Investing Responsibly: $4.8 Million for Road Rehabilitation and Repair in Wards 5, 6, and 7

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$36.6 Million to be Invested in 2026; $4.8 Million Across Wards 5, 6, and 7

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Ward 5 Councillor Ed Sleiman, Ward 6 Councillor Jo-Anne Gignac, and Ward 7 Councillor Angelo Marignani, along with City administration, have announced approximately $4.8 million in investments in road rehabilitation, reconstruction, and replacement projects in 2026 for Wards 5, 6, and 7. The 2026 projects will address a blend of local and collector roads through a mix of milling and paving asphalt resurfacing and road reconstruction work, which will extend the useful life of the roads by approximately 10 to over 20 years.

The update comes as part of the works covered in the City’s 2026 budget. City Council approved the budget with a 0% municipal tax levy increase and a $2.26 billion 10-year capital plan, along with the largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history. For 2026, the budget includes over $317 million for capital investments, with $163.8 million allocated for roads.

For all projects listed, unless otherwise noted, there will be some degree of road closures with local access maintained where feasible.

Highlights of Ward 5 Road Works with Approximately $1.72 Million in 2026:

Whelpton Street — St. Luke Road to Drouillard Road;
Ontario Street — George Avenue to High Street; and
Metcalfe Street — George Avenue to Tourangeau Road:
- Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
North Service Road East — Central Avenue to Pillette Road:
- Full-depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence September 14, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026. Night work has been scheduled to minimize traffic disruptions during daytime peak periods and reduce impacts to commuters and nearby businesses. Watch for flag persons during the nighttime work.
Vimy Avenue — Cadillac Street to Meighen Road:
- Road reconstruction including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

Highlights of Ward 6 Road Works with Approximately $2.24 Million in 2026:

Carling Crescent — Carling Crescent cul-de-sac to Cedarview Street:
- Road reconstruction including new watermain installation and replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by August 3, 2026.
St. Paul Avenue — Wyandotte Street East to St. Rose Avenue;
Sumach Crescent — Garden Court Drive to Garden Court Drive; and
Garden Court Drive — Edgar Street to Homedale Boulevard:
- Full-depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
Ontario Street — Villaire Avenue to Glidden Avenue:
- Road reconstruction including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

Highlights of Ward 7 Road Works with Approximately $790,000 in 2026:

Cora Greenwood Drive — Castle Hill Road to Little River Boulevard:
- Full-depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
Mulberry Court — Mulberry Road to Mulberry Court:
- Road reconstruction including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

Of note, in addition to the rehabilitation and repair projects detailed above for Ward 7, that area is also home to the over $120.5 million Banwell Road Corridor Improvements project, which includes significant works along Banwell Road, along with the E.C. Row Expressway Interchange project. The overall Banwell Road project, within Ward 7, represents one of the largest infrastructure projects in Windsor’s history, involves significant funding from the Ontario Government, and invests in the city and region’s unprecedented growth and development.

The City of Windsor’s increase in total annual capital investment is 162% since 2016. With a focus on responsible investments and city-building, City Council approved a fiscally responsible and ambitious 2026 City of Windsor Budget that includes the following:

0% municipal tax levy increase
$2.26 billion 10-year capital budget, the largest in the City’s history
Largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history
$163.8 million for roads
$60.0 million for sewers
$29.2 million for community services (parks, recreation, facilities, and culture)
$5.4 million capital investment in public transit
Anticipated added tax revenue of $5 million from new development and growth
Significant projects supporting development around the NextStar Energy battery manufacturing facility; the site of the future Fancsy Family Hospital; and further development of the Sandwich South lands, including servicing airport lands
Continued focus on investment, growth, and sustainability
Continued strategic management of reserves, debt levels, and debt servicing from non-tax revenue sources

Learn more about Infrastructure Services projects on our Construction and Detours page.

For more information on City projects and services, visit CityWindsor.ca or contact 311.

Quotes:

“As we wrap up our 2026 Road Projects announcement, I am proud of Council’s endorsement of the largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history. Through the approved 2026 City of Windsor Budget, we are focusing on Windsor’s long game, and Investing Responsibly to build a resilient, sustainable, and prosperous future for Windsorites. Over the last two months, we’ve announced an investment of over $36 million to rehabilitate, reconstruct, or replace key roads that provide vital links between where residents live, work, and play. Investing Responsibly is about empowering progress, strategically bolstering and streamlining services, building a stronger city to protect our future, ensuring that Windsor remains one of the most affordable communities in Ontario, and making sure real progress is happening across the entire city. We’re doing all of that while investing more in infrastructure than ever before.”
- Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens

“I am proud to announce the $1.72 million worth of investments in road rehabilitation and repair projects coming to Ward 5 in 2026. This is an important part of the city, with an exciting mix of historic and working-class residential areas, a vibrant commercial core, beautiful parks, and important facilities and community amenities. Many individuals and families live and work in this ward and have been here for generations. We rely on strong infrastructure to sustain our daily lives. Over the years, millions have been spent to upgrade and rehabilitate key sections of roadway across our neighbourhoods, and I look forward to the positive impact this year’s significant projects will have now and well into the future.”
- Councillor Ed Sleiman, Ward 5

“Over $2.24 million is being invested in road reconstruction, repair, and rehabilitation in Ward 6 this year. Every dollar invested supports improvements for our daily lives, for commuters, for accessibility, and helps with connections between neighbourhoods. These investments attract more investment, improve mobility, and work to address aging assets so that we can keep up with the growth that we’re seeing citywide. Ward 6 has many shops, restaurants, businesses, parks, trails, greenspaces, and so much more that attracts residents, investments, entrepreneurs, and visitors to choose our historic neighbourhoods to lay down roots. That’s why so many families, including mine, have been here for generations. I have proudly served this ward for 23 years and continue to advocate for improvements and enhancements – between our road works, sewer upgrades including over $60 million between St. Paul and St. Rose stormwater pumping stations, and sustained investments in our parks and green spaces – to ensure the safety, security, and sustained prosperity of this area for generations to come. I thank the Mayor and Council, along with City administration, for working together to show that solid decision-making at City Hall, wise and prudent management of spending, and strategic planning is ensuring investments in quality of life improvements while taking care of the infrastructure that is the very foundation of our community now and for the future.”
- Councillor Jo-Anne Gignac, Ward 6

“The $790,000 in road rehabilitation, repair, and replacement funding announced today is part of a bigger picture of multi-year investment in growth and development in Ward 7. In addition to that work, 2025 saw over $2 million allocated for mill and pave work on Banwell Road that restored two key sections of roadway. In 2027, $8.2 million will support roadwork and sewer upgrades on seven key streets. Above all that, the ongoing over $120 million Banwell Road Corridor Improvement project, including the E.C. Row Expressway Interchange project, represents one of the largest infrastructure projects in Windsor’s history, involves significant funding from the Ontario Government, and is literally paving the way for our future. I’m proud to have supported the largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history through our collaborative 2026 City budget process, and I’m grateful to the Mayor and my Council colleagues for working together to build our city.”
- Councillor Angelo Marignani, Ward 7