Current Project Status 

Map of Holland Landing showing temporary road closure on Yonge Street

As part of the Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization project, the Town will be completing grinding, base repair, and paving work on Yonge Street between Mount Albert Road and Dutch Settlers Court. There will be temporary road and lane closures on week days only between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. from October 14 to 22, the road will be open every night. Work will occur in sections to minimize impacts to residents. Access to the Holland Landing Community Centre and Library including the advance voting polls will be maintained throughout construction.

Work will be completed in two stages, beginning with the section between Mount Albert Road and approximately 100 metres north of the railway tracks, followed by the section between Mount Albert Road and Dutch Settlers Court. Local traffic will be maintained throughout construction, and signage will be in place to help guide motorists.

Improvements
Work continues the Yonge Street Revitalization Project with with:

  • Culvert installation
  • Installation of new streetlights and intersection lighting which is currently underway
  • Grading and landscaping
  • Sidewalk replacement
  • Paving of multi-use path

Next Steps

  • Asphalt paving
  • Decorative line painting

Duration
The remaining project work is expected to be complete by late 2026.

Impacts to Travellers
Local access to all properties within the work area, including homes, businesses, the EG Fire Station and the
Holland Landing Community Centre and Library will be maintained. All traffic is required to follow the detour routes

Photo Gallery: Young Street Revitalization will appear here on the public site.

What is Being Worked on This Week:

  • Culvert and pedestrian bridge replacement work ongoing, first lift of asphalt and curbs to be placed. 
  • IPAC Paving is onsite paving driveways this week starting north of Thompson Drive working south. Prior to paving the driveways require preparation of granular base. This work is anticipated to be ongoing for the next two weeks. Residents can expect temporary disruption to driveway access. 
  • Guild Electrical installing traffic signals 
  • Ongoing concrete and interlocking works at various locations

What is the Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization project?

The Enhance EG – Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization Project will renew and elevate the Holland Landing Yonge Street area through improved accessibility, enhanced safety and lighting, upgraded parking and landscaping, road resurfacing, and sustainable environmental improvements. The project area focuses on Yonge Street from Mount Albert Road to Doane Road.

The Revitalization Project will include:

Rendering of what Yonge Street in Holland Landing will look like after construction

  • Construction of a multi-use path and road resurfacing
  • Upgrades to sidewalks to fill in missing links, improve connectivity and accessibility 
  • Public realm improvements including decorative streetlighting, streetscape, amenities, etc.
  • Sidewalk connections to adjacent trail network (where applicable)

A portion of this project will also focus on the economic development opportunities of upgrading these areas. Additional projects and funding may be available for local businesses as this aspect develops and the project progresses.

Contact the project team  

Business Support Rendering of the corner of Yonge St and Doane Rd

Businesses remain open during construction. Residents and visitors are encouraged to continue supporting our local businesses throughout the revitalization period. Explore local businesses through the EG Loves Local website– Downtown Holland Landing Business Directory

Businesses located within the project area have access to free, one-on-one support from the Town’s Economic Development team. This includes mentorship, marketing guidance, and connections to other programs to help you navigate this transition. A comprehensive list of local business support partners can be found here.

If you’re interested in mentorship opportunities, business resources, or would like tailored support for your business, please email the Economic Development team.

Advantage EG Website

Project Milestones and Accomplishments

Work completed on the project so far includes:

  • Watermain replacement including hydrants
  • Utility relocations
  • Storm sewer replacement (near completion)
Photo Gallery: HL Yonge St Construction will appear here on the public site.

Resources

Project Background

The Yonge Street Revitalization is a collaborative project between the Town and York Region that seeks to revitalize downtown Holland Landing along the Yonge Street corridor through streetscape and infrastructure improvements. The core project area focuses on Yonge Street from Mount Albert Road to Doane Road. 

The project seeks to advance a 1.7 km multi-use path within the downtown core of Holland Landing establishing a key active transportation linkage and extension of the Region’s Lake to Lake Trail network through the community of Holland Landing. In addition to the multi-use path, below are some key components being constructed as part of the project:

  • Utility relocation/extension within the corridor by Enbridge Gas
  • Storm sewer and watermain replacement in advance of road works
  • Road works including:
    • Curb and sidewalk removal and replacement
    • Road resurfacing within the project limits
    • Intersection improvements including updates to meet accessibility requirements
    • Localized sewer and drainage improvements as required 
  • Streetscape and public realm enhancements including decorative pavement (including Every Child Matters  Crosswalk), enhanced planting, seating/gathering areas, wayfinding signs, entry features etc.
  • Enhanced traffic signals, including new traffic signals at Doane Road
  • Pedestrian Crossover at North Street
  • Enhanced streetlighting complete with decorative banner poles on the east side of Yonge Street

Thank you to all residents who participated in our public consultations.

For reports, plans, and documents, please contact the project team.
Funding

This project has been co-funded through the Active Transportation Fund (ATF). This is a Federal program that provides funding to support planning and infrastructure projects that promote walking, cycling, and other active transportation modes.

The total eligible project costs are approximately $6.3 million, of which the federal government is investing $3.8 million. The Town and York Region will contribute the remaining.