Drivers traveling through the Niagara region should prepare for potential delays as 19 road closures and lane restrictions are scheduled on provincial highways for Friday, April 18, 2025.
Key routes affected include the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and Highway 58, with closures ranging from partial lane reductions to full ramp shutdowns. The roadwork is part of ongoing infrastructure improvements and maintenance.
Major Closures and Lane Reductions:
Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW)
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Fort Erie Bound:
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Between Baker Rd. (Niagara Falls) and Gilmore Rd. (Fort Erie): One alternating lane closed April 13 – April 28.
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Between Fifteen Mile Creek and Highway 406 (St. Catharines): Two alternating lanes closed April 14 (9 p.m.) – April 25 (6 a.m.).
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Off-ramp at Seventh Street (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 14 – April 25.
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On-ramp at Seventh Street (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 14 – April 25.
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Between McLeod Rd. (Niagara Falls) and Peace Bridge (Fort Erie): One alternating lane closed April 22 – April 25 (5 a.m.).
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Right lane closure from Fifteen Mile Creek to Highway 406: April 14 – April 25.
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Toronto Bound:
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Between Gilmore Rd. (Fort Erie) and Baker Rd. (Niagara Falls): One alternating lane closed April 13 – April 28.
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On-ramp at Highway 406 (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 22 (8 p.m.) – April 24 (6 a.m.).
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On-ramp at Ontario St. (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 22 – April 24.
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Off-ramp at Highway 406 (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 22 – April 24.
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Off-ramp at Martindale Rd. (St. Catharines): Fully closed April 22 – April 24.
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Between Martindale Rd. and Seventh St. (St. Catharines):
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One right lane closed April 22 – May 2.
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Two right lanes closed April 22 (9 p.m.) – May 2 (6 a.m.).
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Between Peace Bridge and McLeod Rd.: One alternating lane closed April 22 (9 a.m.) – April 25 (3 p.m.).
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Highway 58 (Thorold Area)
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Northbound:
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Between Thorold Tunnel (entry and exit): Fully closed April 24 (8:30 p.m.) – April 25 (5:30 a.m.).
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Between Thorold Tunnel (entry and exit): Fully closed again April 25 (8:30 p.m.) – May 2 (5:30 a.m.).
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Between Thorold Stone Rd./Davis Rd. and Pine St.: One right lane closed April 24 – May 8.
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Southbound:
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Between Pine St. and Thorold Tunnel: One alternating lane closed April 22 – April 24.
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Between Thorold Tunnel (entry and exit): Fully closed April 22 (8:30 p.m.) – April 25 (5:30 a.m.).
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Plan Ahead
With a high volume of closures and lane restrictions, commuters are encouraged to plan alternate routes, allow extra travel time, and stay informed through 511 Ontario for real-time traffic updates.
