April 25, 2025, 1:21 pm
In a rare infrastructural triumph, Ontario’s Gardiner Expressway renovation is set to reopen all lanes a full 15 months ahead of schedule, thanks to a dedicated $73 million program and round-the-clock work. The ambitious project leaves officials smiling—and commuters wondering why the construction delay ever existed.
Last spring, the transportation minister floated the idea of 24-hour construction to speed up rehabilitation work on the Gardiner Expressway.
The Ontario government invested $73 million to speed up the repairs
The province of Ontario says construction work on the Gardiner Expressway is well ahead of schedule, with all lanes expected to reopen 15 months faster than originally planned. In a release on Friday, the Ministry of Transportation touted its $73 million investment as a crucial factor in expediting...
permalink / 3 stories from 3 sources in 19 hours ago #infrastructure #ontario #transportation #localnews #toronto
More Top Stories...
Canada Election 2025: Leaders’ Status Report for April 26
Two reports deliver a timely update on the whereabouts and daily itineraries of Canada’s main party leaders on Saturday, April 26, ahead of the federal election. Voters receive a clear picture of each leader’s schedule as the campaign intensifies. More...
Election Polls: Liberals Maintain Four‐Point Lead Over Conservatives
Recent polling data reveals that the Liberals hold a slim yet significant lead with 43% support compared to the Conservatives’ 39%. The detailed figures highlight the competitive electoral landscape, suggesting that even a modest gap could prove decisive as the campaign moves into its final stretch. More...
Quebec Court Overturns Limits on Multi-Parent Families
A Quebec court ruling has struck down parts of the Civil Code that restricted the number of legal parents, paving the way for children to have more than two recognized parents. The decision is set to redefine family law, leaving legislators and legal pundits both intrigued and incredulous at this dramatic shift. More...
Alberta Health Alarm as Measles Cases Set to Surge
Alberta’s medical community warns that measles cases could rapidly escalate, prompting urgent calls for a more aggressive public health campaign. Critics note the need for better preemptive measures as officials scramble to contain an outbreak that appears as unpredictable as a failed firework display. More...
Manitoba ups firefighting game with new water bombers
Facing concerns over aging equipment amid escalating wildfire threats, Manitoba is set to upgrade its aerial firefighting fleet with three new DH Canadair-415 Firefighter aircraft. The initiative promises enhanced safety features and navigation capabilities, aiming to strengthen the province’s wildfire response strategies. More...
Related Tags
Infrastructure
Beijing Bridge Collapses, Sparing Lives Despite Shock (3 days ago)
Ontario bike lane removals stalled by court injunction (3 days ago)
Earth Day Coverage: Environmental Advances and Setbacks Unveiled (4 days ago)
Ontario
Ontario mining bill sparks outcry over endangered species (20 hours ago)
Mistrial in world junior hockey sexual assault case (22 hours ago)
Leafs Seal 3-0 Series Lead in Overtime Victory (34 hours ago)
Transportation
Catastrophic Explosion Rocks Iranian Port, Injuring Over 500 People (1 hour ago)
Nationwide IT Glitch Disrupts Canadian Airport Checkpoints (14 hours ago)
Montreal Buses Ditch “Go! Canadiens Go!” Messaging (45 hours ago)
Local News
Paul Skenes outduels Yamamoto in Pirates’ 3-0 win (6 hours ago)
Grimsby jewelry store hit for a third time amid crime fears (15 hours ago)
RCMP recovers stolen fire trucks in swift southern Alberta bust (19 hours ago)
Toronto
National Newspaper Awards celebrate journalistic excellence amid fierce competition (10 hours ago)
Hudson’s Bay final-store liquidation ramps up deep discounts (19 hours ago)
Ontario transplant patient exposed to measles outbreak (26 hours ago)