King and Church Intersection Closure Begins, Lasting Until Fall

Commuters and drivers in Downtown Toronto are in for a long detour. The busy intersection at King Street East and Church Street officially closed to all traffic starting Monday, June 3, and will remain shut down until mid-September.

Why the King and Church Intersection Closure Is Happening

This closure is part of a major city and TTC project to replace infrastructure that’s over 80 years old. The work includes new streetcar tracks, improved road surfacing, and upgraded water and sewer systems beneath the intersection. City officials say the full closure is necessary to complete the job safely and quickly.

How It Affects Traffic and TTC Riders

This closure impacts everyone: pedestrians, drivers, cyclists, and public transit users. King Street is closed from Jarvis Street to Yonge Street, and Church Street is blocked between Adelaide Street and Front Street. TTC streetcars are being diverted, and shuttle buses are running to replace affected routes. Commuters should allow extra time and check the TTC website for updated schedules.

Business and Pedestrian Access During the Closure

Local businesses remain open, and pedestrian access is still available via temporary walkways. The city is installing signage to help customers navigate the area. Officials are also working with business owners to minimize the disruption.

What Happens After This Phase Ends?

Once work at King and Church is completed, crews will move westward toward Victoria Street. This is part of a larger TTC effort to modernize the streetcar network across the city—similar to recent work at Broadview and Gerrard. These upgrades aim to reduce future maintenance needs and keep Toronto’s streetcars running smoothly.

The City of Toronto encourages all commuters to plan ahead and stay informed by visiting the City of Toronto Construction Notices and TTC Service Alerts pages for the latest updates.