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Closures of Davis Drive for Rail Repair

Expected Duration

Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 18, 2026

Working Hours

Friday 9:00 p.m., to Wednesday 6:00 a.m., 24 hours

Date of Notice

Oct 20, 2026

Figure 1: Approximate area of work zone. Not to scale. Metrolinx image.

Closures of Davis Drive for Rail Repair

What is Happening?

As part of state of good repair maintenance work, crews working on behalf of Metrolinx will be replacing existing track infrastructure at the Davis Drive Crossing. This work will include removing the existing crossing surface to perform a complete track panel replacement, followed by welding and destressing. Once the track work is complete, the crossing surface will be restored and final asphalt paving will be completed.

What to expect

  • Construction lighting may be visible from the work site.

  • Trucks and construction equipment may generate dust during construction.

  • Crews will take precautions to monitor and reduce dust.

  • Increased presence of construction vehicles and equipment can be expected in the work area.

  • Work areas will be clearly marked or fenced off to ensure public safety.

  • Please exercise caution around active construction sites.

  • Work may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

  • Approximately 10-15 trucks will leave the site each day to move materials overnight. In certain circumstances, trucks may need to operate during the day.

Traffic Changes

  • Davis Drive will be closed for the duration of the work. Signage will redirect traffic around the work zones.
  • A paid duty officer, flaggers and detour signs will be onsite to direct traffic as needed.

Pedestrian Access

  • Temporary sidewalk closures or pedestrian detours will be in place while the work is underway, with signs in place to direct pedestrians as needed.

Noise and Vibration

  • Crews will take measures to minimize disruptions to the surrounding area wherever possible.
  • Residences and businesses in the area can expect noise and vibration caused by construction equipment related to this work.

Transit Service

  • There is no anticipated impact to transit services.

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