Weekly Traffic Advisories (12 June)
Note: Each week the local listings are expanded and updated. During the week new and updated tasks are added. Every week a new post is started with fresh info but previous posts may be still valid
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Traffic Delay – Quinpool Road
Location: Quinpool Road, between Monastery Lane and Preston Street
Dates: Friday, June 19 to Monday, June 22
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate the installation of natural gas service and related restoration work.
Traffic impact: Two-way traffic will be maintained while this work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Sidewalk impact: Sidewalks along the north side of this area will be closed with a marked detour in place.
Transit impact: The bus stop on Quinpool Road at Preston Street (8148) will be temporarily closed while this work is underway.
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Traffic Delay – Windmill Road
Location: Windmill Road, near 333 Windmill Road
Date: Wednesday, June 17
Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate road repair work in support of the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: There will be an altered centre line in place while work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Sidewalk impact: The sidewalk will be closed on the west side of Windmill Road.
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Traffic Delay – Robie Street
Location: Robie Street between North and Willow streets
Date: Monday, June 15 to Tuesday, June 16
Time: 6 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate underground telecommunications work.
Traffic impact: Two-way traffic will be maintained. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
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Traffic Delay – Woodlawn Road
Location: Woodlawn Road, between Mount Edward and Valleyfield roads
Date: Monday, June 15 to Friday, June 19
Time: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate road repair work in support of the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., two-way traffic will be maintained with an altered centreline in place.
From 4 to 7 p.m., there will be stop-and-go traffic in place.
Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Sidewalk impact: One side of sidewalk will be closed, with the other side remaining open. Marked detours will be in place. Access to local properties and businesses will be maintained.
Transit impact: The following bus stops will be closed while this work is underway:
- Woodlawn Road at Guysborough Avenue (8595)
- Woodlawn Road after Mount Edward Road (8590)
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Traffic Delay – Intersection of Pinecrest and Crystal drives
Location: Intersection of Pinecrest and Crystal drives
Date: Monday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 17
Time: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate asphalt repairs in support of the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: The intersection will be closed while this work is underway. Local and emergency access will be maintained. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Transit impact: Routes 72 and 53 will be on detour. Visit our website for up-to-date impacts to Halifax Transit routes and bus stops.
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Upcoming traffic disruptions in support of Windsor Street repaving and maintenance work
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming traffic delays on Windsor Street, between North and Almon streets to facilitate road maintenance and infrastructure work in this area. Work will begin in mid-June and is anticipated to be completed by late July.
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for weekday work and 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. for weeknight work
Work details: This project includes coordinated road maintenance and infrastructure improvements designed to enhance safety, accessibility and long-term road conditions, including:
Spot repairs to concrete curbs
Adjustments to manholes and water valves in the street
Milling (removing) the top layer of worn asphalt
Repaving with new asphalt
Repainting pavement markings and crosswalks
Minor landscaping and driveway tie-ins
This work aligns with the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: Traffic impacts are expected throughout the duration of the project and may include:
Weekday impacts: Two-way traffic will be maintained with an altered centreline in place. This is expected to be the standard daytime traffic impact during the project.
Weeknight impacts: Stop-and-go traffic will be maintained to minimize disruption and avoid full road closures. This is expected to be the standard overnight traffic impact during the project.
Weekend work: Some locations may require weekend work to minimize daytime traffic impacts.
Local access and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Transit impact: Visit our website for up-to-date impacts to Halifax Transit routes and bus stops.
Active transportation impact: Bike lanes in this area will be temporarily closed while this work is underway.
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Road Closure – Waverley Road
Location: Waverley Road, between civics 1291 and 1335
Dates and times: From 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 11 to 7 a.m. on Monday, June 15 (weather dependent)
Work details: This is to facilitate temporary utility pole and line relocations in coordination with Nova Scotia Power, in support of the Waverley Road guiderail and retaining wall project.
Traffic impact: This section of Waverley Road will be closed while this work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible. Local access will be maintained from both ends of the closure, and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
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Traffic Delay – Bayers Road
Location: Bayers Road, between Connolly and Oxford streets
Date: Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Work details: This is to facilitate preparations for the upcoming Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor project.
Traffic impact: There will be stop-and-go traffic in place while this work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
On-street parking will be restricted in the project area to enable crews to work safely and to reduce the impact on traffic flows while this work is taking place.
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Upcoming traffic disruptions in support of the Waverley Road guiderail and retaining wall project
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming traffic disruptions along Waverley Road, between civics 1291 and 1335.
These disruptions are required to facilitate construction in support of the Waverley Road guiderail and retaining wall project, which is expected to begin during the week of June 8 (weather dependent) and be completed by late summer/early fall 2026.
Work details: This project will include several coordinated improvements designed to enhance road safety and long-term reliability, including:
Replacement and extension of the existing guiderail on the west side of Waverley Road adjacent to civic 1291
Shoulder widening toward Lake William to accommodate the new guiderail
Construction of a new retaining wall in select areas, along with slope reshaping and stabilization
Full‑width repaving of Waverley Road within the project area following construction
Replacement of stormwater pipes and culverts in the project area in coordination with Halifax Water
Temporary utility pole and line relocations in coordination with Nova Scotia Power, to facilitate the guiderail project
Traffic impacts: Traffic impacts are expected throughout the duration of the project and will include the following:
Stop-and-go traffic: For much of the project, this section of Waverley Road will be reduced to a single lane, with stop-and-go traffic in place day and night. This is expected to be the default traffic condition during this project.
Planned road closures: Some stages of the work will require short-term full road closures within the project area to ensure the safety of residents, road users and construction crews. These closures will be planned and communicated in advance. Local access will be maintained from both ends of the closure, and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
For more information about this project, visit: halifax.ca/waverley
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Street Closure – Halfway Lake Drive
Location: Halfway Lake Drive, near civic 88 Halfway Lake Drive
Date: April 17, 2026, until late 2027
Time: 24-7
Work details: This area has been closed out of an abundance of caution to protect public safety, as the culverts have reached the end of their useful life at this location. Municipal staff are prioritizing efforts to progress the replacement of these culverts with a new bridge. This project supports the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: A detour will be in place around this closure via Kipawa Crescent and Chippawa Street. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
Active transportation impact: Access for people walking and rolling will be maintained during this closure.
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Street Closure – Argyle Street
Location: Argyle Street, between Prince and Blowers streets
Date: Friday, April 17 until mid-November
Time: 24-7
Work details: This is to facilitate the seasonal closure of Argyle Street to motor vehicles, in support of the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impact: Argyle Street will remain fully open to people walking, cycling and rolling. Access to all stores and restaurants will be maintained. Drivers are asked to use alternative routes.
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Road Closure – Tower Road
Location: Tower Road CN bridge, between Southwood and Pine Hill drives
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 4 until December 2026
Time: 24-7
Work details: This is to facilitate the Tower Road CN Bridge Rehabilitation project, part of a long-term plan to improve safety and reliability by rehabilitating seven CN-owned bridges on the Halifax peninsula.
Traffic impact: The Tower Road CN bridge will be closed for all use, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, while this work is underway. A marked detour via the Young Avenue CN bridge will be in place while this work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
The municipality is working with CN, Halifax Water and other involved utilities to coordinate construction activities and minimize impacts where possible.
Transit impact: Halifax Transit route 29 will detour around this work. Five bus stops will be impacted during this closure to accommodate these changes. Updates will be posted on: halifax.ca/htdisruptions
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Traffic disruptions in support of Agricola Street repaving and maintenance work
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming traffic delays on Agricola Street, between Almon and Charles streets.
These traffic delays are required to facilitate road maintenance and infrastructure work in this area, which will begin on Tuesday, May 19 and are anticipated to be completed on June 12, 2026.
Time: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for weekday work and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for weeknight work (weekdays only)
Work details: This project includes coordinated road maintenance and infrastructure improvements designed to enhance safety, accessibility and long-term road conditions, including:
Spot repairs to concrete curbs and gutters
Adjustments to manholes and water valves in the street
Milling (removing) the top layer of worn asphalt
Repaving with new asphalt
Repainting pavement markings and crosswalks
Minor landscaping and driveway tie-ins
This work aligns with the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.
Traffic impacts: Traffic impacts are expected throughout the duration of the project and may include the following:
Weekday impacts:
From 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. (peak traffic times), two-way traffic will be maintained with lane reductions in place.
Outside of peak traffic times, there will be a mix of stop-and-go traffic and two-way traffic in the work area.
These are expected to be the standard daytime traffic impacts during this project.
Weeknight impacts:
Stop-and-go traffic will be maintained to minimize disruption and avoid full road closures
This is expected to be the standard overnight traffic impact during this project.
Local access and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Drivers should expect delays and are asked to use alternative routes where possible.
On-street parking will be restricted in the project area to enable crews to work safely and to reduce the impact on traffic flows while construction is taking place.
Sidewalk impact: Sidewalks are expected to remain open throughout this project.
Transit impact: Visit our website for up-to-date impacts to Halifax Transit routes and bus stops.
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NEW WORK
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ANNAPOLIS COUNTY: Trunk 1, Wilmot
Trunk 1 from the Middleton town line (Senator Road) to Old Mill Road is reduced to one lane until Monday, August 31, for roadwork.
Traffic control is in place. Work takes place Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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KINGS COUNTY: Gaspereau River Road, Gaspereau
Gaspereau River Road between the Grand Pre Road
