Support 43 Expansion

County Road 43 Expansion

Expand 43 – North Grenville’s Boulevard

A significant part of the County Road 43 Expansion Project is in its final approval stage but has not been given the green light.

In July 2019 the provincial government approved its cost share as part of a joint funding application to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) submitted by the Municipality of North Grenville and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville to support crucial upgrades to County Road 43.

In order for this phase of the project to proceed, the federal government must approve its cost share so we can begin the crucial expansion and safety upgrades that are required for the regional road.

CR43 Expansion Joint Project:

A joint partnership between the Municipality of North Grenville and the United Counties of Leeds Grenville for this phase will expand approximately 1.15 km of County Road 43 (CR43) to four-lanes with the addition of four roundabouts through the main part of Kemptville and rehabilitate the existing bridge across Kemptville Creek.

A Boulevard expansion of CR43 will incorporate pedestrian and cycling pathways, safe crossings, and proper lighting, as well as trees and a landscaped boulevard.

The complete CR43 Expansion Project will expand approximately 3.1 km of existing roadway to four-lanes, from Colonnade Mall through Kemptville to Somerville Road, and include the twinning of the existing bridge across Kemptville Creek.

Community Support:

With a new federal government elected, now is the time to show strong community support for the expansion of CR43. North Grenville is asking business leaders, community organizations, residents and neighbouring municipalities to show their support for this critical project. We need to send a strong message to Parliament Hill.

How you can support the CR43 expansion:

Sign the Parliamentary Petition
Send a letter to the federal government (LINK coming soon)
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag #Expand43
Display a window decal supporting the CR43 Expansion (available at the Municipal Centre and the NG Public Library)

If you would like a copy of the Parliamentary Petition to display at your local business please send an email to with your request.

Why a Boulevard?

County Road 43 is the major thorough-fare through Kemptville.

The Municipality of North Grenville envisions the road expansion to showcase the community and encourage visitors to explore. A four-lane Boulevard with roundabouts and other pedestrian crossings will allow for improved flow of vehicular traffic, increase safety, and better service active modes of travel for pedestrians and cyclists.

Improved lighting along the Boulevard will increase safety, and the addition of trees will enhance the experience when traveling along the road.

A Boulevard expansion would enhance a healthy, livable and safe community.

Background

Over the past number of years, residential and commercial growth in the Municipality of North Grenville has increased significantly. Based on recent engineering assessments and high traffic volumes, this roadway is beyond the end of its life and requires significant and major reconstruction of the existing 2-lane roadway.

The timing to begin this project is now.

County Road 43 also serves as a major connecting link between the United Counties of Stormont Dundas and Glengarry to the east and the County of Lanark to the west.

It is a major arterial road running through the northern portion of eastern Ontario, and is critical to the economic vitality of this region. It serves the region’s residents, and its commercial, industrial, agricultural and institutional sectors.

The expansion of CR43 in Kemptville would better facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, support growth and development, active transportation, foster economic development, and support a healthy and cohesive environment.

The expansion is critical for many reasons including:

Health and Safety
The traffic along this section of CR43 continues to increase each year and poses a safety issue for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. There are currently no sidewalks, and limited streetlights or safe crossings.
Economic Growth
County Road 43 is a critical part of the municipal infrastructure that serves as a key driver in regional growth. The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville’s Official Plan has planned for a significant portion of its projected growth and employment in the Municipality of North Grenville along this corridor, based upon the expansion being completed as soon as possible.
Infrastructure Investment
Good infrastructure is a key element in any community’s economic development, and this expansion project is a key component of the region’s prosperity. CR43 is beyond the end of its life and requires significant reconstruction of the existing 2-lane roadway. The expansion will reduce current operating costs of maintaining the roadway and bridge.

Financial

The value of this phase of the 43 Expansion Project: $9,999,924

The Municipality of North Grenville and the United Counties of Leeds Grenville applied for this phase of funding through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP), a cost-shared infrastructure funding program between the federal government, province, county and municipality.

Significant funding has been committed by all other levels of government, including municipal, county and provincial. In order for this phase of the CR43 Expansion Project to proceed, the federal government must sign off.

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) – Funding break-down:

Funding Source	% Contribution	Funding
Federal	50.00%	$4,999,962.00
Provincial	33.33%	$3,332,974.67
County and Municipality	16.67%	$1,666,987.33
Total	100.00%	$9,999,924.00

The total estimated cost of the full expansion project is $27 Million. The County is committed to securing the remainder of the balance of the project.

See media releases and updates below:

Thursday, 21 November 2019 17:39

Municipality launches Campaign to Expand CR43

November 21, 2019 NORTH GRENVILLE – The Municipality of North Grenville has launched a public campaign aimed at ensuring federal funding approval for the proposed crucial expansion and safety upgrades to County Road 43 (CR43). The Municipality of North Grenville and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville jointly applied…

County Road 43 Funding Announced

The Municipality of North Grenville is pleased to announce that the Provincial Government has approved a joint funding application submitted by the Municipality and the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville to support crucial upgrades to County Road 43.