Press release on paving contract:
Highway 401 Being Improved In Mississauga
June 24, 2009
McGuinty Government Creating Jobs, Keeping Highways Safe Ontario is repaving nine kilometres of Highway 401 in Mississauga from Winston Churchill Road to McLaughlin Road. The project will ensure smooth and safe travel for goods and drivers on one of the country's busiest highways. The $14-million construction contract was awarded to Fermar Paving Limited of Rexdale. Work is expected to be complete by fall 2009 and will create approximately 160 direct and indirect jobs. Drivers may experience minor delays from night-time lane closures and are reminded that speeding fines are doubled in construction zones.
QUOTES
"Investing in highway infrastructure now creates jobs, and helps keep this busy highway and important economic artery in top shape."
– Jim Bradley, Minister of Transportation
"One of the busiest stretches of highway in North America runs through Mississauga. Keeping roads up to date improves safety while making our community stronger."
– Bob Delaney, Mississauga Streetsville MPP
"The rehabilitation of this highway will ensure the flow of goods and people move smoothly, safely and efficiently through our community."
– Amrit Mangat, Mississauga-Brampton South MPP
QUICK FACTS
- Approximately 140,000 vehicles use this section of Highway 401 each day.
- The McGuinty government is investing $2.4 billion in highway infrastructure in 2009.
- Since 2003, the McGuinty government has committed $12 billion in highways, roads and bridges, and invested $7.4 billion in public transit.