DVP & Gardiner Closure Jan 30–Feb 2
Metrolinx has informed us about an upcoming closure of both the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) and the Gardiner Expressway from Friday, January 30, 2026, at 11 pm to Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5 am. Full details available here.
Sections of the DVP and Gardiner will be closed to traffic to allow construction crews to move the eastern section of the new Lower Don Bridge over the DVP to its permanent location. This work coincides with additional road works the City of Toronto is carrying out within the closure area. These include road maintenance, survey work and bridge rehabilitation.
Traffic Details
- Starting at Bayview Ave on the DVP, all southbound traffic lanes will be closed to the Gardiner, where the lanes will continue to be closed westbound to Lower Jarvis. Access will be blocked to the Bayview on-ramp heading southbound. The Lower Jarvis on-ramp for westbound traffic will remain open.
- Starting at Bay on the Gardiner, all eastbound traffic lanes will be closed to the DVP, where lanes will continue to be closed northbound to Eastern. Access will be blocked to the Gardiner on-ramps heading eastbound at both Rees and Bay. Access will also be blocked to the DVP on-ramp heading northbound on the Don Roadway.
- A northbound detour is in place using Jarvis and Queen St E. A southbound detour is in place using Bayview, Gerrard, and Jarvis.
What to Expect
- Advanced signage will be installed to notify drivers of the closure.
- Traffic control signage and lane tapers will be present throughout the closure.
- Traffic delays can be expected and drivers are encouraged to plan ahead.
- Minor overnight noise from cranes and construction vehicles may occur.
- Construction vehicles will enter and exit the work area via the DVP.
- Equipment and materials will be secured within the work zone and removed once work is complete.
- Work may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Toronto Road Restrictions & Closures
- For a listing of road closures, visit the City of Toronto's website here.
Ontario Line Construction Notices
- For a listing of notices related to the Ontario Line, visit the Metrolinx website here.
Metrolinx Construction
- For a listing of all construction notices, visit the Metrolinx website here.
GO Transit Construction
- For a listing of notices related to GO Transit, visit the website here.
TTC Construction
- For a listing of notices, visit the TTC website here.