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Lane Reduction at Laird Station
As early as Monday, September 20, 2021, lanes will be reduced on Eglinton Avenue East at Laird Station to accommodate ongoing permanent wet utility work. A work zone will be in place on the north side of Eglinton Avenue East, East of Laird Drive.
What to Expect
Utility Works at Eglinton Avenue East and Donlea Drive
As early as Wednesday, September 15, 2021, crews will perform utility works at Eglinton Avenue East and Donlea Drive. To safely perform this work, Eglinton Avenue East will be reduced to one westbound lane between Donlea Drive and the crosswalk to the east. This work is expected to take place between 7:00 a.m.
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OCS Cable Installations on Eglinton Avenue East between Laird Drive and Leslie Street
OCS Cable Installations on Eglinton Avenue East between Laird Drive and Leslie Street
What Work is Taking Place?
Light Rail Vehicle Delivery and Testing between Laird Dr. and Kennedy Rd.
Starting May 25, six (6) Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) will be moved from the Eglinton Maintenance and Storage Facility (EMSF) to the LRT tracks (guideway) at Rosemount Dr. via truck transport. The LRVs will be delivered one at a time, on May 25, 26, 27, 31 and June 1 and 2.
Central East Crosstown Virtual Open House Presentation
Construction and progress updates for stations and stop including: Eglinton, Mount Pleasant, Leaside, Laird, Sunnybrook Park and Science Centre.
Overhead Catenary System Energization between Laird Drive and Kennedy Road
On May 3, 2021, the overhead catenary system (OCS) between Laird Drive and Kennedy Road will be energized. Once energized the OCS cables are electrified and dangerous if encountered. It is never safe to go near the OCS. Please obey signage and stay away from all overhead cables.
The OCS installed above the LRT tracks and powers the Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs). Power is delivered from traction power substations located along the alignment to the LRVs via the OCS cables. Read more »