From the Beehive E88: Major Sewer Upgrade at First & Wellington – What You Need to Know!

Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development is back, bringing you an important update from First and Wellington with Dan Koppert from the City of St. Thomas.

What's Happening?
Starting Monday, March 10th, a major sewer upgrade will begin on First Avenue between Wellington and Talbot. The existing 675mm pipe will be replaced with a larger 825mm pipe to double capacity to support community growth.

How Long Will It Take?
The project kicks off March 10th and is expected to wrap up by June (weather permitting).

Will Businesses Stay Open?
Yes! All local businesses will remain open, though access may be limited, and alternate access off Talbot for businesses at the North point of the project. At the South point, businesses have alternate access off Wellington.

Please continue to support them during construction! Shout out to the impacted businesses. We know this is an inconvenience, but crews will be hard at work getting the job done as efficiently as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Talbot Access:
Mission Thrift St. Thomas
The Chiropractic Clinic

Steele St. Access:
First Ave Family Medical

Mary St. Access:
Woody's Body Shop

Wellington Access:
Geerlinks Home Hardware
Purity Diamonds
St. Thomas Nails & Spa
Boxcar Donuts
First Ave Pharmacy
The Wine Makers
Hearing Life St. Thomas
HCR Personnel and Staffing
CAA Store

Stay Informed – Watch the full video to learn how the city will manage sewer flows, keep construction on track, and maintain business access.