Downtown Detours

Installation of underground infrastructure along Icomm Drive continues, with traffic controls remaining in place throughout the construction area.

One southbound lane remains open from Brant Avenue to Market Street South, with a single lane in each direction between Market Street South and Clarence Street South.

The Hill Street exit of the Market Centre Parkade is temporarily closed for construction and is expected to reopen by the end of June. All parkade entrances remain open. Vehicles must exit using Icomm Drive. 

Lorne Bridge Bell Canada utility relocation May 11 to 22, 2026

In the area of Brant Avenue and Colborne Street West, temporary lane and sidewalk closures will be required to allow for telecommunications work in advance of the Lorne Bridge rehabilitation. Pedestrian detours will be clearly marked.

What’s Next

Market Street South road closure May 19 to 22, 2026

Market Street South will be temporarily closed to complete watermain and sanitary servicing work related to the new Sports and Entertainment Centre. 

Motorists are asked to follow posted signage and allow extra travel time. Detour routes are being monitored and adjusted as needed to support traffic flow.

Market Centre Parkade Hill Street exit closed

Beginning Monday, April 27, the Hill Street exit of the Market Centre Parkade will be temporarily closed to accommodate ongoing construction. This closure is tentatively scheduled to last up to 6 weeks.

During this time, entrances are available via Icomm Drive, Hill Street, Wharfe Street and the Farmers’ Market parking lot. The only exit from the parkade is located on Icomm Drive.

Stay informed

The City is committed to minimizing disruptions as this important infrastructure project moves forward. Updates on lane closures and construction impacts are available at Brantford.ca/News. To receive public notices directly by email, visit Brantford.ca/Subscribe.

Phase 1 Construction

Construction of Phase 1 of the Downtown Revitalization Project is underway with work on Brant Avenue and Icomm Drive. Residents are encouraged to follow posted detour routes to support the efficient movement of traffic in and around the construction area.

Where work is happening

• Brant Avenue: Colborne Street to Dalhousie Street, including the Brant Avenue/Colborne Street intersection. 
• Icomm Drive: Colborne Street to Market Street South. 
• Icomm Drive: Market Street South to Clarence Street South. 

• Dalhousie Street: Brant Avenue to Bridge Street.
• Colborne Street: Brant Avenue to King Street.
• Hill Street: Icomm Drive to Water Street.

Suggested detour routes

During construction, Brant Avenue (Dalhousie Street to Colborne Street) and Icomm Drive (Colborne Street to Clarence Street) will generally be reduced to a single southbound/eastbound lane. Detour routes will help keep traffic moving into and around the downtown. Short periods of full closures or longer delays may be required at times to safely complete certain work. Signage and traffic controls will be in place to guide vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.

The following routes are recommended for those travelling through or accessing downtown while construction is underway:

• Eagle Place bypass option
• East Ward bypass option
• Terrace Hill bypass option
• West Brant bypass option

Active transportation detour

Cyclists and pedestrians are encouraged to follow signed alternate routes around construction areas.

Sidewalks and crossings will remain open where safe and possible.

Parking

The Market Centre Parkade (59 Icomm Drive) will remain open throughout construction. While some access points may be closed, signage will direct drivers to open entrances and exits. On-street parking and municipal lots are also available in the downtown core. For more information, visit our Parking Services page.

Supporting local businesses

Where possible, sidewalks and storefront entryways will remain open during construction.  Please continue to shop local.

Stay informed

The City is committed to minimizing disruptions and your patience is appreciated as we move forward with this vital infrastructure improvement. Please contact cobdowntown@brantford.ca with any questions or concerns.