The Regional Municipality of Durham is moving ahead with plans for the construction of the Kingston Road Median Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project in Ajax, with work anticipated to begin in July and continue through to the end of 2026.
According to the region, the project will span Kingston Road (Highway 2) from about 300 metres west of Harwood Avenue to Galea Drive, and includes a range of infrastructure improvements aimed at supporting the BRT system and enhancing multi-modal transportation.
Planned work includes:
- Reconstruction of existing pavement, including the addition of designated median BRT lanes
- Off-road asphalt cycle tracks located in the boulevards
- Four median bus stop platforms to support the BRT service
- Upgrades to traffic signals and crosswalks, with a focus on accessibility
- Improved roadway and boulevard lighting
- Watermain and sanitary sewer construction
Earlier this year, advance tree removals were completed to prepare for construction. Additional notices will be shared by the region prior to the start of work, confirming timelines and providing contact information for regional staff, said a statement.
As construction progresses, Durham Region also plans to host public information centres (PICs) to provide residents with updates and details about the BRT program.
Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit (BRT) is designed to deliver fast, efficient, and reliable service through dedicated bus lanes traffic system signals. These are separate from general traffic.
The Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit (DSBRT) is a project that spans approximately 36-kilometre through Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering and Scarborough. It would provide:
- Two-way service every five minutes.
- Dedicated bus lanes and priority signals.
- Time savings of 20 minutes for transit trips along the corridor.
The DSBRT project was assessed under the Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP), in accordance with Ontario Regulation 231/08. The project aims to create seamless connections with local transit networks across Durham Region and into the City of Toronto. It will provide more flexibility in transit options.
For updates on this and other rapid transit projects, residents are encouraged to visit durham.ca/RapidTransit.
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