Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit construction update: lane shifts and signal changes on Kingston Road in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is continuing construction for the Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit (DSBRT) project on Kingston Road (Regional Highway 2) from 300 metres west of Harwood Avenue to Galea Drive in the Town of Ajax.

As part of the work, significant lane reconfigurations will occur at Salem Road and Harwood Avenue intersections, including traffic signal timing adjustments to accommodate the centre median and transit station construction. Motorists are asked to pay close attention to the new lane configurations and changes to traffic signal timings, which will now include offset left turn lanes and fully protected left turn signals.

When: Significant lane reconfigurations and traffic signal timing adjustments are currently in place at the following intersections and are expected to remain through spring 2027.

Where: Intersections of Kingston Road and Salem Road; and Kingston Road and Harwood Avenue. Additional intersections along the corridor will be impacted as new bus stations are installed.

Why: To accommodate centre median bus rapid transit station construction as part of the DSBRT project.  

Note: This project is partially funded through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP).

Bus routes, bus stops, sidewalks and businesses will remain open during regular operating hours for the duration of construction. For more information, visit durham.ca/BRTHarwoodToGalea.

The Region recognizes there may be potential impacts during the work. Durham Region offers an overview of what businesses can expect during construction, and some tips on how to minimize inconvenience on your business, at durham.ca/OpenForBusiness. 

The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews. 

To view a live interactive map of current construction projects and up-to-date traffic information, please visit durham.ca/TrafficWatch.

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