Elizabeth Avenue Shared Use Path and Road Improvements

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Map of Elizabeth Ave Reconstruction and Shared Use Path Project - Phase 1 and Phase 2

A portion of Elizabeth Avenue is being reconstructed, from its intersection with Bonaventure Avenue to its intersection with Freshwater Road, adding a shared use path between Bonaventure Avenue and Paton Street. The shared-use-path will run along the north side of the street. The addition of a shared use path creates an active transportation network to allow people of all ages and abilities to safely get where they need to go, using whichever mode of active transportation they choose. It will also improve road safety as the existing driving lanes will be reconstructed, while traffic signal control will be added at the Elizabeth Avenue/Newtown Road intersection to address safety concerns and allow pedestrian crossings on all intersection approaches. The crosswalk at the Elizabeth Avenue/Whiteway Street and intersection will be upgraded.

Check out the detailed visuals in the document library.

The City is prioritizing projects that help create a comprehensive active transportation network and where work can be completed during planned rehabilitation and construction within other infrastructure projects. By piggy-backing on roads rehab to upgrade active transportation along Elizabeth Avenue, we will reduce overall cost and avoid future tear up (cost avoidance).

Council approved the Bike Master Plan in 2019. Its vision is to create “a safe, inclusive, and convenient cycling network that is well-connected, attractive and reflective of the City’s unique topography and climate. As part of an integrated mobility network, this is supported by policies and programs that promote a cycling friendly culture.” (Bike Master Plan, 2019)

Work is planned for the following sections:

  • 2023: Bonaventure Avenue to Westerland Road
  • 2024: Westerland Road to Freshwater Road

The active transportation path will ultimately connect to Kelly’s Brook Shared-use Path to create an east-west cycling network.


A portion of Elizabeth Avenue is being reconstructed, from its intersection with Bonaventure Avenue to its intersection with Freshwater Road, adding a shared use path between Bonaventure Avenue and Paton Street. The shared-use-path will run along the north side of the street. The addition of a shared use path creates an active transportation network to allow people of all ages and abilities to safely get where they need to go, using whichever mode of active transportation they choose. It will also improve road safety as the existing driving lanes will be reconstructed, while traffic signal control will be added at the Elizabeth Avenue/Newtown Road intersection to address safety concerns and allow pedestrian crossings on all intersection approaches. The crosswalk at the Elizabeth Avenue/Whiteway Street and intersection will be upgraded.

Check out the detailed visuals in the document library.

The City is prioritizing projects that help create a comprehensive active transportation network and where work can be completed during planned rehabilitation and construction within other infrastructure projects. By piggy-backing on roads rehab to upgrade active transportation along Elizabeth Avenue, we will reduce overall cost and avoid future tear up (cost avoidance).

Council approved the Bike Master Plan in 2019. Its vision is to create “a safe, inclusive, and convenient cycling network that is well-connected, attractive and reflective of the City’s unique topography and climate. As part of an integrated mobility network, this is supported by policies and programs that promote a cycling friendly culture.” (Bike Master Plan, 2019)

Work is planned for the following sections:

  • 2023: Bonaventure Avenue to Westerland Road
  • 2024: Westerland Road to Freshwater Road

The active transportation path will ultimately connect to Kelly’s Brook Shared-use Path to create an east-west cycling network.


  • Detour on Elizabeth Avenue from Whiteway Street to Rodney Street will be lifted on December 22

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    The detour on Elizabeth Avenue from Whiteway Street to Rodney Street will be lifted on December 22. Construction in this area has now concluded for the winter. We will share more information on the construction schedule and related impact for 2024 in the spring.

  • Updated: Elizabeth Avenue Road Closure (Whiteway Street to Rodney Street)

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    Motorists are advised of a change in location of a road closure impacting Elizabeth Avenue. Elizabeth Avenue from Whiteway Street to Rodney Street will be restricted to local traffic only starting Monday, November 6, 2023. Elizabeth Ave from Rodney Street to Allandale/Bonaventure Avenue has reopened to traffic.

    A detour will be in place to direct traffic along Whiteway Street and Rodney Street, or Allandale Rd, Prince Philip Dr and Westerland Rd. Local traffic will not be able to turn left onto Elizabeth Ave from Westerland Rd.

    Signage will be in place and flag persons will be on site. Motorists may experience delays and are encouraged to use an alternate route if possible.

    The road closure is required to complete street rehabilitation and develop a shared-use path. To learn more about this multi-year construction project, please visit EngageStJohns.ca. This is an interactive webpage that will provide updates on the project schedule, allows users to ask questions and review questions posted by others.

    The City of St. John’s apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, contact Access St. John’s by calling 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489), via the app 311 St. John’s, or by email access@stjohns.ca.


  • Road Closure - Elizabeth Ave (Newtown Road to Allandale Rd/Bonaventure Ave)

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    Motorists are advised that a portion of Elizabeth Ave (Newtown Road to Allandale Rd/Bonaventure Ave) will be restricted to local traffic only starting Monday, August 21, 2023. A detour will be in place to direct traffic along Bonaventure Ave, Whiteway Street and Newtown Road, or Allandale Rd, Prince Philip Drive and Westerland Rd. Local traffic will not be able to turn left onto Elizabeth Ave from Bonaventure Ave.

    Signage will be in place and flag persons will be on site. Motorists may experience delays and are encouraged to use an alternate route if possible.

    The City of St. John’s apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, contact Access St. John’s by calling 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489), via the app 311 St. John’s, or by email access@stjohns.ca.

  • Construction Beginning on Elizabeth Avenue

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    Construction is beginning on Elizabeth Avenue on Monday, August 7 and will continue until November 30, 2023.

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