Congested Traffic

Vehicles and/or loads travelling under a single-trip or project permit are subject to a congested-traffic condition when travelling in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

This permit is not valid for vehicles travelling in the directions entering the (GTA) between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., and vehicles travelling in the directions exiting the GTA between the hours of 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in this area: described as being west of Thickson Road (Hwy 401); south of King Road (Hwy 400) or Stouffville Road (Hwy 404); and east of Trafalgar Road (Hwy 401), Hwy 8 (Hwy 403) to junction 403/407ETR/Queen Elizabeth Way.

This permit is not valid for vehicles travelling in the directions exiting the GTA between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., and vehicles travelling in the directions entering the GTA between the hours of 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in this area: described as being west of Whites Road (Hwy 401); south of King Road (Hwy 400) or Stouffville Road (Hwy 404); and east of Hwy 10 (Hwy 401) or Bronte Road (Queen Elizabeth Way).

Before travelling through any construction zone, the permit-holder is responsible for verifying clearances. Road-construction reports can be obtained by visiting Traveller's Information on the MTO website.

Road information can also be obtained by calling the MTO’s inquiry centre at 1-800-268-4686. Cell users can dial 511 (anywhere) toll-free, or (416) 235-4686. A recorded message will provide an update of provincial construction projects.