The $26 million project, which will include the construction of two new elevators and a new secondary entrance/exit at Queen’s Park Circle, will also “enhance safety as well as customer service,” the TTC said in a news release. To facilitate the work, drivers should note that some lane restrictions will be in place at Queen’s Park, between Bloor St. W and Queen’s Park Circle. The full list of road closures and restrictions can be found on the City of Toronto Road Restrictions website. The TTC said two southbound lanes, one northbound lane and one cycle bypass will be maintained, however, throughout the first phase of construction, which is expected to last until the end of the year. Museum Station will also remain open and pedestrian access will be maintained along Queen’s Park throughout construction. Motorists are advised to use Bay and St. George as alternative routes, especially those heading north. Drivers are also asked to allow extra time to commute to and from destinations near the construction zone. To help monitor traffic conditions, the city has installed three new traffic cameras along this stretch of Queen’s Park. “Every effort will be made to proactively manage congestion and ensure construction is carried out safely and with the least impact to residents and businesses in the area,” the TTC said. “City staff will implement signal timing and other changes to accommodate any changes in traffic flow and minimize delays as much as possible.” The Station Museum access project, which is funded by the TTC’s capital budget, is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. The TTC, through its Easier Access program, is working to make all of its stations accessible by 2025 by installing elevators, accessible doors, and updated signage and wayfinding throughout the system. Fifty-five TTC stations are currently accessible. Last year, work was completed at Keele, Sherbourne and Yorkdale stations. Construction is currently underway at College, Donlands, Lansdowne, Greenwood, Castle Frank, Christie, Summerhill, Lawrence, Glencairn, High Park, Spadina, Warden and Rosedale stations.
