Downtown Revitalization Project weekly update: May 25 to 29, 2026

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

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 28, 2026

In the area of Brant Avenue and Colborne Street West, temporary lane and sidewalk closures remain in place to allow for telecommunications work related to the upcoming Lorne Bridge rehabilitation. Closed lanes and sidewalks are expected to reopen on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Market Street South reopening  May 22, 2026

Market Street South is temporarily closed for watermain and sanitary servicing work related to the new Sports and Entertainment Centre. The road is expected to reopen on Friday, May 22, 2026.

Brant’s Crossing Bridge Replacement

Delivery and installation of the new bridge spans is planned to take place between May 22 and May 29, 2026. Intermittent rolling road closures will be required on Colborne Street West near Fordview Trail and on Market Street South at Erie Avenue to accommodate bridge span deliveries and installation work. Temporary parking restrictions will also be in place on Colborne Street West between Oak Street and Gilkison Street during scheduled deliveries to accommodate oversized transport vehicles. For public safety, Brant’s Crossing Bridge, Brant’s Crossing Park, Fordview Park, and all fenced construction areas remain closed throughout construction.

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

Stay informed

The City appreciates the community’s patience as this necessary infrastructure work continues. For information on road closures, including an interactive map, visit Brantford.ca/RoadClosures. To receive updates directly by email, visit Brantford.ca/Subscribe.

This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada.

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