Articles tagged with "Infrastructure"

Recent updates to the St Clair-Old Weston station plans in Toronto's West End indicate significant changes. The station will accommodate UP Express trains, requiring high platforms to maintain frequent service. While these modifications have caused some concern, they align with Metrolinx's broader changes to the GO rail service, implying more defined track use for local and express trains. Ultimately, these adjustments reflect strategic decisions regarding the UP Express's role on the Kitchener corridor.

Montez Corporation has submitted plans to the City of Toronto for a 61-storey condominium tower at 1243 Islington Avenue, near Islington Station. The development would replace an existing 12-storey medical office building and add significant residential density to the Etobicoke City Centre area. The project by Sweeny & Co Architects will feature 719 condominium units and include a mix of indoor and outdoor amenities. The proposal is part of a larger trend of high-rise developments transforming the Etobicoke Centre.

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. has been chosen by the City of Ottawa to carry out modifications to Laurier Avenue for cycling infrastructure, with the project having an approved budget of $7.2 million. The work has recently commenced and is expected to be completed by the fall of 2026. This project involves significant adjustments aimed at enhancing cycling facilities along this key urban route.

Ontario has commissioned a study to explore the feasibility of a new energy corridor that would transport Western Canadian oil and gas to southern Ontario refineries and export routes via James Bay, Hudson Bay, and the Great Lakes. This initiative aims to assess the potential for a cross-country pipeline to enhance energy distribution in the region. The project was announced on Monday, with a focus on improving connectivity and export capabilities.

The Canadian national standards body has introduced a new edition of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code, labeled CSA S6:25. This is the first time the code requires engineers to account for the long-term effects of climate change in designing highway bridges. The update is aimed at ensuring infrastructure stands resilient amid changing environmental conditions.

In October 2025, Toronto's ongoing transit expansion and high-rise developments were key focal points, including updates on GO Expansion and TTC's management of the Finch West Line 6 LRT. Specific redevelopment projects like the Ontario Line 3 and new high-rise proposals at Yonge and St Clair were highlighted. Graywood Developments took over a project near Yonge and Eglinton, while Pinnacle International revamped its South Block proposal at One Yonge with taller residential towers.

EllisDon has commenced the redevelopment of the Sir Robert Peel Centre in Toronto, a project that it originally constructed in the 1980s. The redevelopment will transform the facility into a high-performance policing hub. This marks a new phase for the site to meet modern infrastructure needs.

Bird Design-Build Construction Inc. has been chosen by William Osler Health System as the development partner for the next phase of the new Peel Memorial Hospital in Brampton. This agreement is a significant step forward in converting Peel Memorial into the city's second full-service hospital. The collaboration will focus on advancing the project's design, schedule, and pricing.

Toronto Hydro and the Toronto Parking Authority celebrated reaching 500 electrified EV charging stations in Toronto's largest municipally owned network. This milestone highlights the successful partnership between Toronto Hydro and TPA, contributing to the city's electrification goals. Originally installed and managed by Toronto Hydro, the network's ownership was transferred to TPA in 2023. This year, over 4,000 additional EV charging stations will be connected across Toronto.

The Pinnacle SkyTower, a 106-storey residential project at One Yonge Street in Toronto, distinguishes itself as the tallest of the new downtown towers. Designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects and developed by Pinnacle International from Vancouver, it serves as a notable juxtaposition to the iconic CN Tower. The project underscores ongoing developments in Toronto's skyline.

The Ontario government has awarded a contract for a feasibility study to explore the construction of a Canadian East-West pipeline and energy corridor. The study will be conducted by an advisory team comprising GHD Limited, Ernst & Young LLP (EY Canada), Mokwateh, AtkinsRéalis Group Inc., Wood PLC, and Turner & Townsend Limited. Infrastructure Ontario will oversee the project. The announcement suggests potential development plans for enhancing Canadian infrastructure and energy distribution.

Construction has begun for the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society's new 8,000-square-foot Cornwall and Region Animal Centre and Veterinary Clinic in Cornwall, Ontario. The facility, costing $8 million, is designed by DEIMLING Architecture & Interior Design from Ottawa and built by Grant Marion Construction of Cornwall. It will replace the old Ontario SPCA animal center in Cornwall, aiming to provide improved services.