Starting Wednesday, July 2 (weather permitting) through the Labour Day weekend, Wellington Street will be fully closed from King Street to Horton Street, including the underpass, to allow for important work as part of the York Street Infrastructure Renewal Project.
Access will be maintained through the east side of the York and Wellington intersection, allowing westbound travel from the east side of York Street.
During the closure, the intersection at Horton Street and Wellington Street will stay open for east and west traffic. There will be no northbound general traffic permitted through the intersection.
Bathurst Street will remain open for local access to the Salvation Army London Centre of Hope and other business destinations.
If you usually drive through this area, especially during rush hour, please plan ahead. Alternate routes into downtown include Richmond Street at Horton and Colborne Street via Horton. Expect some delays and follow detour signs to get where you’re going safely.
Access to homes and businesses will be maintained throughout the construction period.
Pedestrian access through the Wellington Street underpass will be restricted at times during the closure to accommodate necessary concrete repairs and railing replacement. Pedestrians are advised to follow posted wayfinding signage to navigate the area safely. During periods when sidewalk access is fully closed, alternate routes will be clearly signed.
Cyclists are advised to use Dundas Place for a safer east-west connection through the Core Area.
Some London Transit (LTC) bus routes and stops will be affected during the closure. Riders should check the LTC website (londontransit.ca) for the latest updates.
Please follow all posted signage, signals, and barriers, they’re there to help keep everyone safe, including those working on site.
We recognize that construction in the downtown core can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience as this important work moves forward. These upgrades are necessary to replace aging sewer systems, improve drainage capacity, and support a growing population, all while contributing to the long-term health of the Thames River.
Work began in 2024 to replace aging sewer infrastructure on York Street and will continue through 2025 and 2026.