Last updated: Oct. 8, 2026
Project overview
The Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor Phase 2 project is part of the municipality's work to build a safer, more reliable and more connected transportation network. Guided by the Integrated Mobility Plan and Rapid Transit Strategy, and in alignment with the municipality's 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, the project will improve transit service, enhance walking and accessibility features, and renew critical underground infrastructure.
Delivered in partnership with Halifax Water, the project includes significant investments in water, wastewater and stormwater systems that will help improve long-term service reliability and support future growth. Together, these improvements will help people move more efficiently through the corridor today while strengthening essential infrastructure for decades to come.
This phase of the project focuses on Bayers Road between Connaught Avenue and Young Street, connecting the dedicated transit lanes built during Phase 1 (Romans Avenue to Connaught Avenue) to the intersection of Young and Windsor streets.
Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor project - Phase 2 area map
Proposed BRT network including the Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor
Why this project matters
Transit reliability improvements and preparing the municipality for future Bus Rapid Transit service
The Bayers Road corridor is a critical east-west connection to and from the Halifax peninsula and is expected to play an important role in the municipality's proposed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network.
Once complete, Phase 2 will:
- Improve transit reliability along one of Halifax's busiest transportation corridors.
- Create a continuous transit-priority connection between Phase 1 and the Windsor Street/Young Street area.
- Improve safety and accessibility through upgraded pedestrian infrastructure.
Near term: Dedicated transit lanes will help existing Halifax Transit routes travel more reliably through the corridor.
Long term: The corridor is being designed to support the municipality's proposed Bus Rapid Transit network and future transportation needs as the region grows.
By acting now and planning ahead, this project ensures the municipality is building the infrastructure today that will support sustainable, high-capacity transit solutions for decades to come.
Learn more about the Rapid Transit Strategy here.
Other municipal infrastructure upgrades
The project will also include new and upgraded pedestrian infrastructure, including accessibility improvements, and road and streetscape improvements along the Bayers Road corridor.
Halifax Water infrastructure replacements and upgrades
While the visible changes on Bayers Road will improve transit operations, a significant portion of the project is focused on renewing critical underground infrastructure. In fact, more than half of the construction work will take place below the surface through major investments led by Halifax Water.
Halifax Water's portion of the project includes:
- Replacing a critical water transmission main
- Installing new water mains and service connections
- Constructing new stormwater infrastructure
- Upgrading wastewater systems
- Renewing and repurposing aging underground utility assets
Completing this work as part of the same project helps maximize the value of public infrastructure investments, reduces the need for future construction in the corridor, improves long-term service reliability, and minimizes future disruption for residents, businesses, transit users and commuters.
Project status and timeline
Dexter Construction Limited has been selected through a competitive procurement process to complete this project on behalf of the municipality.
Construction work began during the week of Aug. 4, 2026 and is expected to continue for approximately two years.
Timelines are estimates and may be adjusted as the project progresses.
Project updates and communications
Traffic impacts and other related Public Service Announcements (PSAs) will be shared with media, posted on halifax.ca/news and on the municipal Bluesky account: @hfxgov.bsky.social
Halifax Transit routes impacted by this project were adjusted as part of the planned August 24, 2026 Halifax Transit service changes. When updates are available, they’ll be posted on: halifax.ca/htdisruptions
The contractor working on behalf of the municipality is responsible for providing written notification of upcoming construction impacts to residents and businesses directly adjacent to the project area.
Latest Updates
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Upcoming traffic changes – Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor project
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of an upcoming full closure of the intersection of Bayers Road and Oxford Street in support of the Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor Phase 2 project.
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Street Closure – Connolly Street
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8 to Friday, Sept. 18 (weekdays only) Time: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Traffic Delay – Intersection of Bayers Road and Connaught Avenue
Date and time: From 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 to 6 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 14
What to expect during construction
A construction management plan will be in place throughout this multi-phase project to reduce impacts on residents, businesses, and people driving, walking, cycling or rolling.
Access to nearby businesses and properties will be maintained during this project. The contractor will provide advance notice if access will be interrupted.
There will be some overnight work for this project, primarily as work progresses through each intersection, to reduce impact on traffic.
Traffic impacts
- During construction seasons (spring to early winter each year)
- This project will require lane closures with detour signs in place to direct drivers and sidewalk users around the closures.
- Outbound traffic will be maintained through this section of Bayers Road.
- Inbound traffic will follow a marked detour.
- There will be temporary intersection closures as work progresses. These closures will be communicated in advance with marked detours in place.
- This project will require lane closures with detour signs in place to direct drivers and sidewalk users around the closures.
- Outside of construction seasons (mid-late winter to spring each year)
- During the colder months, when construction work is reduced due to conditions that impact the ability to complete this type of work, two-way traffic on Bayers Road is expected to be restored through the corridor before more significant construction activities resume in spring season.
Sidewalk impacts
Sections of sidewalks will be closed as work progresses, with access to local properties and businesses maintained.
These timelines and impacts are estimates and may be adjusted as the project progresses. Refer to the Project updates and communications section of this page to stay up-to-date on project impacts.
Project background
Phase 1 of the Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor project focused on Bayers Road between Romans Avenue and Connaught Avenue. This phase of the project was completed in 2021, delivering early transit priority improvements to address congestion related delays and improve the reliability of existing Halifax Transit service on this key corridor.
The work included the construction of dedicated bus lanes, intersection upgrades and the addition of a new multi‑use pathway on the south side of Bayers Road between Romans Avenue and George Dauphinee Avenue. Transit priority measures such as a bus bypass lane at the Halifax Shopping Centre/East Perimeter Road intersection allow outbound buses to avoid congestion and move more efficiently through the area. Several intersection configurations were modified to improve safety and traffic flow for all road users.
Phase 1 was delivered as part of the municipality’s Integrated Mobility Plan and Moving Forward Together Plan, providing immediate benefits for transit riders while supporting long-term plans for higher order transit along the Bayers Road corridor. Minor reinstatement and signal work continued following construction completion to finalize that phase of the project.
Learn more about transit priority lanes
Common questions
Overall project
- Why is this project being done?
The Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor – Phase 2 is part of the municipality’s Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) and Rapid Transit Strategy. It will improve near‑term reliability for Halifax Transit service while preparing the corridor for potential future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT).
This phase connects the dedicated transit lanes built in Phase 1 to the intersection of Young and Windsor streets.
The municipality and Halifax Water are coordinating their work so planned utility upgrades can be completed at the same time, reducing future disruption and sharing costs where possible.
The corridor is a key east‑west link to and from the Halifax peninsula and supports long‑term plans for high‑capacity transit.
- When will construction begin and how long will it take?
Construction is expected to begin in August 2026 and continue for approximately two years.
Timelines are estimates and may be adjusted as the project progresses.
- How will this project impact traffic, transit, people walking, rolling or cycling?
Access to nearby businesses and properties will be maintained during this project. The contractor will provide advance notice if access will be interrupted.
This project will require lane closures with detour signs in place to direct drivers and sidewalk users around the closures.
Outbound traffic will be maintained through this section of Bayers Road. Inbound traffic will follow a marked detour. There will be short-term closures of intersections as work progresses. These closures will be communicated in advance with marked detours in place.
Sections of sidewalks will be closed as work progresses, with access to local properties and businesses maintained.
- Will access to businesses and properties remain open?
Yes. Access to nearby businesses and properties will be maintained throughout the project.
If a temporary interruption is required, the contractor will provide advance notice.
- How will the municipality communicate construction updates?
Traffic impacts and other related Public Service Announcements (PSAs) will be shared with media, posted on halifax.ca/news and on the municipal Bluesky account: @hfxgov.bsky.social
Halifax Transit routes impacts will be posted on: halifax.ca/htdisruptions
The contractor working on behalf of the municipality is responsible for providing written notification of upcoming construction impacts to residents and businesses directly adjacent to the project area.
- Who is completing this work?
Dexter Construction has been selected as the project contractor through the formal procurement process.
- How will this project benefit the community once complete?
The project will introduce dedicated transit lanes to improve the reliability of existing Halifax Transit routes in the short term.
Longer term, the corridor will be designed to support proposed Bus Rapid Transit service, helping build infrastructure that supports sustainable, high-capacity transit for decades to come.
Phase 1 of the project delivered a new multi-use pathway on the south side of Bayers Road between Romans Avenue and George Dauphinee Avenue, along with other safety-focused intersection and sidewalk improvements. Phase 2 will continue building on these improvements to support safer, more comfortable walking and rolling connections along the corridor.
Closure of the Bayers Road and Oxford Street intersection
- Why is the intersection of Bayers Road and Oxford Street being fully closed?
The closure is required to allow crews to install a new Halifax Water transmission main and associated underground infrastructure. The transmission main provides water service to the north end of the Halifax peninsula and is an important part of the area's water distribution system. The work includes a deep excavation near the centre of the intersection, including installation of infrastructure approximately 4.5 metres (15 feet) below the roadway, and requires the full intersection to be closed to ensure the safety of residents, road users and construction crews.
- When will the closure begin and how long will it last?
The intersection will be closed to all traffic from Wednesday, Oct. 14 to approximately Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026.
It is expected that beginning Nov. 12, Bayers Road between Windsor Street and Connolly Street will reopen to one-way outbound traffic. Bayers Road will remain open for inbound traffic through the Connaught Avenue intersection to Connolly Street for local residents and business access only. Full two-way traffic on Bayers Road is expected to be restored on Dec. 17, 2026.
Construction timelines are estimates and may be adjusted based on weather, site conditions or operational requirements.
- Why is a full closure necessary?
The work involves deep excavation and installation of infrastructure approximately 4.5 metres (15 feet) below the roadway near the centre of the intersection. A full closure is required to provide a safe work zone for crews and the public and to complete the work as efficiently as possible.
- What detour routes will be in place?
The outbound detour route will mirror the existing inbound detour route along Windsor Street, North Street, Chebucto Road and Connaught Avenue. Traffic will be directed using marked detour signage throughout the project area.
- Will residents still be able to access homes and businesses?
Yes. Bayers Road will reopen to local and business traffic in both directions between Connaught Avenue and Connolly Street, and between Windsor and Dublin streets. Signage will be in place to prohibit through traffic while maintaining local access.
- How will schools be affected?
A dedicated detour route via Roslyn Road has been established for school buses and parent pickup and drop-off activity. The route was developed in coordination with the school board.
- Will emergency vehicles be able to access the area?
Yes. Emergency access will be maintained at all times throughout the closure.
- How will Halifax Transit service be affected?
Halifax Transit routes will continue using the existing detour routes around the project area. Customers should visit the Halifax Transit service disruptions webpage for current route and stop information.
- What is being done to help manage traffic in the area?
The municipality has implemented a number of measures to help manage traffic during construction, including a coordinated detour plan, local-access traffic arrangements on Bayers Road, traffic calming measures on Romans Avenue and ongoing monitoring of traffic signals at key intersections, including Connaught Avenue and Windsor Street at Young Street.
- What happens when the intersection reopens?
It is expected that beginning Nov. 12, Bayers Road between Windsor Street and Connolly Street will reopen to one-way outbound traffic. Bayers Road will remain open for inbound traffic through the Connaught Avenue intersection to Connolly Street for local residents and business access only. Full two-way traffic on Bayers Road is expected to be restored on Dec. 17, 2026.
- Why is this work being completed now?
This work has been scheduled as part of the planned construction sequence for the Bayers Road Transit Priority Corridor Phase 2 project. Completing the Halifax Water infrastructure work during this phase of construction allows both organizations to coordinate infrastructure improvements, reduce future disruption and advance the project efficiently.
Questions?
Email contactus@311.halifax.ca or call 311.