Current City Projects and Construction

Metrolinx Burloak Drive Underpass

Construction Schedule• Ongoing to mid-2026Metrolinx Public Engagement

The Burloak Drive Grade Separation is a project to build an underpass to separate vehicle and rail movement. 

The underpass will enhance public safety in advance of GO Transit’s planned 15-minute all-day service on the Lakeshore West GO line, which will see up to eight trains crossing Burloak Drive every hour, in addition to regular VIA and freight trains. 

The addition of turn lanes, sidewalks, bike lanes and improved connectivity for active modes of travel will also be included in this project. 

Construction activities are underway and the project is estimated to be completed by mid-2026. 

For ongoing updates on the project, please visit the Metrolinx website.

Questions about the project can be directed to Metrolinx.

Metrolinx public engagement sessions Public open house

• Thursday, Sept. 21, from 5 to 8 p.m.
• Burlington Public Library – Central Branch, Centennial Room, 2331 New St., Burlington

Can’t attend in person? Virtual option...

Pauline Johnson School Playground Renewal

Construction schedule

July to end of September 2023

Rendering of playground

The City of Burlington is renewing the playground at Pauline Johnson School (4350 Longmoor Dr., Burlington) in Summer 2023.

Project scope

The proposed improvements include:

• removal of the existing playground including all play equipment, swings and safety surfaces
• new accessible transition curb-ramps
• new playground equipment and swings - design based on ‘Love My Playground’ survey results
• new engineered wood fibre safety surfacing at playground and swings
• new seating areas at playground and swings

Project schedule

Construction of the playground will take place from July to September. 

The schoolground will remain open during construction, however, there will be some minor inconveniences from the construction activity. The playground area will remain closed and fenced off. Once the construction is completed, the playground will undergo safety inspections to ensure the installation work is compliant with playground safety...

Kinsmen Park Improvements

Construction scheduleLate August to early November 2023

The City of Burlington is renewing Kinsmen Park.

Project scope

This project includes:

• New baseball backstop, dugouts and players’ benches
• New asphalt path connection
• New soccer posts
• Drainage improvements

What to expect during construction

• Your safety during is our priority.
• The playground will remain open. The baseball diamond and soccer field will be closed during construction. A security fence will be in place to secure those areas.
• There will be no access to Bruce T. Lindley Public School from Montgomery Drive.
• Do not enter the construction site at any time.

Project schedule

Project Milestone

Timing

Burlington City Council approval of 2023 Capital Budget

Complete – January 2023

Design Work

Complete – February 2023

Tender for construction contract

April 2023

Expected start of construction

Late August 2023

Expected construction completed

Early November 2023

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Bridgeview Park Renewal

Construction schedule

September to November 2023

Playground rendering

The City of Burlington is renewing Bridgeview Park, located at 1530 Norwood Ave.

Construction is expected to begin, weather permitting, in September and last approximately 8-10 weeks. Timing for start of construction has been shifted to September to accommodate the production and delivery timing of the play equipment and keep the playground open during July and August.

Please note: the completion date may be affected by weather, or by production and service delays in the construction industry.

Construction at Bridgeview Park will include:

• Replacement of playground equipment and swings
• Drainage and grading improvements
• Installation of engineered wood fibre surfacing
• New concrete transition curbs for accessibility into playground areas
• Path improvements
• Removal of existing ball diamond backstop and footings (restoration with sod)
• Clearing/grubbing at existing maintenance building
• Memorial bench re-installation on new pad
• New site...

Leighland Park Renewal

Project Schedule

October 2022 - September 2023

Project Rendering

The City of Burlington is renewing Leighland Park.

The project will include:

• Renewal of ball diamond D2 with added accessible spectator seating
• Tennis courts with line painting for tennis and pickleball
• Basketball/ball hockey court
• Fitness loop with outdoor fitness equipment
• Leash-free area
• Multiple shade structures with seating
• Drinking fountain
• Site furniture
• Drainage improvements
• Trees

View concept plan image [PDF]

Project Schedule MilestoneTiming

Neighborhood Engagement

Complete

Design work

Complete

Tender for construction contract

Complete

Expected start of construction

October 2022

Expected construction complete

September 2023*

Safety during construction is our priority. Construction fence will be in place to secure the construction site.

The contractor at Leighland Park is experiencing ongoing vandalism to equipment and fencing. Vandalism increases costs and creates delays and having unauthorized people in the construction area is a safety...