Prince Edward Island launching a traffic route planner for road construction season

Vehicles are pictured on a rural road in Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island is launching an online resource to help drivers plan their routes as the weather warms, traffic increases and the busy road construction season begins.

“Stay in the Loop, Plan Your Route” will keep motorists up to date on road and bridge construction by county, said a Wednesday news release. The resource includes access to free planning tools, instructional videos and useful information about road and safety projects.

“Offering clear, timely information supports Islanders, businesses and visitors, providing the certainty and predictability they need to plan effectively,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Ernie Hudson. “We want to minimize disruptions, increase smoother commutes, and support an effective and safe road system for everyone.”

Information will also be available at Access PEI locations.

Prince Edward Island’s road construction season typically begins during the May long weekend and continues to early November. The province said weather and a porous sandstone road base restrict heavy equipment use during certain times of year.

The province preplans construction to minimize disruptions, said the release.

Residents and visitors can visit the Prince Edward Island website for information about upcoming construction projects and subscribe to receive travel advisories.

For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.