[OTA in Winnipeg]

Originally Posted by DavefromSt.Vital

The more recent 2017-2021 document has the twinning to Kenora project as "Planned", with completion moved from 2020 to "Beyond 2021". It is not happening anytime soon.

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/hig...-2017-2021.pdf

The premier also spoke about the long-awaited four-lane expansion of Highway 17 west of Kenora to the Manitoba border. It has been on the books since 2009, but recently had its completion date moved to “beyond 2021” in the annual Northern Highways Program report.

Wynne said there is still a need to deal with the correct corridor placement and design issues, and she recommitted to keeping the project going with Chief Erwin Redsky of Shoal Lake 40 and Chief Gerald Lewis of Shoal Lake 39.

“I want to see this project go forward. I’ve driven that section of highway and I know it’s absolutely necessary,” said Wynne. “I also know it’s a project that can enhance the economic development in the region and I certainly heard that from the mayor of Kenora.”

Canfield said in his meeting with Wynne, they discussed infrastructure issues such as the Highway 17 expansion and spoke briefly on the All-Nations Hospital to “keep it on the radar.”

http://www.kenoradailyminerandnews.c...d-ring-of-fire