Modified westbound 417 on-ramp at Woodroffe now open to all traffic | Page 889 | Unpublished
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Publication Date: May 23, 2026 - 16:53

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Modified westbound 417 on-ramp at Woodroffe now open to all traffic

May 23, 2026
Modified westbound 417 on-ramp at Woodroffe now open to all traffic.

To help address residents’ concerns regarding significant increases in traffic congestion on Highway 417 westbound, the bus-only westbound 417 on-ramp at Woodroffe Avenue has been modified to provide motorists with a dedicated highway access lane to help to improve traffic flow on the on-ramp and provide additional capacity for highway traffic. This new ramp is now open to car traffic.

We apologize for the inconvenience the ongoing work in the area has caused for commuters and nearby communities. Opening the bus-only lane to traffic entering westbound Highway 417 from Woodroffe Avenue is expected to help alleviate congestion on westbound Highway 417.

Motorists should follow all detours, observe traffic control signage, and adhere to posted speed limits.

Pedestrians and cyclists should use extra caution and adhere to posted signage when localized detours are in-place, to ensure safety.

Additional information will be shared in the coming days concerning measures to address traffic congestion.



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