Hwy 17 (Wawa to White River) CLOSED

Aug 11, 2026 at 08:37

Traffic control at scene is allowing the backed up traffic to go past the scene.

Aug 11, 2026 at 07:46

Ledcorp employees are currently manning a barricade at the intersection of Hwy 17/Hwy 101 preventing any traffic from going north on Highway 17.

Aug 11, 2026 at 07:34

 

Highway 17 is closed at this time due to a single vehicle collision 26km (MM995) north of Wawa.

Just before 7 a.m. a southbound Ontario Northland bus left the roadway and landed on its side in the northbound ditch. All were able to exit the vehicle, with some being transported to the Lady Dunn Health Centre in Wawa by EMS. Wawa Fire, EMS, SE OPP, WAVS and the Municipality are all assisting in supporting the individuals affected by this event.

ON 511 reported the highway closed from Wawa to White River at 7:36 a.m.

Wawa-news anticipates that the highway will be closed for a time as the bus will need to be removed.