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From the City of Ottawa
Ottawa – Highway 417 and select ramps will be closed in both directions between Woodroffe Avenue and Greenbank Road from Friday, July 28 at 11 pm until Monday, July 31 at 5 am.
The following ramps will also be closed:
The eastbound on-ramps from Richmond Road
The eastbound on-ramps from Pinecrest Road
The eastbound off-ramp to Woodroffe Avenue
The westbound on-ramp from Maitland Avenue
The westbound on-ramp from Woodroffe Avenue
The westbound off-ramp to Pinecrest Road
Motorists will need to follow the signed detour routes:
Westbound detour
Exit Highway 417 at Woodroffe Avenue
Turn right on Woodroffe Avenue
Turn left on Carling Avenue
Turn left at Richmond Road
Turn left at Pinecrest Road
Turn right on to the onramp to re-enter Highway 417
Or
Exit Highway 417 at Woodroffe Avenue
Turn right on Woodroffe Avenue
Turn left on Carling Avenue
Turn left at Richmond Road
Turn right on to the onramp to re-enter Highway 417
Eastbound detour
Exit Highway 417 at Greenbank Road
Turn right on Greenbank Road
Turn left on Baseline Road
Turn left on Woodroffe Avenue
Turn right onto the onramp to re-enter Highway 417
The closure is required as part of the Stage 2 West extension to install a pedestrian bridge that will enhance neighbourhood connectivity and provide direct access to the future Queensview Station from Baxter Road.
OC Transpo – a great option to travel on busy weekends
Transit is a great option, especially on busy weekends. Take advantage of the 2-for-1 DayPass, where two can travel for the price of one on weekends. Use OC Transpo’s Travel Planner to plan ahead and check the Alerts page for the latest information on detours.
O-Train Line 1 has frequent east-west service with connections to bus services for those heading to the west, east and south ends. Use a Presto card to pay for your fare or select from one of many fare options to purchase a ticket. All rides include a 90-minute minimum transfer window from your first tap or the time you purchase your ticket.
With over 9,000 free Park & Ride spots across the city, you can park your vehicle and take transit to your destination.
For more information on the O-Train expansion project, please visit the Stage 2 website, follow OC Transpo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and sign up for the Stage 2 newsletter.