Ontario Approves $45M to Upgrade County Road 49 in Prince Edward County

Ontario approves $45M to upgrade County Road 49 in Prince Edward County

After decades of decay and neglect, a vital main roadway linking Prince Edward County to the mainland is finally in line for a major multi-million-dollar overhaul.

Funding announced for rehabilitation of County Road 49 in Prince Edward County

The Government of Ontario announced it is funding the rehabilitation of County Road 49 between Picton and the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge in Prince Edward County, supporting the repair and upgrade of 18.4 kilometres of roadway. The project will include repaving the road surface, new culverts and guiderail improvements. “Our government is protecting Ontario by making historic investments in highway infrastructure to improve road safety and streng…

Ontario - Province Rebuilding County Road 49 in Prince Edward County

The Ontario government is funding the rehabilitation of County Road 49 between Picton and the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge in Prince Edward County, supporting the repair and upgrade of 18.4 kilome. . .

NDP: Rebuilding of Highway 49 is long overdue

Language English News Content: NDP: Rebuilding of Highway 49 is long overdue   QUEEN’S PARK — Ontario NDP Shadow Minister for Transportation and Infrastructure Jennifer French (Oshawa) welcomes the Ford government’s long overdue rebuild of Prince Edward County Road 49:   “People in the community have long been concerned about safety on County Road 49,” said French. “After meeting with local leadership and writing to Doug Ford, I’m glad that the…

Bay of Quinte MP Chris Malette welcomes funding news on County Road 49

Statement from MP Chris Malette: “I am pleased to hear today’s announcement by the Government of Ontario to fund the long-awaited reconstruction of County Road 49. County Road 49 is more than a roadway—it is a vital gateway into Prince Edward County for residents, businesses and the many visitors who support our local economy. Rehabilitating this corridor will help protect and strengthen key economic drivers in our region, including industry, ag…

'A magic carpet ride eventually': $45M funding announced to rebuild County Road 49 in Prince Edward County

(Kingston, Ontario) Prince Edward County's infamous County Road 49 finally has funding for a long-awaited face lift, thanks to a $45 million investment from the Ontario government.