Killarney Beach Road Updates

The Town of Innisfil is providing biweekly updates to enhance communications on the Killarney Beach Road construction project. These updates will outline ongoing and upcoming activities throughout the 2026 construction season. Our goal is to help businesses plan ahead, recognizing that construction-related disruptions to operations are expected in 2026.

Project update provided on: April 27, 2026

Project status

There were four rain days over the past two weeks. At this point, it is not anticipated that these will have impacts on the overall project schedule as weather events were anticipated in the schedule development. Dewatering for Phase 2 will continue to accelerate the Phase 2 construction. Work on Phase 1 Storm Sewers continues.

Current phase and potential impacts

Construction: Currently occurring within the Phase 1 Project Area (20th Sideroad to Church Drive)

• There is currently a closure of Killarney Beach Road. Local Traffic (including business patrons) will be permitted access. All other traffic will be required to follow signed detours.
• Properties with driveways impacted will receive a notice a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

Dewatering (installation of pipes required to remove water during construction): Currently occurring in the Phase 2 Project Area (east of Church Drive to east of Corner Avenue)

• There will be a closure of the eastbound lane, from east of the Morgan Russell Arena to 1295 Killarney Beach Road. Various driveways may be impacted along this stretch for several hours at a time due to the installation of dewatering lines. impacted property owners will receive notice a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

Driveway closures: No new updates

• As the project progresses this season, all reasonable effort will be made to maintain vehicle access to driveways. However, there will be some temporary interruptions to access during construction. Access will be restored as quickly as possible. Multiple temporary driveway restrictions and closures will occur at various times to facilitate construction activities, with durations ranging from short term (approximately 1 to 8 hours) to longer term (up to 48 hours). The contractor will have a full-time Public Relations Representative assigned to the project, who will provide 48-hour advance notice to property owners affected by driveway restrictions. The Public Relations Representative will be available throughout the 2026 construction season to coordinate access and respond to public inquiries.

Business support:

• Business support is provided on an ongoing basis through the Economic Development Office through initiatives such as the DMZ Innisfil business support program, promotional efforts such as the "Taste of Innisfil" and "Shop Innisfil" campaigns, as well as through customized business support. For more information subscribe to the Town of Innisfil Economic Development newsletter or contact the Economic Development Office at business@innisfil.ca for more information.
• In addition to the services above, the Town of Innisfil Communications & Community Engagement team is preparing a "Shop Innisfil" promotional video to ensure residents are aware that businesses on Killarney Beach Road remain open during construction despite potential lane closures. This is expected to be complete by late spring.

Signage:

• Requests for additional signage were received this week and are under review.
• There are two types of signage which will be visible within the construction area throughout the project:
  • Statutory Compliance Signage: This is required by Ministry of Transportation for all road closures in the Province of Ontario. Town staff do not have full discretion over the content of these signs.
  • Town Signage: Additional wayfinding signage have been provided by the Town to assist in communicating detours, parking availability, and that businesses along KBR remain open for business.

Dust mitigation: No new updates

• Dust mitigation will be addressed by the contractor for the duration of the project.

• Killarney Beach Road Project, Public Relations Representative: Barton Blakely
  • Phone: 249-733-7751
  • Email: BBlakely@gipi.com
  • Hours of contact: Monday to Friday from 7 am to 5 pm
  • Inquiries should be directed here if a property owner has immediate construction-related concerns, concerns about interactions with crews, and/or requires coordination of driveway access.
• Town of Innisfil Customer Service
  • Phone: 705-436-3710
  • Email: inquiry@innisfil.ca
  • By submitting inquiries to Customer Service, the Mayor, Council, and Town staff are able to track and address issues on a comprehensive basis

Next update: May 11, 2026

Relevant links:

• March 23 meeting presentation
• Road Closure: Killarney Beach Road (20th Sideroad to Church Drive)
• Detour Plan
• Construction Notice

*If you are experiencing technical difficulties joining the Get Involved page, please reach out to communications@innisfil.ca(External link).

The Town of Innisfil is providing biweekly updates to enhance communications on the Killarney Beach Road construction project. These updates will outline ongoing and upcoming activities throughout the 2026 construction season. Our goal is to help businesses plan ahead, recognizing that construction-related disruptions to operations are expected in 2026.

Based on feedback received during our March 23 Community Meeting, we wanted to share a few quick updates:

• Larger detour route signage will be installed on April 13, 2026
• Further opportunities to promote local businesses throughout the construction season are being explored, such as a video to highlight that businesses are still open during construction
• Dust mitigation will be addressed by the contractor for the duration of the project.

As the project progresses this season, all reasonable effort will be made to maintain vehicle access to driveways. However, there will be some temporary interruptions to access during construction. Access will be restored as quickly as possible.

Multiple temporary driveway restrictions and closures will occur at various times to facilitate construction activities, with durations ranging from short term (approximately one to eight hours) to longer term (up to 48 hours).

The contractor will have a full-time Public Relations Representative assigned to the project, who will provide 48-hour advance notice to property owners affected by driveway restrictions. The Public Relations Representative will be available throughout the 2026 construction season to coordinate access and respond to public inquiries. Hours of contact are Monday to Friday from 7 am to 5 pm. Contact information is below:

• From April 13 to 27: Gary Weigert (705-333-0077, gweigert@gipi.com)
• From April 27 to the contract end: Barton Blakely (249-733-7751, BBlakey@gipi.com)

Project updates for April 13-27

Current Stage: Phase 1 - 20th Sideroad to Church Drive

Construction in the Phase 1 Project Area (20th Sideroad to Church Drive) is underway

In an attempt to accelerate Phase 2 construction, dewatering required in preparation for this construction will begin on April 13 in the Phase 2 Project Area (East of Church Drive to East of Corner Drive). During the dewatering process some driveways in the Phase 2 Project Area may be closed for several hours at a time. The benefit of undertaking the dewatering concurrent to the Phase 1 construction work is that it may have the impact of accelerating Phase 2 construction.

Impacts to businesses:

• Closure of Killarney Beach Road. Access for local traffic only from 20th Sideroad to Church Drive with detours in place. A minimum of 48 hours advanced notice will be provided for driveway impacts.
• Closure of eastbound lane – East of the Morgan Russell Arena & Community Centre entrance to 1295 Killarney Beach Road. Expect various driveway impacts within these limits. A minimum of 48 hours advanced notice will be provided for driveway impacts.

The next update will be provided by email on April 27, 2026.

Relevant Links

• March 23 meeting presentation
• Road Closure: Killarney Beach Road (20th Sideroad to Church Drive)
• Detour Plan
• Construction Notice

*If you are experiencing technical difficulties joining the Get Involved page, please reach out to communications@innisfil.ca.

The Town of Innisfil is providing biweekly updates to enhance communications on the Killarney Beach Road construction project. These updates will outline ongoing and upcoming activities throughout the 2026 construction season. Our goal is to help businesses plan ahead, recognizing that construction-related disruptions to operations are expected in 2026.

Based on feedback received during our March 23 Community Meeting, we wanted to share a few quick updates:

• Additional signage is being placed on Killarney Beach Road and 20th Sideroad to highlight that businesses are open during construction.
• Further opportunities to promote local businesses throughout the construction season are being explored.
• Detour route signage is currently under review.
• Dust mitigation is being explored and more information will be provided.
• On March 31, 2026, the road closure notice was posted on the project page and distributed to properties within the area.

As the project progresses this season, further clarification will be provided on potential driveway impacts and required closures. Our next biweekly update will focus on these topics specifically. The Town is also reviewing actions to address additional comments raised during the community meeting.

Project updates for April 13-27

Current Stage: Phase 1 - 20th Sideroad to Church Drive

Impacts to businesses:

• Closure of Killarney Beach Road. Access for local traffic only from 20th Sideroad to Church Drive with detours in place.

• Closure of eastbound lane – East of Morgan Russell arena entrance to 1295 Killarney Beach Road. Expect various driveway impacts within these limits. A minimum of 48 hours advanced notice will be provided for driveway impacts.

The next update will be provided by email on April 13, 2026.

Relevant Links

• March 23 meeting presentation
• Road Closure: Killarney Beach Road (20th Sideroad to Church Drive)
• Detour Plan
• Construction Notice

*If you are experiencing technical difficulties joining the Get Involved page, please reach out to communications@innisfil.ca.