The City of Pickering yesterday announced the planned 6-month closure of the eastbound Highway 401 on-ramp at Brock Road, which is expected to begin April 14.
This will follow nightly closures which will start April 7. The nearest eastbound Highway 401 access points will be Whites Road in Pickering and Westney Road in Ajax, said a city statement.
Brock Road and Highway 401 Bridge/CN Overpass Rehabilitation Project
The Ministry of Transportation of Ontario is carrying out rehabilitation work in the Brock Road and Highway 401 area.
This project will help maintain critical transportation infrastructure and support the safe movement of people and goods through an important regional corridor.
Stage 4 is scheduled to run from April to September and will include work on the east side of Brock Road, the CN overpass structure, and the Highway 401 bridge.
Construction highlights/impacts:
- The eastbound Highway 401 on-ramp at Brock Road will close for approximately six months starting April 14. Nightly closures from midnight to 5 am will begin April 7 in advance of the full closure. The nearest eastbound Highway 401 access points will be Whites Road in Pickering and Westney Road in Ajax.
- Crews will carry out short-term nightly lane and ramp closures as needed.
- Traffic on Brock Road will be reduced to two lanes in each direction.
- Timelines may change if the province approves a scope change to add a dedicated northbound Brock Road to eastbound Highway 401 right-turn lane.
Brock Road/Bayly Street Area Improvements
The Brock Road and Bayly Street area is expected to undergo road and infrastructure improvements to support growth and transportation needs.
Motorists will experience lane restrictions, turning movement changes, intermittent delays, and temporary traffic pattern changes during construction.
Design is currently underway. Construction is anticipated to begin in July 2026 and conclude in early 2027.
Construction highlights/impacts:
- Adding second southbound left turn lane on Brock Road
- Extended turning lanes on Bayly Street
- Signal timing adjustments, and other capacity upgrades to support increased traffic to and from the Durham Live Site development
Kingston Road Bus Rapid Transit
The Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit project is a major regional transit initiative that will improve transit service across Durham Region and into Scarborough.
As work advances, motorists will experience lane shifts, temporary lane closures, and other traffic changes near active construction areas, including sections affecting Pickering.
Once complete, the project is expected to support more reliable transit service, improve travel times, provide enhanced cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, and strengthen connections across the region.
Construction highlights/impacts:
Preparation for the Kingston Road BRT segment from Steeple Hill to Merritton Road is underway, with construction expected to start in July 2026 and be completed by the end of 2028.
The next segment, from Dixie Road to Bainbridge Drive, is expected to begin construction in August/September 2026 and be completed by fall 2029. This segment will directly affect the Brock Road and Kingston Road intersection and vicinity.
Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment and Related Area Activity
Ontario Power Generation is advancing preparations for the refurbishment of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, a major long-term infrastructure project that will support Ontario’s electricity system for decades to come.
As planning and related work continue, residents may notice increased project activity and construction-related traffic in areas connected to the Pickering Nuclear site and surrounding road network.
This project is expected to support long-term energy reliability, local employment, and broader economic benefits across Ontario.
Construction highlights/impacts:
- To help manage the impacts of increased daily vehicle and heavy-equipment traffic, the city is actively working with OPG on planned upgrades to Sandy Beach Road and Montgomery Park Road ahead of the refurbishment, as per the council approved Road Servicing Agreement (Resolution # 767/25).
- Phase 1 works on both roads were completed in 2025. Phase 2 works, which will bring the project to completion, are expected to commence in April 2026 and be completed by year end. Road closures and detour routes will be in effect during construction.
- Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment work is scheduled to begin in January 2027 and span approximately seven to eight years.
Brock Road Corridor & Vicinity project page
The city encouraged residents, businesses, and commuters to visit the city’s Brock Road Corridor & Vicinity project page for current information on major external construction projects affecting travel in and around the area.
It said the page also includes information on other major external projects expected to affect traffic flow, travel times, and access in the Brock Road corridor and nearby areas.
“As these projects are led by external agencies, construction schedules, timelines, and activities may change as work progresses. The city will continue to update the page as new information becomes available to help residents plan ahead,” the city said.
Construction schedules and traffic impacts may change as work progresses. Residents are encouraged to:
- Allow extra travel time
- Follow posted detours and signage
- Check project links for the latest information before travelling through affected areas
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