The multi-year project to widen Columbus Road is moving into a new phase of construction, with the Town of Whitby awarding the tender for road works to begin between Country Lane and Cedarbrook Trail.
Whitby did not name contractor nor the value of the contract in the announcement.
The first phase of the project focused on site preparation includes the relocation of the hydro (electric) poles and utilities. This next phase will focus on the actual expansion and building of the road, including:
- Three new bridges,
- Three new signalized intersections,
- Cycling lanes,
- Multi-use paths,
- Sidewalks,
- Below-ground stormwater and watermain infrastructure, and
- Other features to support growth.
- Approximately 2,000 new trees are also being planted as part of the project.
The project launched in 2025 and is expected to take about three years to complete.
The project is supported through funding from the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Housing-Enabling Core Servicing Stream Fund, aimed at helping municipalities grow smarter and build stronger.
With Whitby’s population expected to increase from about 140,000 to 190,000 by 2031, this project is seen as essential to prepare Brooklin and Whitby for future growth, supporting new homes, employment lands, and key community infrastructure in north Whitby.
Whitby Mayor Elizabeth Roy gathered on-site (top image) with funding partners from the province and Elexicon Energy, including Acting Minister of Infrastructure Todd McCarthy, Member of Provincial Parliament for Whitby Lorne Coe, and Elexicon President and Chief Administrative Officer Amanda Klein.