The Town of Antigonish has awarded the tender for Phase 1 of the Bay Street Project to Dexter Construction for $2,182,315.00 + HST.

Construction will take place from Haley Road to the railway tracks, including upgrades to water and sewer systems, asphalt paving, curbs, sidewalks, and the addition of an Active Transportation Trail. A jack-and-bore operation will be completed under the rail line, and communication utility infrastructure will be relocated to a new pole line. Work is scheduled for completion by December 31.

This project supports the Town’s 2025 Strategic Plan, which identifies asset management and infrastructure renewal as top priorities. These improvements are crucial for maintaining reliable municipal services and fostering community growth.The Bay Street upgrades also reflect the Town’s commitment to building safer, more accessible routes and ensuring long-term sustainability of public infrastructure.

The Town is working to minimize traffic disruption during construction and ensure that emergency access, including routes to the hospital, is maintained.

For more information and ongoing updates, visit the Bay Street Capital Project Page