Ward 1 Newsletter - Upcoming Lane Disruptions

This special edition of the Ward 1 Newsletter informs residents about upcoming roadworks that may impact your commute. 

Information on lane occupancies and road closures can always be found at http://hamilton.ca/roadclosures

Dundurn Street South (from Main St W to King St W)

The City is taking advantage of the extended warm weather to complete paving and concrete work.

  • Type: Resurfacing
  • When: November 11 to November 30, 2026
  • Purpose: Resurfacing a high-traffic section of Dundurn St S to provide a better road experience for all users.

The City will distribute notices to residents and businesses on November 9, 2026. Any traffic restrictions will be clearly stated in the notice.

Work begins on or around November 11, 2026

  • Phase 1 - Concrete curb and sidewalk repairs over approximately eight (8) business days of work, weather dependent
    • Daytime work 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily
    • Impact – LANE RESTRICTIONS - one lane in each direction will remain open
  • Phase 2 - Milling and Paving: Two (2) nights of work
    • Impact – ROAD CLOSURE 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
      • Night 1 - Milling of the road surface
      • Night 2 - Paving

King Street West (between Pearl St N and Locke St N)

  • Type: Sidewalk and lane occupancy
  • When: 
    • Sidewalk - November 5, 2026 to December 11, 2026
    • Two northmost lanes - November 7, 2026 to November 8, 2026
    • One northmost lane - November 9, 2026 to December 11, 2026
  • Purpose: Facilitate the demolition of an existing building (map)

Notes: This sidewalk and lane closure will be in place to facilitate the demolition of the current building to allow construction of a mixed-use development, including 50 deeply affordable supportive housing units, by non-profit provider Indwell. Please direct any questions regarding this closure to [email protected]


Main Street West at Strathcona Avenue South and Main Street West at Bay Street South

  • Type: Restoration (Notice)
  • When: November 11 to November 30, 2026; 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM