Tracks transformed! The Adelaide Underpass brings London together

Say goodbye to long-standing train-related traffic delays. The Adelaide Underpass is now complete, including the improvements to McMahen Park.

On Saturday, August 9, the community gathered to celebrate this transformational project. The celebration included historical displays, community booths, fun for all ages at the park’s wading pool and playground, along with music and entertainment in partnership with London Arts Council.

The Adelaide Underpass improves mobility in one of the city’s busiest commercial transportation corridors better connecting the Woodfield, Old East Village, and Piccadilly neighbourhoods. The underpass also enhances access to nearby destinations, such as McMahen Park, with new multi-use paths, safer intersections, and improved infrastructure for all modes of transportation.

The City of London would like to thank the community for their engagement and cooperation during construction and the work to complete McMahen Park.

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support provided by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. This project was made possible thanks to these vital partnerships.

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“Infrastructure is the foundation of healthy and prosperous communities. The Government of Canada is proud to have supported the Adelaide Underpass through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream, to transform how Londoners move through their city, making travel safer, faster, and more accessible for everyone. This new underpass is a powerful example of infrastructure that meets real, everyday needs: easing congestion, improving safety, and preparing for future growth.”

- Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and MP for London Centre

“The Adelaide Underpass helps build a more accessible and inclusive city by putting people first whether they walk, bike, drive, or take transit. T oday, we’re removing a long-standing barrier and creating new opportunities for access and connection. I’m thrilled that this project is now complete along Adelaide Street and in McMahen park, creating important infrastructure that will be used for years to come.”

- Arielle Kayabaga, Deputy House Leader of the Government, and MP for London West

“Our government is making historic investments in transportation infrastructure to protect Ontario and keep people moving. The new multi-use paths at the Adelaide underpass have improved safety, accessibility and reliability – and created a new public space Londoners can enjoy together for years to come. This marks a milestone for the City of London and everyone who relies on this corridor.”

- Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and MPP for Elgin-Middlesex-London

“The Adelaide Underpass shows what partnerships across government can accomplish. Together, we’ve built one of London's most transformational infrastructure projects. The underpass has had an immediate impact on traffic in our city, with many Londoners already experiencing an easier daily commute or trip through town, while our latest improvements to McMahen Park are a welcome boost to the neighbourhood. I want to thank both the Government of Canada and Province of Ontario for their support – this project is yet another example of how we're forging strong relationships to deliver for London."

- Mayor Josh Morgan

About the Adelaide Underpass

Londoners have been making use of the underpass since it opened to general traffic in spring of 2024. Work is also now complete in the adjacent McMahen Park, including new gateway features and landscaping. With these finishing touches now complete, the community celebration marks the successful delivery of one of London’s most significant infrastructure projects, replacing a long-problematic at-grade rail crossing on Adelaide Street North impacted by delays, congestion, and safety concerns for Londoners walking, cycling, riding transit and driving, as well as emergency responders.

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