Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project: Underground Electrical Work

January 19, 2026

Construction Update: Underground Electrical Work ⚡

Build Nova Scotia and PCL Construction are completing important underground electrical work near the QEII Halifax Infirmary to bring power to the new Acute Care Tower — a key part of the ongoing hospital redevelopment.

🚧 What to expect
Temporary lane and street closures on and around Robie Street from late January through early April as crews safely install new underground duct banks.

🗓️ Impacted areas
January 19 to February 1: Southbound lane on Robie Street between Cherry Street and Jubilee Road. Northbound lanes on Robie Street between Jubilee Road and Cherry Street will be impacted for a weekend from Friday, January 23 at 6 p.m. to Sunday, January 25 at 6 p.m. Note: Robie Street will remain open.

February 2 to March 8: Southbound Robie Street between Cherry Street and Jubilee Road. Cedar Street between Robie Street and Vernon Street. Robie Street will remain open, while Cedar Street will be closed (open to local traffic only).

March 9 to April 5: Southbound Robie Street between Shirley Street and Cedar Street. Cherry Street between Robie Street and Vernon Street. Robie Street will remain open, while Cherry Street will be closed (open to local traffic only).

Local access for residents, emergency vehicles, and essential services will be maintained where possible. Detours, traffic control, and safety signage will be in place.

We appreciate your patience as this essential infrastructure is completed. Once in place, the new electrical service will support modern, reliable care for patients and families across Nova Scotia.

For updates visit QE2Renew.ca