Planning for the future of the Canada Drive-America Avenue Bridge
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Participate in an online survey to provide feedback on streetscape plans and landscaping
The Canada Drive-America Avenue Bridge project is making headway in the City of Vaughan. Now moving into the design phase, citizens are encouraged to get involved in the process and have their say on the streetscape plans, landscaping concepts and more. Visit vaughan.ca/CDAABridge to learn more about the project, participate in an online survey and provide feedback until Tuesday, April 13.
The Canada Drive-America Avenue Bridge project is making headway in the City of Vaughan. Now moving into the design phase, citizens are encouraged to get involved in the process and have their say on the streetscape plans, landscaping concepts and more. Visit vaughan.ca/CDAABridge to learn more about the project, participate in an online survey and provide feedback until Tuesday, April 13.
In 2008, the City of Vaughan undertook an Environmental Assessment (EA) study for the area bounded by Teston Road to the north, Jane Street to the east, Major Mackenzie Drive to the south and Weston Road to the west, with Highway 400 dividing the overall study area. The study was initiated to provide a description of existing conditions, offer alternative solutions and design concepts, outline a summary of anticipated impacts and suggest mitigation measures to implement throughout the process. An extensive public consultation process was also completed at this time. In December 2013, Vaughan Council approved the final EA study, which determined the preferred solution to be a bridge built over Highway 400 at Canada Drive and America Avenue. Currently, the project has moved into design phase with construction anticipated to begin by spring 2022. Bridge completion is expected for 2023. View the project timeline for more details.
This project is a key infrastructure development for the city. It will connect Canada Drive to America Avenue and link the two communities on either side of Highway 400. The suggested design of the bridge includes a two-lane road with sidewalks and bicycle lanes on both sides – this will improve overall traffic movement in the area, shorten travel times, offer better access to local amenities, create access to enhanced transit systems and promote sustainable transportation options with pedestrian and cycling networks. It will also help improve emergency services response times to the community.
As public engagement is vital to the development and success of this project, the City encourages citizens to join the conversation – virtually. An online survey is now available at vaughan.ca/CDAABridge for citizens to comment on landscaping options, streetscape plans, design concepts and more. The survey will be open until Tuesday, April 13. Check the project webpage often as additional engagement opportunities will become available in coming months.
This project supports several City priorities as outlined in the 2018-2022 Term of Council Service Excellence Strategic Plan, including Transportation and Mobility, City Building, and Active, Safe and Diverse Communities.
For more information about the new bridge, including project highlights and frequently asked questions, visit vaughan.ca/CDAABridge and email CDAAbridge@vaughan.ca to join the project mailing list and be notified of bridge updates and upcoming input opportunities.
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