Ontario to Increase Speed Limit on Nearly 90% of Highways by Sept. 2026

What’s Happening?

Ontario announced on June 24, 2026 that it plans to increase the speed limit on approximately 89% of provincial highways to 110 km/hour by the end of September.

“Starting June 26, [we’ll] begin increasing the speed limit to 110 km/hour on sections of Highways 401 and 416 in eastern Ontario, followed by sections on other highways,” the province said in a news release.

The Ford government claims the change could save drivers:

• Nearly 20 minutes travelling from Sarnia to Toronto
• Nearly 30 minutes travelling from Toronto to Ottawa

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a car accident in Ontario, you should:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed appropriately when passing emergency vehicles.
3. Remain vigilant when travelling past the accident area.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Ontario

If you’re injured in a car accident in Ontario — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under the province’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to an Ontario personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.