Project Updates

Project updates will be posted as they become available. At this time, there are no new developments to report; however, information will be shared on an ongoing basis as key milestones are reached. Additional details, including scope, timelines, and next steps, will be provided following the award of the contract by Council.

Weekly Updates

We’re committed to keeping the community informed as this project moves forward. Updates will be shared here on a regular basis as new information becomes available. We encourage you to check back and follow this page for the latest updates.

Project Background

It was announced in early March 2026 that Grey Highlands had been selected for funding through the Ministry of Transportation's 2026-27 Connecting Link Program to receive up to $5,000,000 of the overall project costs for reconstructing Toronto Street in Markdale. This project had been approved as part of the 2026 budget, pending funding approval.

R.J. Burnside and Associates prepared the tender package and it was issued on Biddingo in accordance with the Procurement By-law on May 22, 2026, closing June 18, 2026.

Additional details will be provided once a contractor has been awarded by Council.

Project FAQ

The Work includes the reconstruction of Highway 10 Connecting Link (Toronto Street) approximately 1460 m, in the Town of Markdale, from approximately Fairway Heights to 365 m east of Uplands Drive.

The work includes reconstruction of road base, storm structure rehabilitation,

sanitary sewer upgrades between Cavan Street to Main Street, traffic signal

and signage improvements, installation of sidewalks, curb and gutters,

pavement markings, traffic management and restoration of all disturbed areas