Intersection Improvements coming to the City of Richmond Hill

July 11, 2024

York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan supports improvements to road safety for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and transit users today and into the future.

Duration: Construction will occur in the next six months depending on the contractor’s scheduling

Map of intersection improvements

Description

York Region is making improvements to the Major Mackenzie Drive and Boake Trail/Shirley Drive intersection in the City of Richmond Hill:

  • Rebuilding existing traffic signals and intersection upgrades to meet Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act requirements
  • Installing temporary traffic signals while existing signals are rebuilt
  • Installing zebra crosswalk markings to help enhance crosswalk visibility

Impacts to Travellers

  • Temporary lane reductions weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Access for emergency vehicles, homes and businesses will be maintained
  • Safety is a priority; please slow down through construction areas

As with all construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather. York Region will provide advance notice where possible. We understand construction creates challenges for the community and we are working to deliver this project with minimal disruption. Thank you for your patience during the construction period.

If you have any questions or concerns, staff will be pleased to respond. Contact us using any method noted below and quote “Contract 24-202” in your inquiry. 

For more information on York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan please visit york.ca/TravellerSafety

Visit york.ca/RoadConstruction to view current road construction projects

Accessible formats of this notice and communication supports are available upon request.

General Inquiries:
York Region, Public Works
Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 
TTY: 1-866-512-6228 
Email: @email
After hours emergency: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200