BRAMPTON, Ontario — The Ontario government has begun construction on two new bridges at Highway 10 and Bovaird Drive, marking another major step in developing the future Highway 413 corridor across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Announced on November 13, 2026, the infrastructure project is part of the province’s strategy to reduce traffic congestion, improve transportation connections and strengthen economic activity across Halton, Peel and York regions.
Once completed, Highway 413 is expected to save motorists up to 30 minutes per trip and support approximately 6,000 jobs annually during construction, according to provincial estimates.
New Highway 413 Bridges to Improve Transportation Infrastructure
The two bridges will prepare existing road networks for the future 52-kilometre, 400-series highway connecting major transportation corridors across the GTA.
At Highway 10, construction crews will build a bridge over the planned highway alignment.
Work at Bovaird Drive will involve constructing another bridge, widening the existing roadway and establishing a grade separation between Heritage Road and Mississauga Road. These improvements will also accommodate a future Highway 413 interchange.
Bot Construction Limited has been awarded the contract to complete both bridge projects.
Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria said the investment represents an important milestone in addressing regional congestion.
“Gridlock is costing our economy billions of dollars every year, and keeping drivers from spending precious time with family and friends” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation. “With construction now underway on two new bridges, we’re making real progress to build Highway 413 and get people and goods moving faster across the GTA. We’re building the infrastructure our growing communities need to support a stronger, more competitive and self-reliant economy.”
Highway 413 Expansion to Connect Major GTA Routes
Highway 413 will extend from Highway 400 in the east to the Highway 401/407 ETR interchange in the west.
The proposed corridor will include 11 interchanges at municipal roads and connections to Highways 410 and 427.
Ontario has also issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design and construction of the highway’s eastern section, extending from Highway 400 to west of The Gord Road.
The procurement includes extending Highway 427 north from Major Mackenzie Drive to Highway 413.
Supporting Brampton’s Growing Population and Business Community
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown welcomed the start of construction, highlighting the importance of additional transportation capacity for residents and businesses.
“Starting construction at Bovaird Drive is an important step for Brampton, especially for residents in our growing west end who know how much time traffic can take out of their day. Highway 413 will give Brampton commuters another route and help local businesses move goods more reliably across the GTA. Thank you to Premier Doug Ford and Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria for getting shovels in the ground and investing in the transportation infrastructure Brampton needs as we grow.”
The project is expected to provide an additional route for commercial transportation, potentially improving freight movement and connections between businesses throughout the region.
Construction Industry and Business Leaders Welcome Investment
Industry representatives say Highway 413 could support construction employment and improve long-term economic competitiveness.
Nadia Todorova, Executive Director of the Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario, said:
“RCCAO welcomes the start of construction on two Highway 413 underpasses at Highway 10 and Bovaird Drive. We have consistently advocated for the continued advancement of Highway 413, which will help relieve congestion across the region and improve transportation capacity for commuters and commercial vehicles. Investments like this are critical to supporting regional growth, creating good-paying construction jobs and ensuring the efficient movement of people and goods.”
Jack Oliveira, Business Manager of LiUNA Local 183, emphasized the employment opportunities associated with the project.
“When we invest in infrastructure, we invest in workers, families, and communities. Moving Highway 413 forward means more jobs for our members and more opportunities for Ontario’s skilled workforce.”
Ontario Investing $31 Billion in Transportation Infrastructure
The bridge construction forms part of Ontario’s broader $31-billion commitment to building, repairing and expanding highways, roads and bridges across the province.
The government maintains that Highway 413 will help accommodate population growth, improve transportation reliability and support regional economic development.
With preliminary bridge construction underway and procurement advancing on additional sections, Highway 413 is moving through another stage of development. Its eventual transportation and economic benefits will depend on the completion of the broader corridor and its integration with existing GTA highways.
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