The lights have been switched on at the busy intersection of Big Bay Point Road and 20th Sideroad in Innisfil. The new traffic signals are now in full operation, marking a permanent change in the area that has drawn growing concern from residents. Town officials previously stated that the decision for the project came after numerous complaints about heavy traffic and a noticeable increase in collisions at the intersection. Situated along the border between Barrie and Innisfil, this is a big safety upgrade for one of the area’s busiest crossroads that serves as a key route for drivers traveling between the city and Friday Harbour Resort. It is just one step in a nearly $200,000 reconstruction project that will bring new turn lanes, road widening, and a multi-use path to the corridor, with completion expected by 2028. Officials say the new signals aim to improve traffic flow, reduce the risk of collisions, and provide a safer experience in the community for both drivers and pedestrians.
