Barrie Line GO Expansion
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Barrie Line Rail Milling Works
Expected Duration
Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026
Working Hours
Monday to Sunday, 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Date of Notice
Oct 6, 2026
Barrie Line Rail Milling Works
What is Happening?
To support state of good repair work, Metrolinx crews will be performing rail maintenance work along the Barrie Line using a specialized rail milling machine. Work is progressing south in stages along the rail corridor within the areas shown in Figure 1. The work will primarily take place overnight when trains are not in service, and during the November 14-15 planned major track closure (MTC) on the Barrie Line. Work will be continuous throughout the MTC.
What to expect
- Please exercise caution around active construction sites.
- Work may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- Trucks leaving the site will use existing access points.
- Trucks entering the site will use existing access points.
- Truck activity is expected to be limited and will primarily occur overnight or during the planned MTC, using existing access points to remove residue from the work area.
Traffic Changes
- No disruptions to traffic are anticipated.
Pedestrian Access
- All pedestrian sidewalks will remain open throughout the work.
Noise and Vibration
- Residences and businesses in the area may experience noise and vibration caused by construction equipment related to this work.
- Crews will take measures to minimize disruptions to the surrounding area wherever possible.
Transit Service
- Please visit GOTransit.com for more information about changes to your travel.