geotechnical investigations continue in Markham

October 25, 2019

As part of the preliminary planning, design and engineering [PDE] phase, geotechnical investigations continue to take place at various locations along Yonge Street and some side streets from Finch Avenue to Highway 7. Starting next week, crews will begin geotechnical testing at a few locations in Markham for the Yonge Subway Extension. Please see below for further details.

Map Yonge Subway Extension

work dates*: Monday, October 28, for approximately two weeks at each bore hole location
work hours*: 7am–7pm
work locations*: On Yonge, at Elgin Street and on Clark Avenue, just east of Yonge

what you need to know:

  • Crews will use a drill rig to bore holes and extract soil samples. At the end of each work day the roadway will be restored.
  • As part of this work activity, there will be a temporary lane closures through the work areas. Please watch for signs and slow down through the work zones.
  • There will be construction-related noise and dust from equipment and trucks.
  • Please give yourself enough time to get to your destination.

stay connected

For the latest news and updates, please visit yongesubwayext.com.

*Please note: As with all infrastructure projects, some work may be re-scheduled due to weather and other variables. We'll provide advance notice when possible.

Leslie Pawlowski
Community Liaison, York Region
Email: leslie.pawlowski@york.ca
Phone: 905.505.1430
Toll Free: 1.844.727.2663