Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization

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.

Local access to all properties within the work zone, including homes and businesses, and the Mount Albert Community Centre, will be maintained during construction.

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:

• Asphalt removals and road excavation on the east half of Main Street
• Placing and compacting granular road base material on the east half of Main Street

For weekly project history, please contact the project team.

What is the Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Project?

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.

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Project Milestones and Accomplishments 

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  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 (95% complete)
• 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

Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Strategy & 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.