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Major Roadwork & Construction Projects
  • Annacis Water Main North – New Westminster Section

    Metro Vancouver Project - Spring 2026 to Spring 2028

    Please be advised that this is a Metro Vancouver project. We kindly ask that you direct all questions, comments, or complaints directly to Metro Vancouver

    Metro Vancouver is constructing the Annacis Water Main North in Burnaby and New Westminster to increase the delivery of high-quality drinking water to growing communities south of the Fraser River. The new water main is approximately three kilometres long and 1.8 metres in diameter. It will run between 12th Avenue in Burnaby, and Auckland Street in New Westminster.

    Work will begin with the New Westminster Section, which extends from 10th Avenue to Auckland Street. The New Westminster Section is two kilometres long and will take approximately two years to complete. Construction will take place mainly along 11th Street and 13th Street, between Auckland Street and 10th Avenue. ​

    Contact

    Community Liaison: 604-432-6200 (Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)

    After Hours Emergency: 604-451-6610

    Email: 

    Project details and latest updates can be found at: metrovancouver.org/services/water/annacis-water-main-north-new-westminster-section

  • Capital Pavement Program - Various Locations

    Tenth Ave paving: September 21 to 24 | Ewen Ave paving: September 8 to 18

    PROJECT DETAILS

    Duration
    Paving is ongoing through Spring 2027

    Tenth Avenue: From September 21 to 24*, Tenth Avenue will be paved from Second Street to Fourth Street and Sixth Street to Eighth Street.
    • Hours of Work
      Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
      Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    • During construction, traffic will be maintained with one lane in each direction. 
    • Transit buses will continue operating, but bus stops may be closed or relocated, visit translink.ca/alerts for updates.
    • On-street parking within the construction area will be restricted during working hours. 
     
    Ewen Avenue: Milling and paving work on Ewen Avenue from Lawrence Street to Derwent Way is scheduled for September 8 to 18*.
    • Hours of Work
      Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
      Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    • During construction, eastbound traffic will be detoured. Westbound traffic will be maintained through the work area with assistance from signage and traffic-control personnel.
    • Transit buses will continue operating, and emergency vehicles will be permitted through the work zone
    • On-street parking within the construction area will be restricted during working hours. 
     
    *Please note that this work is weather dependent and the schedule may be adjusted as required. We will make every effort to minimize inconvenience and disruption during construction. 
     

    IMPACTED ROADS:

    Anticipated construction dates and locations below. Work is weather-dependent and subject to change. Continue to check here for updates.

    • Ewen Avenue – Lawrence Street to Derwent Way: September 8 to 18
    • Tenth Avenue – Fourth Street to Second Street and Eighth Street to Sixth Street: September 21 to 24
    • Twelfth Street – Queens Avenue to Stewardson Way: TBD
    • Ninth Street – Fourth Avenue to Fifth Avenue: TBD
    • Royal Avenue – Sixth Street to Seventh Street: TBD
    • Fourth Avenue – Twelfth Street to Tenth Street: TBD
    • Fourth Avenue – Eighth Street to Sixth Street: TBD
    • Third Avenue – Eighth Street to Sixth Street: TBD
    • Sixth Street – Third Avenue to Queens Avenue: TBD
    • Miner Street – Cumberland Street to Alberta Street: TBD
    • Debeck Street – Miner Street to East Columbia Street: TBD
    • Blair Avenue – Hospital Street to Sherbrooke Street: TBD
    • Dublin Street – Skytrain Row to 20th Street: TBD
    • Boyd Street – Duncan Street to Ewen Avenue: TBD

     

    COMPLETED ROADS:

    • Royal Avenue – Fourth Street to Sixth Street

     

    CONTACT

    For more information, please contact Peter Tsoutsouras, Project Manager, at 604-636-4340 or .

  • Carnarvon Street Watermain Replacement

    Anticipated Construction Dates: September 17 to November 30

    The Carnarvon Street Watermain Replacement Project will replace aging water infrastructure along Carnarvon Street between Eighth Street and Tenth Street.

    Construction Impacts

    Update: September 11 
    • Construction will begin September 17 with utility locates.
    • The work will start at Eighth Street and move towards Tenth Street with single-lane alternating traffic along Carnarvon Street and at intersections.
    • Bus stops for routes 112 and 103 will relocated from September 17 to 21, visit translink.ca/alerts for details
     
    Anticipated Construction Dates: September 17 to November 30, 2026
     

    Work Hours:

    • Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
    • Saturdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

    What to Expect:

    • Construction noise and dust
    • Temporary traffic disruptions including single lane traffic and/or one way traffic
    • Restricted street parking
    • Bus stop relocation, visit translink.ca/alerts for details

    Contact

    Learn more on the Projects on the Go page.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Shahrzad Eghtesadi, at .

     

  • East Sixth Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements

    Curb paving on September 16–17 | Anticipated completion September

    The City of New Westminster will be undertaking transportation upgrades along East Sixth Avenue between McBride Boulevard and Cumberland Street to enhance safety and accessibility for people walking, cycling, taking transit, and driving. For more information about this project, please visit the Projects on the Go page.

    Traffic Impacts & Updates

    September 16, 2026

    On September 16 and 17, curb letdowns are being repaved at the corner of East Sixth Avenue and McBride Street. Traffic access will be maintained but expect significant delays.

    Final landscaping and the pedestrian flashing light will be completed in the next few weeks

    The majority of paving and line painting on East Sixth Avenue is now complete. The new street light at East Sixth Avenue and Cumberland Street is now active. 

    Project Timeline

    • Anticipated construction dates: February 17, 2026 – September 2026
    • Hours of Work: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday; 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday
    • For concerns about construction hours, please contact the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Team, 604-527-4657, at the following times: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–8:00pm; Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00pm

    Frequently Asked Questions

    See FAQs here

    Contact

    For more information please contact Roger Chang, Project Manager, at rchang@newwestcity.ca, or visit the Projects on the Go page.


  • Fourth Avenue Road Closures (Ukrainian Festival)

    Fourth Avenue from Fifth Street to Sixth Street on September 19

    To accommodate the Ukrainian Festival on September 19, the following full road closures will be in effect starting at 8:00 am until 11:00 pm: 

    • Fourth Avenue from Fifth Street to Sixth Street 
    • Part of the laneway behind 403 Sixth Street

    Full road closure means no vehicle traffic will be permitted access, including residents.

  • Princess Street Traffic Safety Improvements | Sixth to Eighth Street

    Anticipated Construction Dates: August 17 to November 2026

    Project Information

    Following a road safety review of the Princess Street corridor, the City of New Westminster is implementing improvements to enhance safety for people walking and driving. The City has retained Southwest Contracting to complete the work. 
     
    The project includes: 
    • Pedestrian improvements including a raised crosswalk and curb bulge on Princess Street at the Save-On-Foods/Royal City Center Mall entrance
    • Full depth mill and pave of Princess Street from Sixth Street to Eighth Street
    • Mill and pave on the west side of Sixth Street from Seventh Avenue to Princess Street
    • Removal of the brick pavers at the roundabout on Princess Street and replacement with asphalt
    • Sink hole investigation and repair on Sixth Street just south of Princess Street

    Construction Dates

    Construction is scheduled to take place from August 17 to November 2026.
     
    The main purpose of this project is to upgrade the pedestrian crossing at the Royal City Centre mall parking entrance on Princess Street providing improved pedestrian access to the mall. 
     

    Traffic Impacts

    Access to the mall parking, loading zone, and the residential buildings will be maintained, however, intermittent disruptions may occur throughout the construction period.
     
    Traffic control measures will be in place on Princess Street. Users may experience changes to traffic patterns and occasional delays during median construction and pavement marking operations.
     
    To reduce the impact on the public, signs will be provided to direct users, and traffic control personnel will be on site to assist. The contractor will coordinate construction activities to minimize disruptions wherever possible.
     
    Traffic in both directions on Princess Street will be affected during the construction of the new curbs, concrete median, raised crosswalk, and associated curb let-downs.
     
    One-way road from Eighth Street to Sixth Street. The entrance to the mall parking lot may need to be closed for a couple of days due to concrete demolition.
     
    Temporary lane closures may be required during working hours. All users are advised to expect delays and allow extra travel time.
     
    Hours of Work:
    • Monday to Friday: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
    • Saturdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

    Contact

    For any questions, please contact Yongwon Song, project manager, at 604-329-7167 or .
     
    For more information, visit the Projects on the Go page.
     
  • Sapperton Sewer Upgrade | East Columbia St and Cumberland St

    Metro Vancouver Project | August to November 2026

    Project Details

    Please be advised that this is a Metro Vancouver project. We kindly ask that you direct all questions, comments, or complaints directly to Metro Vancouver.

    Metro Vancouver is replacing a section of the aging sewer along East Columbia Street between Cumberland Street and Debeck Street with a new sewer pipe.​​ 

    For more information about this project, please visit the Metro Vancouver website.

    Project Update

    September 10, 2026

    Please be advised northbound access onto East Columbia Street at Brunette Avenue will be closed on the following days:
    • September 11 and 14 – Between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm
    • September 15 – Between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm
    • Intermittent northbound closures on East Columbia Street may be required. Northbound traffic on East Columbia Street must turn right on to Brunette Avenue while closure is in place.

    Vehicle, cyclist, and pedestrian traffic in the area will be affected. Please follow the direction of signage and traffic control personnel who will ensure that vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians can safely move through the project area.

    • Significant traffic delays are expected, and drivers are advised to take alternate routes where possible. Pedestrian and vehicle detours will be in place (please see map below).
    • To access Sapperton and Royal Columbian Hospital from downtown, please follow the detour along McBride Boulevard to Eighth Avenue.
    • Construction in the southbound lanes of East Columbia Street (at least one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction).
    • Northbound traffic on East Columbia Street must turn right on Brunette Avenue.
    • No access to Debeck Street or Cumberland Street from East Columbia Street
    • Sidewalk closures on Cumberland Street and East Columbia Street.
    • Bus stop #53110 on northbound East Columbia Street near Alberta Street will be closed
    • Noise from excavators, trucks, generators, and pumps

    Project Timeline

    • Construction is anticipated to take place from August 17, 2026 to November 2026

    Work Impacts

    • Duration: August 17, 2026 to November 2026
    • Hours of Work:  Monday to Friday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm 
    • For concerns about construction hours, please contact the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Team, 604-527-4657, at the following times: Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–8:00 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Significant traffic delays are expected, and drivers are advised to take alternate routes where possible. Pedestrian and vehicle detours will be in place (please see map below).
    • To access Sapperton and Royal Columbian Hospital from downtown, please follow the detour along McBride Boulevard to Eighth Avenue.

    Contact

    For any questions or concerns, contact Metro Vancouver at 604-432-6200​​​ or email  with "Sapperton Sewer Connection Upgrade" in the subject line.

    • For after hours emergencies, contact 604-451-6610​​​​​.
     
    For more information, please visit the Metro Vancouver website.
  • West End Sewer Separation and Watermain Replacement Project

    Temporary closures and parking disruptions for paving August–November 2026

    project Update

    September 3, 2026

    Extended work hours will be required to complete milling and paving work on 18th Street from Sixth Avenue to Eighth Avenue on September 3 from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.


    August 6, 2026

    August 16–17: Overnight paving at the intersection of Eighth Avenue & 20th Street, starting on August 16 and 17 from 8:00 pm to 5:00 am, weather-dependent. 


    July 9, 2026

    August – November: Starting in August, the second phase of paving work will begin as part restoration works for the West End Sewer Separation and Watermain Replacement Program in New Westminster.

    Construction will include roadway milling, asphalt paving and pavement marking restoration, where required with the goal of improving road conditions and neighbourhood safety. 

    • Dates: August 2026 to November 2026 (weather dependent)
    • Hours of Work: Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, Saturdays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    • Impacted Roads: View map
      • 18th Street Catchment - 10th Ave to 5th Ave

      • 20th Street Catchment – area enclosed by 20th Street to 16th Street and London Street to Fifth Avenue

      • 6th Avenue – from 13th Street to 14th Street 

    Some parking disruptions will occur on impacted roads to accommodate the necessary staging areas. We respectfully ask that residents and visitors not park in these areas.

    Expect temporary road closures, traffic delays and sidewalk closures during construction. Alternate access points will be provided, and advance notice will be given.

    Following paving, crews will undertake site restoration, including general clean-up, to return the area to a safe and fully functional condition.


    PROJECT DETAILS

    The project will include sewer separation work, installing green infrastructure (rain gardens), and replacing water mains that are at the end of their service life and due for replacement. The water main and sanitary sewer replacement program is intended to renew our aging infrastructure and to improve quality and capacity where required.

    Duration

    April 2024 to Spring 2027 (weather dependent)

    Hours of Work
    Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Saturdays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    For more information, please contact West End Project Team at .

  • Pattullo / stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge Replacement Project

    Four-Month Front Street closure starting August 31

    Project Update

    This is Province of BC project. To learn more and see upcoming construction notices, please visit: www.pattullobridgereplacement.ca

    Update: September 15, 2026

    Bridge Connector lane closures: Starting the night of Monday, September 21, for approximately two nights from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am.

    Royal Avenue on-ramp closures: Starting the night of Monday, September 21, for approximately three nights from 9:00 pm to 5:00 am.

    Overnight left lane closures: Starting Friday, September 18, left lane closures in both directions on the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge will be in effect for approximately two weeks for south approach realignment work.

    • One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained, and access to the multi-use path on the east side of the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge will be maintained.

    Four-month closure of the Front Street truck route starts August 31

    Starting Monday, August 31, a closure of the Front Street Truck Route between Begbie Street and East Columbia Street will be in place for approximately four months for crews to complete construction of a retaining wall along Front Street.
    • Front Street Mews will remain open and access to businesses in downtown New Westminster will be maintained at all times.
    • Nearby residents may hear noise associated with construction activities.
    • While this closure is in effect, trucks will be required to use official truck routes (which exclude Columbia Street at all hours, and Royal Avenue after 9:00 pm). Regular traffic will be detoured to Columbia Street.
    An additional closure of the Front Street Truck Route is anticipated to start in spring 2027 for Pattullo Bridge deconstruction over Front Street and the railway lines.
     

    For questions or concerns

    For construction information or concerns, please call the 24/7 Construction Information Line at 1-844-815-6149.

    For general project information, please email the project team at: , or call 844-815-6149.

    Learn more

    Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project Municipal Agreement

  • Front Street Parkade Rehabilitation Project

    Partial parkade closure until Spring 2027

    Project information

    The Front Street Parkade Rehabilitation project is intended to renew our aging infrastructure and to improve quality and capacity where required. The project will include concrete repairs, waterproofing membrane replacement, stair railing replacement and pedestrian walkway replacement. Noisy work will occur, including jackhammering, grinding and generator noise.
     
    The project is being done in phases to keep the parkade open for the duration of the project, with restrictions to some parking areas, traffic flow and pedestrian access.
     

    Traffic impacts

    The parkade remains open for parking. Please note that there will be restrictions to some parking spaces as work progresses.
     
    The Fourth St. and Sixth St. ramps will have periodic changes to their traffic patterns or closures with signage to direct traffic.
     

    Contact

    For any questions, please contact Domenic Iaci or Conlan Bergeron, Project Managers, Polycrete at 604-521-4300 or
     
  • Cumberland Street Rail Crossing Upgrades

    Anticipated completion: September

    Project Information

    The City of New Westminster has contracted Winvan Paving to complete the upgrades at the Cumberland Rail Crossing and the work is set to start September 17, 2025. The project includes upgrading the sidewalk facility between the Central Valley Greenway (West side of East Columbia) and the Brunette Fraser Regional Greenway (Sapperton Landing Park) from a 2 metre wide sidewalk to a 3 metre wide multi-use path (MUP). The project is anticipated to be completed in September 2026.

    Traffic Impacts

    Access to and from the Sapperton Landing Pump Station and Park will be experience intermittent disruption during construction. Mitigation measures include a pedestrian and cyclist detour during sidewalk ramp closures and traffic control personnel assistance. The contractor is scheduling work activities to minimize disruptions as much as practicable.

    Travel in both directions on East Columbia Street will be impacted during installation of the new curbs, crossings and associated let-downs. Lane closures may be in effect during working hours. Expect delays.

    Hours of Work: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

    Contact

    For any questions, please contact Garey Carlson, project manager, at 604-636-4316 or 

    For more information on this project, please visit Columbia St Whistle Cessation.

  • Highway 91A and Howes Street Multi-Use Pathway Project

    Ministry of Transportation and Transit Project: Spring - Fall 2026

    Please be advised that this is a Ministry of Transportation and Transit project. We kindly ask that you direct all questions, comments, or complaints regarding construction activities or traffic management directly to the ministry. For the most current project details, official advisories, and progress photos, please visit the Government of BC website.

    Project Overview:

    This project will upgrade an existing pathway along the southbound side of Howes Street between Ewen Avenue and Boyd Street, replacing it with a multi-use pathway that improves connectivity and safety for pedestrians and cyclists. This new pathway contributes to a larger initiative to improve active transportation opportunities throughout Queensborough and connect the residential and commercial areas divided by the Highway 91A Queensborough Connector.

    At the Boyd Street intersection the new pathway will tie-in to the upgraded Boyd Street multi-use pathway constructed by the City of New Westminster. 

    The project includes:

    • 4 metre wide multi-use path
    • New lighting
    • Drainage enhancements
    • Improved pedestrian and cyclist crossings

    Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained throughout construction.

    For information about this project, contact:

    Email:

  • Queensborough Bridge Renewal Project

    Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Project - Fall 2027

    Please be advised that this is a Ministry of Transportation and Transit project. We kindly ask that you direct all questions, comments, or complaints regarding construction activities or traffic management directly to the ministry. For the most current project details, official advisories, and progress photos, please visit the ministry’s website at the following link: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation-projects/other-transportation-projects/queensboroughbridge

    Email: 

    The Queensborough Bridge Renewal Project has officially entered its active construction phase this spring. Crews have begun critical work to enhance the safety, reliability, and structural longevity of this essential Highway 91A crossing. This comprehensive rehabilitation includes resurfacing the bridge deck with a high-performance concrete overlay, replacing aging deck joints, and upgrading the drainage system. These improvements are vital for maintaining a structure that serves nearly 88,000 vehicles daily, ensuring it remains a robust link between New Westminster and Lulu Island for decades to come.

    To minimize disruptions for commuters, the majority of the work is being performed during nighttime hours. Motorists should expect lane closures between 9:30 pm and 5:00 am on weekdays, and until 9:00 am on weekends. During these windows, traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction, and a 3.5-meter width restriction will be in effect for oversized vehicles. While these nightly patterns will continue through the summer before pausing for the winter season in November, pedestrian and cyclist access will remain open throughout the project. We appreciate the community’s patience as we work toward a projected completion in fall 2027.

  • RCH Redevelopment Project

    Keary Street closure August 24 to September 21

    Update: August 25, 2026

    There will be single-lane alternating traffic on Keary Street on August 27 and 28.
     
    There will be a full road closure of Keary Street starting August 31 in front of 230 Keary Street between Brunette Avenue and East Columbia Street. This closure will allow Wesgroup to build the pedestrian bridge connecting Royal Columbian Hospital and 230 Keary Street.
    • Dates: August 24 to September 21
    • Work hours: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, weekdays only
    • The entrance to the hospital parkade will remain open via Brunette Avenue. You can also access the parkade from the Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower entrance on Sherbrooke Street.
     

    For any after hours issues on site please call 236-332-2370.

     

    Phase two was completed in May 2026 with the opening of the Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower. 

    Phase three of the redevelopment project will upgrade and expand areas in the existing Health Care Centre and Columbia Tower to support the beds and services added in phase two. Phase three is projected to continue until 2029.

    Standard construction hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm (except holidays) and Saturday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. 

    Learn more about this project on the Fraser Health website.