Kennedy Road in Markham to Close for Railway Rehabilitation Work

This report by Farshad Fazaeli is based on information published by York Region.

Kennedy Road between Steeles Avenue and 14th Avenue in the City of Markham, York Region, will temporarily close from Friday, November 20, 2026, at 10 p.m. until Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 6 a.m. for Metrolinx railway crossing rehabilitation and York Region road restoration.

What work is taking place?

Metrolinx is completing railway crossing rehabilitation work on Kennedy Road in the City of Markham. Once this railway rehabilitation is finished, York Region will restore the adjacent roadway. To facilitate these infrastructure repairs safely, a complete temporary road closure is required between Steeles Avenue and 14th Avenue.

When is the closure scheduled?

The closure is scheduled to begin on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 10 p.m. and will remain in effect until Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 6 a.m. As with all construction projects, the work may be rescheduled in the event of adverse weather conditions. York Region and Metrolinx have stated that advance notice will be provided where possible if scheduling adjustments are required.

Who is affected and how will traffic detour?

The temporary road closure affects vehicular traffic, pedestrians, transit riders, and emergency response services across this corridor:

• Traffic and Pedestrians: Both general traffic and pedestrians must detour around the active closure zone. Directional signs will be installed in the area to guide travellers.
• Local Access: Northbound access on Kennedy Road will be maintained up to Clayton Drive, while southbound access will be maintained up to Gorvette Road. Local access to properties located within the closure limits will remain accessible.
• Emergency Services: Emergency services travelling across the rail corridor will be required to utilize detour routes to reach locations on the opposite side of the railway crossing.
• Public Transit: York Region Transit routes will follow detours during the construction window, with updated transit schedules available at yrt.ca. Additionally, GO Transit service may experience disruptions, and riders are advised to check gotransit.com/Schedules prior to travelling.

How can residents contact project staff?

York Region invites members of the community who have questions or concerns to contact staff by phone at 1-877-464-9675 or through TTY at 711. An after-hours emergency line is also accessible at 1-877-464-9675 extension 75200. Members of the public reaching out regarding this project should quote Kennedy Road closure in their inquiry.

According to York Region. Source: York Region