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Dumfries Avenue Traffic Calming Review

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This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 

City Council approved Dumfries Avenue, between Edna Street and Stirling Avenue North, to be considered for traffic calming. Their decision was based on:

  • Our review of traffic issues on Dumfries Avenue
  • Traffic data
  • A comparison with other roadways
  • Resident concerns

Above is a map of the study area we will review. This includes addresses on Dumfries Avenue as well as other properties that may be affected.

About Traffic Calming

Traffic calming helps reduces the negative effects of traffic on neighborhood streets, communities, and public facilities like parks and schools. We use traffic calming techniques when we cannot address concerns like these any other way:

  • Speeding
  • Collisions
  • Through traffic issues
  • Pedestrian safety
  • General traffic issues

Learn more about types of traffic calming measures on roadways in Kitchener.

About this Review

Before considering which specific traffic calming measures, we do a review. This review includes extensive public engagement. We will share information through this webpage and a public meeting, called a Public Information Center (PIC). You will have the opportunity to share your feedback through online surveys and at the PIC. We will also assess different alternatives based on social, economic and environmental effects.

Read about current traffic conditions on Dumfries Avenue.

Looking for more information?

Please read the Traffic Calming Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) using the tab below. It describes the traffic calming process and different types of traffic calming measures. You can also send us your questions there.

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City Council approved Dumfries Avenue, between Edna Street and Stirling Avenue North, to be considered for traffic calming. Their decision was based on:

  • Our review of traffic issues on Dumfries Avenue
  • Traffic data
  • A comparison with other roadways
  • Resident concerns

Above is a map of the study area we will review. This includes addresses on Dumfries Avenue as well as other properties that may be affected.

About Traffic Calming

Traffic calming helps reduces the negative effects of traffic on neighborhood streets, communities, and public facilities like parks and schools. We use traffic calming techniques when we cannot address concerns like these any other way:

  • Speeding
  • Collisions
  • Through traffic issues
  • Pedestrian safety
  • General traffic issues

Learn more about types of traffic calming measures on roadways in Kitchener.

About this Review

Before considering which specific traffic calming measures, we do a review. This review includes extensive public engagement. We will share information through this webpage and a public meeting, called a Public Information Center (PIC). You will have the opportunity to share your feedback through online surveys and at the PIC. We will also assess different alternatives based on social, economic and environmental effects.

Read about current traffic conditions on Dumfries Avenue.

Looking for more information?

Please read the Traffic Calming Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) using the tab below. It describes the traffic calming process and different types of traffic calming measures. You can also send us your questions there.

Stay Informed

Subscribe for updates and be the first to know about news and information about this project. Add your email to the Stay Informed box on this page and click ‘Subscribe’.


  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Final Survey

    This survey requires that 50% of residents respond, with 60% in support of the preferred plan before work can proceed. Please note that each address will only have one vote.

    To request a paper copy of the survey, please contact Connor Payne at connor.payne@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2200 x7374 (1-866-969-9994)

    This survey will take 5 minutes to fill out. It closes Apr. 3, 2024.

    This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 
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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Preferred Design Feedback Form

    We encourage all neighborhood residents to fill out this form. Your input is key to developing a final design. Later in the process, you will have the chance to vote on whether to implement this design or not. 

    To request a paper copy, please contact Connor Payne at 519-741-2200 x7374 or connor.payne@kitchener.ca

    Survey closes: March 1, 2024

    This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 
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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Traffic Calming Initiation Survey

    Please take our five-minute survey to let us know what you think. 

    At this stage, we are surveying residents to vote on whether or not they would like to see the review initiated. Your feedback is an important first step. To begin the traffic calming study, we need to have support from 25% of affected residents. 

    If we move ahead, there will be a second survey near the end of the traffic calming review. That survey would determine whether there is support to carry out the preferred plan developed by staff and residents. To build the traffic calming measures, half the affected residents must respond and we must have 60% in support of the preferred plan.

    To request a paper copy of the survey, please contact Connor Payne at 519-741-2200 ext. 7374 or by email connor.payne@kitchener.ca

    Survey closes: Dec. 15, 2023

    This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 
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