Monday, March 2, 2026
The Government of Ontario has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to design the expansion of Highway 17 from two to four lanes between the Town of Renfrew and Arnprior.
“Expanding Highway 17 will secure a vital trade corridor, fight gridlock and support good-paying jobs during construction,” said Ric Bresee, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Transportation.
The province is twinning 22.5 kilometres of Highway 17 running from Scheel Drive near Arnprior to three kilometres west of Bruce Street near the Town of Renfrew. The first stage of the expansion project was completed in November 2023, when the province finished construction of a new bridge and interchange at Highway 17 and Calabogie Road.
“Today’s announcement is first and foremost about safety for the people who travel this corridor every day, but it is also a powerful investment in the future of the Ottawa Valley. Thank you for the province’s ongoing commitment towards strengthening our communities, supporting economic growth, and ensuring this region remains connected, competitive, and positioned to thrive,” said Warden Jennifer Murphy, County of Renfrew.
Featured image: (County of Renfrew)
