95 Avenue, between 163 Street and 182 Street, is being renewed. Construction is underway and is anticipated to be completed by the end of October 2026.
Project Update - Fall 2026
Work continues on the 95 Avenue Renewal project, with completion anticipated for late fall 2026.
Traffic Impacts
- The northbound right turn lane on 170 Street will remain closed until fall 2026. Right turns onto 95 Avenue going northbound will still be allowed from the remaining open lanes.
- A temporary speed limit of 50 km/h will be in effect throughout the construction zone.
- The southern lanes for eastbound traffic will be closed from May 11 to October 2026. Westbound lanes will be converted into single-lane traffic to allow for traffic flow in both directions.
- Detours involving single-lane traffic splits will be required throughout the project.
- Temporary southbound curb lane closure is required at 163 Street.
- Emergency vehicle access will be maintained and prioritized at all times.
- While work is underway, ETS Routes 7 and 915 will remain on 95 Avenue while Route 924 is detoured onto 163 Street. For more information, visit Alerts and Service Impacts.
Motorists and pedestrians should expect delays and are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time when travelling through the area. Traffic restrictions are necessary to provide a safe work zone for crews and equipment. We appreciate the public's patience and cooperation while this work is completed.
Stage 2 Work
- Road reconstruction from 163 Street to 170 Street, including the replacement of sidewalks, curbs and street lighting on the south side of 95 Avenue.
- Removal of the service road on the south side of 95 Avenue from 165 Street to 170 Street and construction of a shared pathway.
- Permanent removal of the lane access on the service road on the south side of 95 Avenue, east of 170 Street.
- Installation of on-street parking bays.
- Tree removals, where required, with new landscaping and tree replanting.
- Bus stop upgrades east of 167 Street.
- New sustainable stormwater drainage through the integration of low-impact development (LID) infrastructure, such as bioretention basins and absorbent landscaping.
- Completion of outstanding landscaping work on the north side of 95 Avenue from last year's works.
The project is anticipated to be completed by the end of October 2026.
Design Highlights
95 Avenue Corridor
- Two travel lanes in each direction, including dedicated left-turning bays at all crossing streets
- Transit stops allowing for amenities, including shelters, benches and garbage receptacles
North Side of 95 Avenue
- Maintain and reconstruct the service roads, including the existing alley connection east of 170 Street
- Wider sidewalk
- Existing trees in the median will be maintained
South Side of 95 Avenue
- New shared pathway with a raised crossing at 167 Street and a boulevard with new trees
- Removal of the service road, from 165 Street to 170 Street, and replacement with parking bays and connector sidewalks
- Closure of the alley connection to the existing service road east of 170 Street
Work on 182 Street to 189 Street has been deferred and will be considered as part of the 2026-2030 budget cycle.
Design Plans
Design Plan Overhead View (11.34 MB)
Cross-section views of proposed 95 Avenue design
Final Design Questions and Answers
About the Project
95 Avenue from 163 Street to 182 Street will undergo renewal. Renewal projects rehabilitate roads, replace street lights, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and add missing sidewalk links, where possible. The project is also considering other opportunities that improve how people walk, bike, roll, drive and gather.
The City makes decisions using a combination of policy and program information, public and partner engagement input, technical requirements and available funding. This process helps to ensure the decisions we make are fiscally responsible, align with best practices, consider the existing public and private infrastructure, land uses and safety of activities along the roadway, and result in the best outcomes for our city.
A decision has been made to defer work from 182 Street to 189 Street. This section will be considered as part of the 2026-2030 budget cycle.
We acknowledge the previously removed painted bike lanes on 95 Avenue did not meet expectations of the public, and the project team is making every effort to ensure the new design is appropriate and suitable, while allowing for the safe accommodation of all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and motor vehicles. 95 Avenue is identified as a district connector as part of the City of Edmonton’s Bike Plan, as well as a missing link in Edmonton’s cycling infrastructure. In alignment with this plan, the design will include a new shared pathway along the corridor. This shared pathway is meant for all active users, including pedestrians, wheelchair users, cyclists or other people strolling, rolling or walking.
95 Avenue Project Sections
The following summarizes each section of the project on 95 Avenue from 163 Street to 182 Street. Impacted partners will be contacted directly during the design and construction phases.
- Roadway reconstruction, including sidewalks, curbs and lighting.
- A shared pathway along the south side of 95 Avenue.
- Removal of left-turning lanes at 165 Street.
- Enhancing the bus stop east of 167 Street.
- Design underway.
- Construction planned for 2025.
- Tree removals along 95 Avenue will be required. Options for replacement trees and/or shrubs are under review.
- Asphalt resurfacing (170 to 178 Street) and select replacement of sidewalks, curbs and lighting.
- A shared pathway along the south side of 95 Avenue.
- Design underway.
- Construction planned for 2025.
- Tree removals along 95 Avenue will be required. Options for replacement trees and/or shrubs are under review.
Project Timeline
2026
2025
2022-2024
Project History
The northbound lane reductions on the approach to the 170 Street and 95 Avenue intersection have been delayed due to weather. These reductions will now be in place starting the week of June 29 for approximately one month. These restrictions are required while crews restore the roadway on the east side of the intersection. This delay is not anticipated to delay the overall project.
During select off-peak periods, an additional lane closure may be required to complete utility connections to a manhole located within the centre through lane along 170 Street.
June 2026 Construction Bulletin
Traffic Impacts
- Starting the week of June 29 and for approximately one month, there will be northbound lane reductions in place on the approach to 170 Street and 95 Avenue:
- The southside access at the 167 Street and 95 Avenue intersection will remain closed until July 2026.
- Temporary closures of 170 Street to 163 Street will be required. Closures will be phased to maintain north/south access.
- Pedestrians may be required to cross to the other side of 95 Avenue.
Construction on Stage 2 of the 95 Avenue Renewal project from 163 Street to 170 Street resumed in late April. This is the second year of construction.
95 Avenue has reopened to 4 lanes of traffic for the winter season.
Significant progress has been made this year in the construction of the 95 Avenue Renewal Project.
182 Street to 170 Street (Phase 1) is more or less complete, with minor finishing work remaining. Completed work includes the construction of a new shared pathway along the south side of 95 Avenue between 182 and 170 Street, and road resurfacing from 178 to 170 Street.
163 Street to 170 Street (Phase 2) is complete for the 2025 construction season and has reopened to traffic. Completed work includes road reconstruction from 163 to 170 Street, the replacement of sidewalks and curbs, bus stop upgrades east of 167 Street and new street lighting.
New sustainable stormwater drainage infrastructure has also been constructed behind the sidewalk from 167 to 165 Street. Construction on the westbound lanes on the north side of 95 Avenue is now complete, with some minor work and repairs remaining.
Phase 2 of construction is anticipated to continue in spring 2026. This remaining work will focus on the south side of 95 Avenue, between 163 Street and 170 Street.
Construction on Stage 2, from 163 Street to 170 Street, is underway with anticipated completion by the end of 2025.
Construction on Stage 2 includes:
- Road reconstruction from 163 Street to 170 Street, including the replacement of sidewalks, curbs and street lighting.
- The service road on the south side of 95 Avenue from 165 Street to 170 Street will be removed and replaced with a shared pathway.
- On-street parking bays will be installed.
- Tree removals along 95 Avenue (as necessary). New landscaping and tree replanting in spring 2026.
- Bus stop upgrades east of 167 Street.
- New sustainable stormwater drainage through the integration of low-impact development (LID) infrastructure, such as bioretention basins and absorbent landscaping
For more information, view the June 2025 Construction Bulletin.
Construction on Stage 1, from 170 Street to 182 Street, began in late April with anticipated completion by the end of fall 2025.
- Construction on Stage 1 includes:
- Asphalt resurfacing from 170 to 178 Street and select replacement of sidewalks, curbs and street lighting.
- A new shared pathway along the south side of 95 Avenue between 182 Street and 170 Street.
- Tree removal and tree replacement along the south side of 95 Avenue.
After final internal reviews and consideration of all feedback gathered on the proposed design, it has been decided to proceed with a design that maintains access and parking for residents along 95 Avenue, while offering a safer and more direct route for all users.
The City used a combination of policy and program information, technical requirements, and public engagement feedback when developing the final design for the renewal of 95 Avenue between 163 Street and 170 Street.
Construction is currently anticipated to begin in the spring of 2025. Construction information will be provided before the beginning of construction.
Thank you to those who attended the Information Session on March 6, 2024.
Resident Information Session Video
Resident Information Session Question and Answer Document
Resident and partner feedback, along with technical studies, and a safety audit were all important components when developing a design for the renewal of 95 Avenue between 163 Street and 170 Street.
Design Highlights Include:
- Roadway reconstruction, including replacing sidewalks, curbs and lighting.
- A shared pathway along the south side of 95 Avenue. The service roads will be retained and reconstructed.
- Widened sidewalks along the northside of 95 Avenue.
- Maintaining two lanes of travel in each direction on 95 Avenue, with the removal of left-turning lanes at 165 Street. The left turn movements can still be made using the through lane.
For details on the feedback received and how it was considered for the design, view the 95 Avenue Information Sheet.
Options for replacement landscaping, including trees and/or shrubs are under review.
Construction is anticipated to begin in 2024. More information regarding construction will be provided closer to the start of the work.
Thank you to everyone who engaged with the project team about the 95 Avenue Renewal project - 163 Street to 170 Street. Resident and partner feedback, along with technical studies and a safety audit, have been used to develop a design for the project.
The design includes replacing the existing sidewalk with a shared pathway, while also meeting the needs of residents to maintain the service road in front of properties along 95 avenue.
The project team is now finalizing the design. Once the design is completed, the project will enter into the delivery phase, with construction planned to begin in 2024. More information about construction will be shared closer to the start of the work.
The project is currently in the planning and design stage. Engagement with property owners and residents on 95 Avenue between 163 Street and 170 Street is underway.
Preliminary phone interviews with residents and property owners have been completed to help plan the upcoming in-person meetings in summer 2022.
We will be looking for feedback during the in-person meetings to help us confirm area specific priorities, to allow us to come up with a design that considers all input, while satisfying technical requirements, to facilitate addition of a shared pathway along 95 Avenue.
Frequently Asked Questions
In 2022, the City gathered feedback from affected property owners and residents. After assessing the priorities identified by partners, as well as the technical and policy requirements, the City has selected a final recommended design.
The City’s policies (City Plan and Bike Plan) identify the need for an active mode network in areas through the city. Missing links in these plans are considered when roadways are up for renewal. Renewal projects provide cost-effective ways to meet City policies and incorporate appropriate, safe and comfortable active mode infrastructure.
Active transportation describes all human-powered forms of travel, such as walking, cycling, and wheeling. Active infrastructure is vital for sustainable, healthy, inclusive and vibrant communities and supports Edmontonians that may not be able drive, or choose not to drive.
When the City Plan and Bike Plan were developed, there was public engagement to assess the need for an active mode network. Using the outcomes of this engagement, 95 Avenue was identified as a future route. 95 Avenue was identified as a district connector to:
- Provide a direct route connecting major destinations within West and Central Edmonton.
- Meet the Bike Plan’s requirements for route spacing in West Edmonton.
- Avoid inconvenient alignments with increased travel times. Alternative routes away from this corridor will not support as many users.
- Enables active mode users to visit local businesses, schools, parks, religious institutions and other community amenities.
We understand that the previous painted bike lanes on 95 Avenue did not meet the expectations of drivers and cyclists. We have learned from that experience that we need to engage with all interested groups so we can develop a suitable design for all roadway users. Since 95 Avenue is up for renewal between 163 Street and 189 Street, this presents an opportunity to better support users of all ages and abilities and provide improvements for the long term.
The entire 95 Avenue corridor was reviewed on a technical and budget perspective to determine the most suitable and consistent facility that can be incorporated into the renewal project without changing the project’s objective for infrastructure renewal.
Shared pathways are maintained by the City beginning at the end of a snowfall and completed within 48 hours.
No, on-street parking and access to your property will be maintained. Private walks will be extended through the boulevard to the roadway. On-street parking will be available for owners, residents, visitors, deliveries, emergency vehicles, et cetera.
After engagement, the design will progress while considering public and other feedback from internal partners (such as emergency services, waste management, traffic operations and maintenance) to ensure operational requirements are met.
Access will still be available from 165 Street, 167 Street, as well as just south of 94 Avenue off 169 Street. The closure of the service road was only one of the options explored by the project team. The final design is subject to feedback received during the engagement process.
Through communications with community members, the project team became aware of the condition of the back alley. Back alley renewal is not part of this project. The City’s Infrastructure Maintenance team has been made aware of the concerns raised; the typical process to address these concerns is by connecting with 311 online, via the mobile app, or by phone.
It is too early in the project to determine the extent of the impacts to the trees. Through engagement we will determine priorities of the roadway elements. Impacts to existing mature trees will be minimized if possible, and new tree plantings will be considered in the boulevard space adjacent to the proposed shared pathway.
Design is planned to be completed in late 2022 with construction planned for summer of 2023.
Nearby Projects
Glenwood (West of 163 Street) Neighbourhood and Alley Renewal
Public engagement and planning for the Glenwood (West of 163 Street) Neighbourhood and Alley Renewal project is currently underway. This project will include work north of the 95 Avenue Renewal project limit within the Glenwood neighbourhood. Visit the Glenwood (West of 163 Street) project page for details and engagement opportunities.