October 14, 2026 – Notice of Completion and Public Comment Period
Following Council approval of the study recommendations on September 14, 2026, the Notice of Completion has been published to indicate that the Environmental Study Report (ESR) is available for a public comment period.
Based on the findings of this MCEA study, the Preferred Design for the realignment of Ashburnham Drive Realignment and replacement of the McFarlane Street bridge includes:
- Realignment of Ashburnham Drive east of its existing alignment, between Maniece Avenue and McFarlane Street.
- Two-lane urban roadway with sidewalks and bicycle lanes within the boulevard on both sides.
- Modifications to intersections at Maniece Avenue, Hunter Street and Old Norwood Road.
- Construction of a new curved bridge immediately north of the existing McFarlane Street bridge.
- Two vehicular travel lanes with dedicated bicycle lanes and sidewalks on both sides of the bridge.
- Cul-de-sacs at Trent View Road and Watts Avenue.
Environmental Study Report Comment Period:
The study process, including the identification and evaluation of alternative design concepts, Preferred Design, potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures, as well as consultation activities undertaken as part of this study, have been documented within an ESR, which is available for public comment between Wednesday, October 14, 2026, and Monday, November 16, 2026.
Please use the following link to access a copy of the ESR: Environmental Study Report
Please note that the supporting appendices are not currently available in an accessible format. Printed copies of the ESR and appendices are available for review at the following locations:
- City Hall, located at 500 George Street North
- Peterborough Public Library, located at 345 Aylmer Street North
It would be appreciated if all comments were submitted to the City contact provided on the right side of this page by no later than November 16, 2026.
