The City of Martensville has started work on Phase 1 of the Centennial Drive North Upgrade Project, beginning on May 22nd, 2026, with a projected end date of September 1st, 2026. This key infrastructure investment was identified as a priority in the City’s 2026 Budget with partial funding provided through the Canada Community-Building Fund Program.
This project will update a section of Centennial Drive North by replacing aging roadway infrastructure, improving storm drainage capacity, and enhancing safety and accessibility for motorists, pedestrians, nearby residents, and local businesses. During construction, road closures and temporary access routes will be in place to help maintain access for residents, businesses, and emergency services while work is underway.
Schedule & Temporary Access Road
– Full mobilization and water drainage work on the west side of Centennial Drive began on May 22nd, 2026. This phase of work does not require any road closures or traffic detours.
– Construction of the temporary roadway required to maintain access to properties and businesses adjacent to the east side of the Centennial Drive North project is now underway. The temporary roadway (illustrated in red) began construction on May 26th, 2026 and is expected to be completed by June 1st, 2026. Access to businesses from Centennial Drive will be maintained throughout this work.
– Beginning June 1st, 2026, a section of Centennial Drive will be closed and a detour plan will be implemented. Access to businesses adjacent to the Centennial Drive North project area will be maintained via the temporary roadway (illustrated in red) and will be available from the north (heading south) direction only.
– The project is projected to be completed by September 1st, 2026. The construction schedule is dependent on favourable weather and site conditions, and dates or timelines may be adjusted in the event of delays. To help maintain the project schedule, crews will also be working on alternating Saturdays throughout construction. No work will take place on Sundays.
Project Benefits
– Safer and more accessible pedestrian connections, including sidewalks and a future crosswalk.
– Improved and more durable roadway
– Supports future commercial development on both sides of the road
– Better traffic flow and access for motorists (5 lanes wide and a center turning lane)
– Upgraded storm drainage infrastructure including catchbasins and curbing
We appreciate the patience and cooperation of residents, businesses, and motorists as this important infrastructure project progresses. Please continue to follow all posted signage, detour routes, and traffic control measures to help ensure the safety of workers and the public throughout the construction period.
For additional information and project updates, please visit the Current Roadwork Projects page on Martensville.ca, or scan the QR code.
