Overview

Project number: 06759 | Updated: January 2026

The Region of Waterloo is improving University Avenue from Albert Street to Weber Street in Waterloo. This project is currently in the design phase following a schedule C environmental assessment study. Based on the technical information and public feedback gathered, the Region is designing a roadway that includes:

• Four lanes of traffic
• Separated bike lanes with a physical barrier
• Curb and gutter storm drainage system
• Enhanced 2.1m wide sidewalks
• Intersection improvements

Schedule

Environmental assessment: 2020–2023
Design and planning: 2023–2026
Construction phase 1 (Weber to King): 2027–2028
Construction phase 2 (King to Albert): 2030–2031

Note: timing may be affected by weather conditions and changing project scope; updates will be posted as needed.

Budget

$9,620,000

Contact

Andrew Doman, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Region of Waterloo
ADoman@regionofwaterloo.ca 

Service First Contact Centre: 519-575-4400

Public engagement 

The public was engaged on this project during the environmental assessment study in 2021, 2022 and 2023. You can see more details about that engagement on the EngageWR project page.

This project supports the Region of Waterloo's strategic focus areas:  Climate aligned growth and Equitable services and opportunities.