Traffic impacts downtown on the morning of Monday, June 8

Some road closures are expected in the downtown core on Monday, June 8 for the installation ceremony of the Honourable Louise Arbour, 31st Governor General of Canada. Closures are expected from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Road closures: 

• Wellington Street from O’Connor Street to Mackenzie Avenue
• Metcalfe Street from Queen Street to Wellington Street
• Queen Street from O’Connor Street to Elgin Street
• Elgin Street from Albert Street to Wellington Street

Plan ahead and allow for extra time if you’re travelling to this area. 

For updates on construction and roadwork activity across Ottawa or for information about traffic and travel planning, visit the City’s traffic map. 

OC Transpo

Transit service will continue to be available, with some bus detours in place due to road closures during the ceremony. Starting at 8 am, Routes 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 606, and 616 will be on detour from Rideau Street via the Mackenzie King Bridge.  

For additional detour information, visit OC Transpo’s website. You can also connect with OC Transpo through Facebook, X, Bluesky and Instagram.