London to begin installation on new rapid transit shelters next week

A photo of London’s first rapid transit shelter at Ontario Street (northbound) and the newly installed curbside bus-only lanes. (Source: City of London)

Construction on the next stage of London’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system began this afternoon. Nearly a dozen bus shelters will be installed in the coming weeks along completed portions of the route.

It is expected that five will be constructed downtown, five along the East London Link corridor, and some stops on Wellington Street as part of the Wellington Gateway project.

Targeted locations include but are not limited to:

• Ontario Street at King Street (southbound) 
• King Street at Wellington Street 
• Wellington Street at King Street 
• Queens Avenue at Clarence Street 
• Queens Avenue at Ridout Street North 
• King Street at Burwell Street (eastbound and westbound) 
• King Street at Adelaide Street (eastbound and westbound) 
• Wellington Street at Horton Street (northbound and southbound) 

Drivers traveling along King Street and in the downtown area may experience temporary lane closures during the installation process, and some bus stops will be temporarily relocated or removed. Transit users are encouraged to visit the LTC website for the most up to date information.

The new BRT shelters will feature route information, security cameras, enhanced lighting, and tempered glass for added safety and convenience.