47 Avenue Upgrades

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We are upgrading 47 Avenue from Highway 20 to the west access to Walmart, including:

  • Road widening to a 4 lane divided roadway
  • Traffic signals at the intersection of 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz Industrial Trail
  • All surrounding businesses are open during construction via detours


Why

  • To improve safety and traffic flow


When

  • July 16 - 21: Building detour routes
  • July 21 - October 31: Weather permitting. Construction work will primarily be conducted between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday to Saturday
  • November 2025 – March 2026: Installing traffic signals
  • February 9, 2026: CanTraffic and Fortis will begin installing traffic lights and streetlights.
  • Spring 2026 – Upgrading gravel trails to paved sidewalks

We're listening

Since the project started we've heard from many Lakers, so we’ve made some improvements:

Improvements to the 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz crossing

  • Temporary electronic message board signs east and west at the 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz intersection to help drivers notice the crossing sooner

  • Temporary flashing beacons to be installed at the pedestrian crosswalk November 17 - 21

Improvements to the detour route:

  • Changed traffic signal timing at 47 Avenue and Cuendet/Herder Drive intersections to improve traffic movements
  • Added more directional signage along the detour route
  • Added more information signs to tell people businesses are open around the construction site
  • Better secured the area to prevent vehicles from making short cuts through private properties
  • Created a more visible and safer pedestrian crossing zone through the construction area


Learn about the project

We are upgrading 47 Avenue from Highway 20 to the west access to Walmart, including:

  • Road widening to a 4 lane divided roadway
  • Traffic signals at the intersection of 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz Industrial Trail
  • All surrounding businesses are open during construction via detours


Why

  • To improve safety and traffic flow


When

  • July 16 - 21: Building detour routes
  • July 21 - October 31: Weather permitting. Construction work will primarily be conducted between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday to Saturday
  • November 2025 – March 2026: Installing traffic signals
  • February 9, 2026: CanTraffic and Fortis will begin installing traffic lights and streetlights.
  • Spring 2026 – Upgrading gravel trails to paved sidewalks

We're listening

Since the project started we've heard from many Lakers, so we’ve made some improvements:

Improvements to the 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz crossing

  • Temporary electronic message board signs east and west at the 47 Avenue and Iron Gate Boulevard / Thevenaz intersection to help drivers notice the crossing sooner

  • Temporary flashing beacons to be installed at the pedestrian crosswalk November 17 - 21

Improvements to the detour route:

  • Changed traffic signal timing at 47 Avenue and Cuendet/Herder Drive intersections to improve traffic movements
  • Added more directional signage along the detour route
  • Added more information signs to tell people businesses are open around the construction site
  • Better secured the area to prevent vehicles from making short cuts through private properties
  • Created a more visible and safer pedestrian crossing zone through the construction area


Learn about the project

  • Traffic Light Signals Now Operating

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    The traffic light signals are now operating on 47 Avenue and Thevenaz Industrial Trail/Iron Gate Blvd.

    What should you know?

    • The traffic light poles have replaced the stop signs and rapid flash pedestrian beacons.

    The traffic light signals are now operating on 47 Avenue and Thevenaz Industrial Trail/Iron Gate Blvd.

    What should you know?

    • The traffic light poles have replaced the stop signs and rapid flash pedestrian beacons.

  • October 2025 - Update

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    Construction is nearing completion. 47 Avenue between Highway 20 and Charles Industrial Way opens Friday, October 10, 2025.

    What’s the latest?

    • The intersection at 47 Avenue and Thevenaz Industrial Trail/Iron Gate Blvd will return to its pre-construction setup, with stop signs for northbound and southbound traffic

    What about the traffic lights?

    • The Town is waiting for Fortis to install traffic signals. Once the lights are installed, they will be tested and activated, replacing the stop signs. This will be take place some time in the future
    • The trail in the area will remain gravel until 2026 construction season, as we

    Construction is nearing completion. 47 Avenue between Highway 20 and Charles Industrial Way opens Friday, October 10, 2025.

    What’s the latest?

    • The intersection at 47 Avenue and Thevenaz Industrial Trail/Iron Gate Blvd will return to its pre-construction setup, with stop signs for northbound and southbound traffic

    What about the traffic lights?

    • The Town is waiting for Fortis to install traffic signals. Once the lights are installed, they will be tested and activated, replacing the stop signs. This will be take place some time in the future
    • The trail in the area will remain gravel until 2026 construction season, as we wait for utility work by Fortis to be completed first. By waiting, we avoid potential damage that could occur during shallow utility installations

    The road doesn’t quite look finished. Why?

    • A second lift of asphalt will be installed in 2026. This is often a standard practice. We wait to install the final layer of asphalt to allow the road and surrounding areas to settle. This helps prevent cracks or uneven surfaces
    • If any concrete removals are needed after winter season, they can be done without cutting into brand-new asphalt, keeping the final road surface smooth and clean

    What about everything else?

    • Landscaping in the area will be complete in 2026, following all other utility installations, final road work, etc.
    • Once the intersection reopens, traffic signals along Highway 20 (on Herder Drive and 47 Ave) will return to pre-construction timing

  • Details

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    Project construction includes:

    • Tree removals
    • Excavation and removals
    • Storm catch basin adjustments
    • Grading
    • Installation of electrical conduit and traffic signals
    • Granular base structure
    • Concrete curbs and sidewalks
    • Asphalt paving
    • Asphalt trail
    • Line Markings
    • Landscaping
    • Signage

    Traffic lights vs a roundabout

    The Town chose traffic lights instead of a roundabout. A roundabout was less desirable for three main reasons:

    1. Major utility work: There are two Fortis power transformers that would need to be moved, which is a large and expensive job.

    1. Much higher cost: A roundabout could cost up to $2 million more than we planned for, not counting the extra

    Project construction includes:

    • Tree removals
    • Excavation and removals
    • Storm catch basin adjustments
    • Grading
    • Installation of electrical conduit and traffic signals
    • Granular base structure
    • Concrete curbs and sidewalks
    • Asphalt paving
    • Asphalt trail
    • Line Markings
    • Landscaping
    • Signage

    Traffic lights vs a roundabout

    The Town chose traffic lights instead of a roundabout. A roundabout was less desirable for three main reasons:

    1. Major utility work: There are two Fortis power transformers that would need to be moved, which is a large and expensive job.

    1. Much higher cost: A roundabout could cost up to $2 million more than we planned for, not counting the extra costs for land, lighting, and moving gas and power lines. While we build roundabouts as often as we can, this one would stretch the budget too far. The extra costs of this roundabout would take away money from other planned projects.

    1. Time and business impact: This intersection needs work now. A roundabout would take years to build, while a traffic light is relatively quick to install. Roundabout construction would also be more disruptive to nearby businesses.

    In short: traffic lights are quicker, cheaper, and cause less disruption in this case.

  • Budget

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    Total budget: $3,390,000

    Budget:

    • Funding Source:
    • Progress: Underway


    Questions?

    • Ask your questions about the 47 Avenue project here!

    Total budget: $3,390,000

    Budget:

    • Funding Source:
    • Progress: Underway


    Questions?

    • Ask your questions about the 47 Avenue project here!
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