We are improving Westmount Road from Victoria Street to Erb Street in Kitchener and Waterloo. The work includes rehabilitation, underground infrastructure upgrades and active transportation improvements.  

The first phase of the Westmount Road project was completed earlier this year from Highland Road to Victoria Street as part of the Region's Victoria Street construction project between Fischer-Hallman Road and Lawrence Avenue. This project was approved by Regional Council in 2018 and included: road resurfacing, intersection improvements, replacement of storm sewer infrastructure, streetlight enhancements and new cycling facilities on both sides of Westmount Road. 

The second phase, from Victoria Street to Erb Street, is currently on hold while broader transportation planning needs are considered.  Public consultation took place in 2019 when the project focused on road resurfacing and traffic signal upgrades. Since then, the scope has expanded to include road reconstruction, underground water and sewer infrastructure replacement, active transportation and transit improvements. 

Road resurfacing is planned for 2028. The remaining improvements will be scheduled after the Class EA is completed. An assessment of traffic patterns on Westmount Road, nearby Regional roads and local streets will also be completed. 

The Class EA process will provide future opportunities for the public to provide feedback on the proposed design before a recommendation is presented to Regional Council for approval. 

In the meantime, we have installed temporary traffic signals at the Westmount and Union intersection to improve traffic flow and provide pedestrian crossings.