Western Road, Sarnia Road & Philip Aziz Avenue Improvements - London

Official title: Western Road / Sarnia Road / Philip Aziz Avenue Corridor

Open Community Planning Housing & Communities Transportation

London is upgrading roads, sidewalks, and cycling lanes along Western Road, Sarnia Road, and Philip Aziz Avenue near Western University. Construction starts spring 2026 with new watermains, protected bike lanes, and safer pedestrian crossings. The project also includes new storm sewers draining to the Thames River.

Why This Matters

Live near Western University or commute through this area? These changes will affect your daily travel for the next two years. Cyclists get new protected lanes. Pedestrians get safer crossings with more time to cross. Drivers should expect construction delays starting spring 2026.

What Could Change

Western Road gets extended turn lanes and new cycling infrastructure on the east side. Philip Aziz Avenue will be completely rebuilt with bike lanes, new sidewalks, and storm sewers. The intersection at Western and Sarnia gets wider crosswalks and restricted right turns on red. Sarnia Road improvements follow in 2027.

Key Issues

How will construction affect traffic and access during the 2026-2027 work period?
What trees will be removed and how will impacts be managed?
How will the new cycling lanes connect to existing routes?
What are the property impacts for residents along the corridor?

How to Participate

Review the November 2025 presentation for the latest construction plans and tree removal details.
Review the Environmental Study Report and aerial drawings to understand the full scope of changes.
Contact the project team at jbos@london.ca with questions or feedback about the project.

Events

Date	Event	Location	Actions
November 10, 2025	Virtual Public Meeting - November 10, 2025	Virtual

Submit Your Input

Draft Email

Email Template

Dear City of London Project Team,

I am writing regarding the Western Road, Sarnia Road, and Philip Aziz Avenue corridor improvement project.

I [support / have concerns about] this project because:
[Your reason]

How this affects me:
[Your connection to the area - resident, commuter, cyclist, etc.]

My questions or concerns about the construction:
[Your specific questions]

Thoughts on tree removals:
[Your feedback on tree impacts]

Thank you for considering my input.

Sincerely,
[Your name]

Questions Being Asked (3)

What are your concerns about tree removals along the corridor?
How will the construction affect your property or daily travel?
Do you have questions about the updated construction plans?