A computer rendering showing the elevated section of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension

Eglinton Crosstown West Extension

Extending the Eglinton Crosstown LRT 9.2 km farther west into Etobicoke and Mississauga.

Realignment of Eglinton Avenue West near Kipling Avenue

Expected Duration

Jul 20, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Working Hours

Weekdays - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Occasional weekend work required.

Date of Notice

Jul 14, 2026

Realignment of Eglinton Avenue West near Kipling Avenue

Map of work area at Eglinton and Kipling Ave.

What is Happening?

  • Crews working on behalf of Metrolinx will be realigning the road on Eglinton Avenue West near Kipling Avenue to build the underground station box.
  • A station box is an underground box-like structure that forms the main body of a transit station.
  • The realignment will remain in place through construction of the station.

What to expect

  • Residents can expect to see and hear noise from large machinery, such as drills, excavators, dump trucks and equipment. Construction lighting may be visible on the work site. 
  • Measures are being put in place to reduce dust, including the use of water sprayers and biodegradable dust suppressants. 
  • Weekend or overnight work may be required. Residents will be provided with updates as they are made available.
  • The information provided is anticipated based on the current construction schedule and is subject to change. 
  • Work is subject to permit approval from the City of Toronto

Traffic Changes

  • Eastbound traffic approaching Kipling Avenue will now be maintained with one through lane and one dedicated right-turn lane.
  • One westbound and eastbound lane will be closed during this phase of construction.
  • There will be additional traffic stages related to this work in the future. Further notification will be provided.

Pedestrian Access

  • The multi-use path and south sidewalk will be maintained at all times during this phase of construction.

Noise and Vibration

  • Sound walls, post and panel structures, have been installed around the work sites to dampen and reduce noise from construction.

Transit Service

  • Northbound bus stop #4304 on the southeast corner of the Eglinton Avenue West and Kipling Avenue intersection will be temporarily relocated 10 meters further south.
  • Southbound bus stop #4305 on the northwest corner will be temporarily relocated 60 meters north on the nearside of the intersection.
  • Eastbound bus stop #2370 on the southwest corner will be temporarily relocated 90 meters east on the far side of the intersection.

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