Metrolinx Notice: Building demolition works on Simcoe St.

The Bowmanville Extension will extend Lakeshore East GO rail service nearly 20 km east of the Durham College Oshawa GO Station to Bowmanville, serving the Region of Durham. Expanded rail service will provide Durham Region with direct connections to the larger GO Transit network, helping to reduce congestion in the Greater Golden Horseshoe while better connecting customers to education, family, entertainment, and jobs.

Why: Beginning as early as August 18th, 2025, Delsan AIM Environmental Services will begin demolition activities (demolition and removal) at the following properties on Simcoe Street in Oshawa:

• two-storey Desjardin, 399 Simcoe St S.
• Tim Hortons, 415 Simcoe St S.
• All Canadian Awards, 424 Simcoe St S.
• Pets Kingdom, 426 Simcoe St S.
• two-storey multiplex, 428 Simcoe St S.

When: August 18 to December 24, 2025

Details:

During this period, work is scheduled to take place Monday to Friday, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. However, working hours may be extended or rescheduled due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.

What to expect:

Residents should expect some noise and vibration due to construction activities. Site lighting maybe utilized if necessary and will be pointed away from homes.

Staff will take reasonable precautions to minimize disturbances to residents and commuters, including but not limited to the following:

• Reduced idling of non-essential equipment.
• Safely securing the work area.
• White noise backup alarms on vehicles and machinery as required.
• Safety signage will be in place, and crews will follow all applicable safety and environmental guidelines.
• Restoration of all areas affected by the demolition will be undertaken. Temporary fencing will be installed upon completion of the work.

Pedestrian details:

Sidewalk closures will be in place during the front façade demolition. Pedestrian traffic will be re-routed onto the curb lane safely.

Traffic control persons will be in the area during the sidewalk closure to assist and ensure pedestrian safety.

Traffic and transit details:

Short-term lane closures will be carried out daily, as deemed necessary to support construction activities. There are no anticipated road closures. Traffic will not be impacted.

Project information is available on oshawa.ca/GOEastDurham. Community members are encouraged to subscribe to Road and Sidewalk Closures to receive roadway closures. For project-related questions and comments, email [email protected] or visit the Lakeshore East Line GO Expansion website.