Barrie Line GO Expansion
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- Barrie Line GO Expansion
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- Sheppard Bridge Works Lane Closures
Sheppard Bridge Works Lane Closures
Expected Duration
Nov 2, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Date of Notice
Oct 23, 2026
Figure 1: Map depicting work zone and full road closure. Metrolinx image.
What is Happening?
Metrolinx crews are constructing a new rail and pedestrian bridge over Sheppard Ave West as part of improvements to the Barrie GO Rail Line. This work will impact Sheppard Ave West lanes and sidewalks between Vitti Street and Chesswood Drive.
From November 2-13, 2026, a closure of all Sheppard Ave West lanes (a full road closure) between Vitti Street and Chesswood Drive will be implemented over approximately 10-night shifts (7pm to 7am). A detour route with wayfinding signage will be in place during each full closure.
The road will reopen at the end of each night shift; this is not a continuous 10-day closure.
What to expect
- Construction lighting may be visible from the work site.
- Where possible, lights from equipment will be positioned away from residential homes to keep light pollution levels low.
- 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.
Traffic Changes
- Sheppard Avenue West between Vitti Street and Chesswood 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.
- All businesses in the area will remain open during the work. Please follow signage for access.
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
- 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.
- To minimize noise impacts on the community, noise monitoring equipment will be installed prior to construction. These devices will help to detect exceedances early to proactively conduct corrective actions as needed while crews work.
- Trucks accessing the site will be equipped with broadband backup alarms, which emit a less disruptive sound compared to traditional beeping backup alarms.
Transit Service
- There is no anticipated impact to transit services.