Grand River Street North Improvements

Major upgrades on Grand River Street North in Paris are kicking off soon, backed by over $9 million in provincial funding to save local taxpayers money.

What's happening and where

• Work begins on Ann Wilson Way before moving to the main stretch between Watts Pond Road and Silver Street (work will not begin on Grand River St N until this phase of the Downtown Dig is complete – which is expected in a couple of weeks!).
• Two-way traffic stays open on Grand River Street North while crews work.
• Area shops, restaurants and services remain completely open for business.

Why now?

• Over $9 million in provincial grants covers the cost without heavy taxpayer burden.
• The province requires project completion by the end of 2028.
• Designed to support north Paris for the next 30 years, including a new public elementary school and fire hall.

Key improvements

• Widening to four lanes for smoother traffic.
• Four modern roundabouts featuring safe pedestrian crossings.
• A brand-new multi-use path, sidewalk, and upgraded streetlights.

Stay informed

Information and updates will be shared on this page as they are available and projects subscribers will be notified directly, through email.

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Thank you to everyone who attended the Grand River Street North and Bendemere Road Public Information Open House on June 18.

More than 100 people joined us throughout the evening to learn about these important infrastructure projects, ask questions, and speak with the project teams. We appreciate the thoughtful conversations and valuable input received from the community. Your participation helps us better understand local perspectives as these projects move forward.

Missed the open house or looking for more information?

Project information, updates, and future notices will continue to be posted on the project pages. If you haven't already, we encourage you to subscribe to receive updates directly by email by adding your email to the Stay Informed box on this page and click ‘Subscribe'.

For more information and to subscribe for updates to the Bendemere Road project, please visit EngageBrant.ca/Bendemere.

Thank you again for your continued interest and involvement.

The County of Brant is inviting residents to attend an upcoming Public Information Open House for the Grand River Street North Improvements and Bendemere Road projects in Paris.

This drop in event will give community members an opportunity to learn more about both projects, view project information, and speak directly with members of the project teams.

The details

• Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
• Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• Location: Paris Fairgrounds, Paris Ag Hall, Special Event Building

Though there will not be a formal presentation, residents are encouraged to stop by anytime during the event to ask questions, share comments, and learn more about what to expect as work moves forward.

With earlier phases of the Grand River Street North Improvements project replacing aging watermain and sanitary sewers between Trillium Way and Hartley Avenue, the County of Brant will be continuing work on Grand River Street North this spring. These upgrades are part of a long term plan to improve infrastructure, safety, and mobility in this area of Paris.

What to expect this spring

The next phase of work will focus on roadway improvements, including storm sewer installation, new roundabouts, and a multi use path.

A public open house will be held later this spring to share preliminary project details, estimated timelines, and possible impact. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback directly to the project team. More information, including the date and location, will be shared closer to the end of the spring.

Stay informed

Construction will continue in phases. Information and updates will be shared on this page as they are available and projects subscribers will be notified directly, through email.

We invite you to subscribe for updates by adding your email to the Stay Informed box on this page and click ‘Subscribe'.

Construction on Grand River Street North in Paris has been underway since the summer of 2023. The work taking place includes the replacement of watermain and sanitary sewers from 100 metres south of Trillium Way to Hartley Avenue. This is a multi-year project to implement upgrades to Grand River Street North as recommended through the Grand River Street North Corridor Environmental Study Report and the Paris Master Servicing Plan.

A reminder that during this construction, traffic will be managed by the following:

• Grand River Street North will be reduced to one lane, one way in the southbound direction only.
• All northbound traffic will be detoured along Silver Street, Oak Avenue and Scott Avenue.
• Intersections and driveways will be open but will require one-to-two-day closures from time to time throughout the work.
• All businesses will remain open during construction.

Additional safety measures have also been implemented along the detour routes including speed humps, speed display signage, and a temporary school crosswalk on Oak Avenue at Whitlaw Way. Residents are reminded to please obey all signage.

Please refer to Municipal 511 for the most up-to-date traffic information regarding road construction and closures.

Future phases of the work will include the widening of Grand River Street North along with replacement of curbs and sidewalk and the installation of roundabouts at intersection locations. Work in 2024 will include the installation of a roundabout at Scott Avenue and continuing north toward Hartley Avenue as well as the reconstruction of the signalized intersection at Silver Street and extension of a new street from that intersection to the east. Future works are subject to budget approval and further notice of these works will be provided once approved.

The timeline provided on this page outlines the necessary updates in the order they will occur.