Upcoming Public Information Sessions for Parks Canada Infrastructure Projects in Peterborough

Peterborough, ON – Parks Canada is hosting two Public Information Sessions on several major infrastructure projects taking place along the Trent–Severn Waterway National Historic Site in Peterborough. 

Parks Canada has stated that contractors are currently on site and work will soon begin on coordinated, multi-year projects that include the rehabilitation of the Peterborough Earth Dams, repairs and maintenance to the Peterborough Lift Lock, and the replacement of the Maria Street Swing Bridge. These projects are being led by Parks Canada. 

The Public Information Sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the projects, including construction phases, timelines, anticipated impacts, mitigation measures, and the long-term benefits they will bring to the community. Representatives from Parks Canada will present project information and be available to answer questions. 

The same information will be presented at two sessions: 

Virtual Public Information Session 
Monday, March 23, 2026 
7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 

In-Person Public Information Session 
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 
7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 
Peterborough Lions Club, 347 Burnham St. 

Residents can register for either session by emailing Parks Canada at trentsevern@pc.gc.ca.  

Additional information about these projects is available on the Parks Canada website.  

Residents can also sign up for project updates by emailing trentsevern@pc.gc.ca and including “Peterborough Canal Projects” in the subject line. 

Parks Canada is undertaking these projects to help ensure public safety and support the long-term stewardship of the Trent–Severn Waterway National Historic Site, preserving this important historic canal corridor for future generations.