Info-Work: Repair Work on Ottawa Walls at Pretoria Bridge

February 3, 2022 – Parks Canada would like to advise that repair work on the east Rideau Canal walls between Pretoria Bridge and Queensway Bridge will begin in early February. Work will include repairs to a section of the wall, coping replacement, railing replacement and repaving of the pathway. Work is expected to conclude in mid-May.

What to expect from February 2022 – May 2022:
• The contractor will be onsite Monday to Friday generally between the hours of 07:00 to 18:00. Construction noise and traffic can be expected during this time.
 

• The pedestrian and cyclist pathway on the east side from Pretoria Bridge to the Queensway Bridge will be temporarily closed and a detour route will be in place. Please exercise caution and follow signage in the area.
 

• The access point to the Rideau Canal Skateway on the east side, just north of Pretoria Bridge will be closed. A temporary alternate access point will be in place south of Pretoria Bridge. 

This infrastructure work is part of the Government of Canada’s Federal Infrastructure Investment program. Parks Canada is leading this important infrastructure work to ensure safe, high-quality experiences for visitors by improving heritage, visitor, waterway, and highway assets located within national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas.

More information:

For questions or concerns, or to receive email updates regarding this project, please contact us at rideau@pc.gc.ca and include “Ottawa Walls at Pretoria Bridge” in the subject heading. For news about this or other infrastructure projects in your area, please visit https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/rideau/visit/infrastructure/ottawa