Current Project Status 

Travellers may experience closures and lane restrictions along Main Street from Centre Street to King Street, part of Centre Street between Elizabeth Street and Mill Street Park, and all of Bank Street.

Pedestrian access to all properties within the work zone, including homes and businesses, and the Mount Albert Community Centre, will be maintained during construction. Please anticipate driving and parking delays.

Waste collection is not affected. Please follow the detour routes and signage around the closures. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these important infrastructure improvements are completed. 

What is being worked on this week:

  • Portions of Centre Street and Main Street will require a temporary road closure from 7a.m. to 7p.m on Tuesday, September 29 . Please see this Notice for further details on road closure and paving limits.
  • Asphalt Road Paving for Centre Street from 40m north of Mill Street to 30m south of Main Street.
  • Asphalt Road Paving for Main Street from King Street to Centre Street.
  • Asphalt Road Paving for Bank Street from Centre Street to Alice Street.
  • Landscaping, line painting and restoration activities throughout the project limits.

For weekly project history, please contact the project team.

 Notice to Residents: Issued on September 25

Temporary Road Closure and Asphalt Paving Notice  

As part of the Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Project, final asphalt paving will take place on Centre Street, Main Street, and Bank Street on Tuesday, September 29. Due to the width of the paving equipment and safety requirements for both motorists and crews, this work will require temporary road closures and rolling lane closures.

  • Centre Street (from approximately 40 metres north of Mill Street to 30 metres south of Main Street, as shown on the map below) will be fully closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on September 29.
  • Main Street (from Centre Street to approximately 80 metres west, as shown on the map below) will be closed twice during the day for approximately one hour each time.
  • Bank Street and the majority of Main Street will remain open with rolling lane closures in effect. Traffic will be maintained, and flaggers will direct vehicles safely through the work area.

Map of the Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization paving area showing temporary road closures and traffic impacts. A red-highlighted section indicates a full closure on Centre Street, extending from approximately 40 metres north of Mill Street to 30 metres south of Main Street, and a short section of Main Street west of Centre Street. Green-highlighted sections show the remaining paving limits on Main Street and Bank Street, where rolling lane closures will be in effect and traffic will be directed by flaggers. Surrounding streets and properties are displayed for reference. Provide your feedback on BizChat

 

Planned Paving Order: 

Subject to change based on site conditions, the sequence is expected to be: 

  1. Centre Street (base asphalt paving) 
  2. Main Street (top asphalt paving)
  3. Bank Street (top asphalt paving) 
  4. Centre Street (top asphalt paving) 

What Can I Expect? 

  • Pedestrian Access – All sidewalks and pedestrian access to businesses will remain open. 

  • Delays & Flagging – Areas outside of the full closure zones, individual lane closures with flaggers will be required. Please anticipate driving and parking delays. 

  • Work Hours – Operations begin at 7a.m. with completion anticipated around 7 p.m.  

  • Contingency Plan – Should unexpected delays occur, crews will remain onsite until the work is completed. If a second day of paving is required, it is not expected to need any full road closures. 

  • Waste Collection – Garbage and recycling pickup will not be disrupted and will continue on your regularly scheduled day. 

Drivers and Residents: 

  • Leaving your property – If you need to exit your driveway before paving crews approach your property, please speak with a team member onsite. 

  • Fresh asphalt cooling –Once the fresh asphalt is installed and compacted past your driveway, it requires a minimum of 30 minutes of cooling time before any vehicle can cross over it. 

  • Parking exemptions – Vehicles cannot remain on the road during paving operations. Should you require a parking exemption for a nearby street beyond the paving limits, please contact the Town Project Manager (contact info below). 

Questions or Concerns? 

Town of East Gwillimbury                                               

Ray Wrzala, Project Manager                                                         

Email: rwrzala@eastgwillimbury.ca                                           

Tel: 905-955-2187                                                                 

Town of East Gwillimbury 

Bright Asirifi, Municipal Inspector 

Email: basirifi@eastgwillimbury.ca 

Tel: 905-478-4283 ext. 1421 

What is the Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Project?

Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization is a collaborative and comprehensive project that aims to revitalize the downtown Mount Albert/Centre Street area through infrastructure improvements. The project area includes Main Street, Bank Street, and Centre Street, extending from just south of Main Street to just north of Mill Street Park. The Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Project will improve the economic, physical and social well-being of the local community. 

The Revitalization Project will include:

  • Road resurfacing and full road reconstruction 
  • Storm sewer/road drainage improvements 
  • Replace/upgrades to sidewalks to fill in missing links, improve connectivity and accessibility  
  • Replace/upgrade/relocation of overhead hydro poles to eliminate conflicts with sidewalks 
  • Public realm improvements including decorative streetlighting, street scape, amenities, etc. 
  • Formal lay-by parking and parallel parking  

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 us View the drawing 

Business Support

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.

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 

  • Mt. Albert Sports Day booth

    All-way stop installation at Centre Street and Main Street
  • Pedestrian Crossover upgrade at Centre Street and Mill Street
  • Sidewalk removals and replacements in many areas
  • Hydro pole installations and removals through Hydro One
  • Utility relocations through Bell, Rogers, Hydro One and Clearway Utilities
  • Installation of new streetlighting (Main Street and Centre Street)
  • New storm sewers for the east half of Main Street
  • Base asphalt paving for the west half of Main Street

Resources

Project Background

The Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Strategy and Community Improvement Plan was approved in August 2014. The Plan articulated a vision for downtown Mount Albert and
established a strategy for revitalization and economic development. The vision focused on providing:    
  • A destination for residents and visitors characterized by an attractive mix of business, services, amenities, and vibrant public spaces that support economic activity and community participation 
  • A place to provide services to the residents or Mount Albert and beyond 
  • A central gathering place for the community 
  • An excellent mix of businesses and services that supports the needs of the community 

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback during our engagement period including at the open houses and community BBQ.
Reports, and Notices

To view any of these documents or request a copy, please reach out to the Project Team.

  • Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Strategy and Community Improvement Plan
  • Honourable Caroline Mulroney, MPP, Minister of Transportation of Ontario, making a presentation to Committee regarding the provincial funding announcement
  • CIES-2019-012 Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) Rural and Northern Communities Funding Stream 
  • CIES2020-06 Mount Albert – Centre Street Revitalization Project Transfer Payment Agreement
  • CIES2020-30 Centre Street Implementation Strategy 
  • Memorandum to Council dated November 16, 2021 - Downtown Mount Albert - Centre Street Revitalization Project and Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization Project Update
  • CIES2022-02 Council - January 18, 2022 Centre Street Public Engagement & Revitalization Design Award
  • Notice of Pre-Engineering Activities to Affected Properties - March 18, 2022
  • CIES2022-16 Council - May 17, 2022 Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization, Public Consultation, Engagement and Communications Strategy
  • CIES2022-16 Council - May 17, 2022 Presentation
  • Notice of Project Initiation and Open House to Affected Properties - June 2022
  • Council - April 4, 2023 Presentation
  • Council memo - September 6, 2023
  • Notice of Utility Investigations to Affected Properties - April 18, 2024
  • Council memo - October 22, 2024
  • Notice of Hydro One Service Relocations and Upgrades to Affected Properties - December 4, 2024
  • Council memo - May 6, 2025
  • Council Award Report - July 24, 2025
Funding
This project has been co-funded through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). This is a Federal program (managed by the Province) designed to create long-term economic growth, build inclusive, sustainable and resilient communities and support a low-carbon economy. The total eligible project costs are approximately $2.7 million, which will be covered by the Provincial/Federal grant. The Town will contribute approximately $454,000.