Ontario increases speed limits on major highways
Ontario increases speed limits on major highways
Updated at: June 26, 2026 at 04:00 AM
Starting in June 2026, drivers in Ontario will notice a significant change on the road.
The provincial government is officially raising speed limits from 100 km/h to 110 km/h across a massive portion of the highway network.
By the end of September 2026, nearly 89% of Ontario's provincial highways will feature this higher limit, up from just 43% previously.
Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria notes that these highways were originally built to accommodate higher speeds safely, with modern engineering standards supporting the transition.
The goal is to improve efficiency for commuters and commercial transport, potentially saving drivers significant time on long trips.
For instance, travel between Toronto and Ottawa could be shortened by about 30 minutes.
While the move aligns Ontario with other provinces, it has sparked debate.
