Halifax is addressing concerns about a "confusing" intersection where Windsor Street, Chebucto Road, and Cunard Street meet, particularly as tourism season increases traffic. Residents report confusion, traffic holdups, and near misses. The Halifax Regional Municipality is aware of the challenges and is looking into both short-term improvements, as part of the AAA cycling network, and longer-term, more significant solutions, with a staff report due to city councillors later this year.
What to do about ‘confusing‘ Halifax intersection? City looking at options
Chebucto RoadJason GilbertCunard StreetHalifaxWindsor StreetNova ScotiaMike Grimbly
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Halifax is addressing concerns about a "confusing" intersection where Windsor Street, Chebucto Road, and Cunard Street meet, particularly as tourism season increases traffic. Residents report confusion, traffic holdups, and near misses. The Halifax Regional Municipality is aware of the challenges and is looking into both short-term improvements, as part of the AAA cycling network, and longer-term, more significant solutions, with a staff report due to city councillors later this year.
- 1 16 years ago: Mike Grimbly started living near the intersection
- 2 Ongoing: New 79-unit apartment building under construction at the corner of Windsor Street and Chebucto Road
- 3 Friday afternoon (July 4, 2025): Halifax Regional Municipality spokesperson Jake Fulton confirmed staff are aware of challenges and working on improvements
- 4 Later this year: Staff report on improvements due to city councillors
- Potential for improved traffic flow and safety at the intersection
- Concerns about increased congestion due to new development before improvements are implemented
What: Halifax city staff are looking into options to improve a confusing intersection.
When: Friday afternoon (July 4, 2025) (spokesperson interview); staff report due later this year.
Where: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, specifically the intersection of Windsor Street, Chebucto Road, and Cunard Street.
Why: The intersection is confusing for many drivers, especially tourists, leading to traffic congestion, holdups, and near misses, with concerns about increased chaos from a new apartment building under construction.
How: Halifax Regional Municipality staff are investigating short-term improvements (part of AAA cycling network) and longer-term, more significant improvements, with a report to city councillors later this year.