Good Roads

Good Roads Representing the infrastructure interests of municipalities through advocacy, consultation, training, events and service delivery. Welcome to Good Roads.

For 128 years, the Ontario Good Roads Association – now
simply “Good Roads” – has been dedicated to improving
municipal roads and associated infrastructure in Ontario. Today, Good Roads has more than 450 municipal and First
Nations members. We exist to connect our members to each other, to other levels
of government, to academia and to relevant private sector
interests. We provide our members with

training, knowledge, political
advocacy, and solutions to their most pressing problems. This
work is important because the management of roads and
transportation are changing faster than ever.

The results are in.CAA has released its 2026 Worst Roads rankings, highlighting roads that Ontarians say need improvemen...
06/04/2026

The results are in.

CAA has released its 2026 Worst Roads rankings, highlighting roads that Ontarians say need improvements for safety, mobility and reliability.

Is your municipal road on the list?

Take a look at the provincial and regional results: https://www.caasco.com/about-us/corporate-news/spotlight?spotlights=11687

Read CAA's latest news and media release: auto, safe driving, insurance, travel, government relations, community involvement, and more.

We're excited to be attending the AORS Trade Show!The Good Roads Education Team is looking forward to connecting with mu...
06/03/2026

We're excited to be attending the AORS Trade Show!

The Good Roads Education Team is looking forward to connecting with municipal leaders, public works professionals, and industry partners from across Ontario. Stop by and discover how our courses, schools, and certification programs are helping strengthen the future of municipal infrastructure.

Come say hello—we'd love to hear about your training needs and professional development goals.

Mark your calendars for the 2027 Good Roads Conference—Ontario's premier event for municipal infrastructure, transportat...
06/02/2026

Mark your calendars for the 2027 Good Roads Conference—Ontario's premier event for municipal infrastructure, transportation, public works, and road safety professionals.

Join thousands of industry leaders, municipal decision-makers, and innovators for three days of learning, networking, and discovering what's next for our communities.

More details, speakers, and registration information coming soon.
https://goodroads.ca/conference/

Could you identify a road safety risk before it causes a crash?Watch road safety expert Kenn Beer explain how Road Safet...
06/01/2026

Could you identify a road safety risk before it causes a crash?

Watch road safety expert Kenn Beer explain how Road Safety Audits help create safer roads for everyone.

Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2vefQ35ZN0

Road Safety School returns October 6-9 in Oakville. Registration is now open! Join municipal professionals from across Ontario for practical, hands-on road safety training. https://goodroads.ca/roadsafetyschool/

Road Safety Auditing (RSA) has emerged internationally as a vital t...

Get winter-ready with Good Roads Snow School From snow and ice control techniques to salt management, GPS/AVL systems, a...
05/29/2026

Get winter-ready with Good Roads Snow School

From snow and ice control techniques to salt management, GPS/AVL systems, and MMS compliance, this 3-day intensive course gives municipal winter maintenance professionals the tools to keep roads safe, efficient, and operational all season long.

September 21–23, 2026
Barrie, ON

Spaces are filling quickly, register now: https://goodroads.ca/courses/snow-school/

National Public Works Week is an opportunity to recognize the people and services that keep our communities safe, connec...
05/20/2026

National Public Works Week is an opportunity to recognize the people and services that keep our communities safe, connected, and functioning every day.

From roads and bridges to water, wastewater, and winter maintenance operations, public works professionals play an essential role in community life across Ontario.

How is your municipality or organization celebrating National Public Works Week? We’d love to see your events, staff recognition, equipment displays, and community outreach initiatives—share your photos and stories in the comments.

Bring expert municipal training directly to your team with Good Roads Contract Courses. Save time, reduce travel costs, ...
05/19/2026

Bring expert municipal training directly to your team with Good Roads Contract Courses.

Save time, reduce travel costs, and equip your staff with industry-leading education delivered right at your municipality.

To learn more and request a list of available courses, contact Cherry at [email protected]

As Canadians head out to enjoy the long weekend, Good Roads is reminding everyone to make road safety a priority.Whether...
05/15/2026

As Canadians head out to enjoy the long weekend, Good Roads is reminding everyone to make road safety a priority.

Whether you're travelling to the cottage, visiting family, or exploring Ontario, take your time, stay alert, and drive responsibly.

Every safe trip helps keep our communities connected. From all of us at Good Roads, have a safe and enjoyable long weekend.

Turn Data Into Safer Roads.New for 2026, Good Roads’ Traffic Safety Analytics course gives municipal professionals the t...
05/14/2026

Turn Data Into Safer Roads.

New for 2026, Good Roads’ Traffic Safety Analytics course gives municipal professionals the tools to transform collision and traffic data into meaningful road safety action.

Learn how to identify high-risk locations, prioritize interventions, measure outcomes, and use data to support smarter infrastructure and operational decisions.

October 6–9 | Holiday Inn, Oakville, ON
Part of Good Roads’ Road Safety School

As municipalities continue moving toward evidence-based decision-making and Vision Zero strategies, understanding traffic safety analytics is becoming essential for transportation professionals.

This course is ideal for engineers, planners, public works professionals, and anyone responsible for improving roadway safety in their community.

Learn more and register:

https://goodroads.ca/courses/road-safety-school-traffic-safety-analytics/
https://goodroads.ca/roadsafetyschool/

Roadside Safety Is More Than a Barrier — It’s a Lifesaving System.Good Roads’ new Road Safety Barriers course explores m...
05/13/2026

Roadside Safety Is More Than a Barrier — It’s a Lifesaving System.

Good Roads’ new Road Safety Barriers course explores modern approaches to barrier design, implementation, and roadside safety strategies for municipal and transportation professionals.

This specialized training examines how barriers can reduce crash severity, protect vulnerable road users, and improve overall roadway safety outcomes.

October 6–9 | Holiday Inn, Oakville, ON
Part of Good Roads’ Road Safety School

As roadway design standards evolve, understanding when, where, and how barriers should be used is becoming increasingly critical for municipalities.

Learn more and register:
https://goodroads.ca/courses/road-safety-school-barriers/
https://goodroads.ca/roadsafetyschool/

Address

1525 Cornwall Road
Oakville, ON
L6J0B2

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12892916472

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