Ontario Construction News staff writer
Peel Region has achieved an important milestone with the launch of a new overpass on Mississauga Road that lifts the road above the CN Rail tracks.
The new bridge helps divert traffic over the rail line, enhancing safety and efficiency for both drivers and rail services. This project is a collaboration with CN Rail and aims to improve connectivity while supporting future development in northwest Brampton and southwest Caledon.
According to Peel Region, this overpass will facilitate growth in the City of Brampton’s Heritage Heights secondary plan area, while also assisting in the future expansion of Metrolinx’s Kitchener line rail service.
“The new Mississauga Road overpass is more than an infrastructure upgrade – it’s a vital connection that improves safety, reduces delays, and supports the future growth of Brampton and Caledon,” said Kealy Dedman, commissioner of public works for Peel Region. “This milestone demonstrates Peel Region’s commitment to building a transportation network that keeps people and goods moving efficiently, while preparing for tomorrow’s needs.”
As construction progresses, traffic on Mississauga Road will remain at one lane in each direction until summer 2026 when the project is expected to wrap up.
The larger Mississauga Road widening and enhancement initiative includes expanding Mississauga Road from two lanes to six lanes between Bovaird Drive and Sandalwood Parkway, along with widening Sandalwood Parkway to Wanless Drive from two lanes to four lanes.
Other elements of this project feature a new multi-use path along the east side of Mississauga Road for pedestrians and cyclists, upgraded street lighting and landscaping, improvements to boulevards, as well as enhanced intersections and traffic signals aimed at boosting safety and traffic flow.
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