Retaining Wall Rehabilitation on Major Mackenzie Drive

July 31, 2026
In the City of Vaughan

York Region is rehabilitating a retaining wall on Major Mackenzie Drive West, east of Keele Street in the City of Vaughan. Retaining walls support soil or a slope that may not naturally hold its angle, making the ground more stable and preventing soil erosion.

Duration: August 2026 to October 2026

Map of Construction location for Major Mackenzie Drive Retaining Wall Rehab

Impacts to Travellers

  • Work will occur Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • The road will remain open to through traffic; however, the westbound lane from east of Keele Street to west of Peter Rupert Avenue will be closed daily from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • The sidewalk on the north side of Major Mackenzie Drive West will be closed, from east of Keele Street to west of Peter Rupert Avenue, for the duration of construction and pedestrians will be directed to use the south sidewalk
  • Access to homes and businesses will be maintained 

As with all construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather. York Region will provide advance notice where possible. 

Thank you for your patience during the construction period. We understand construction creates challenges for the community and are working to deliver this project with minimal disruption. If you have any questions or concerns, staff will be pleased to respond. Contact us using any method noted below and quote “Contract: 26-136” in your inquiry.

Have questions? Contact us today. 
Phone: 1-877-464-9675 
TTY: 711 
Email: @email
After hours emergency: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200