New QEII Interchange strengthens trade corridor
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A new interchange on the QEII highway and 65 Avenue in Leduc is now complete, improving a vital trade corridor and fuelling continued investment in the region.
With construction now complete, the interchange connects one of Alberta’s busiest stretches of highway with the Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Funded by Alberta’s government and the City of Leduc, the $122-million interchange provides safer, more efficient connections between the City of Leduc, YEG, key cargo hubs and local businesses. The new overpass also offers an alternative emergency access route to the Alberta Health Services STARS Medivac Base in the event Airport Road is inaccessible.
“This section of the QEII is one of Alberta’s most important trade corridors and a key connector to the Edmonton International Airport. The completion of this new interchange marks a major step forward in improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting the efficient movement of goods and people.”
Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors
The Leduc region is growing faster than many other parts of Alberta, with a population growth of 3.75 per cent year-over-year as of early 2025. This area is a strong driver of economic activity and job creation in the province. Reliable, efficient transportation infrastructure like this new interchange is essential to supporting continued growth while also improving safety and reducing traffic congestion along this vital trade corridor.
“The 65th Avenue Interchange is a game-changer for Leduc and the region. It improves safety, supports local businesses and strengthens our connection to the airport and beyond. Projects like this show our government’s commitment to investing in infrastructure that drives growth and keeps Alberta moving forward.”
Brandon Lunty, MLA for Leduc-Beaumont
The new interchange is expected to deliver major time and cost savings for Alberta’s transportation network. Almost 9,000 trucks travel this stretch of the QEII everyday, and the project is anticipated to save about 1.8 million hours each year for commercial traffic travelling to and from the YEG, along with 6.8 million hours annually for northbound and southbound commercial vehicles on the QEII and Highway 2A. In total, these efficiencies are projected to result in an estimated $211.1 million in annual commercial truck freight cost savings.
“The 65 Avenue and QEII Interchange is a key connection serving our residents, businesses and visitors for generations to come. The interchange strengthens our region’s connectivity and mobility in Leduc, in Alberta, and by extension, the world. Projects on this scale don’t happen alone – we are appreciative of everyone’s contribution in making this interchange a reality.”
Lars Hansen, mayor, City of Leduc
Quick facts
- The QEII and 65 Avenue Interchange was completed on time and on budget and includes:
- A new overpass over the QEII highway adjacent to the existing 50 Street bridge (City of Leduc).
- New southbound on/off ramps from the QEII highway and 65 Avenue, and relocation and improvements to existing ramps for northbound QEII.
- Intersection improvements at 65 Avenue and 50 Street in Leduc.
- Completion of Perimeter Road and 65 Avenue, west of the QEII highway, enabling the City of Leduc and the EIA to connect their internal roadway networks.
- Construction of two roundabouts.
- Three new or modified traffic signals.
- Seven kilometres of multi-use pathways construction.
- Twenty-three lane-kilometres of new roadway.
- Construction on this project is estimated to have supported more than 660 jobs.
Related information
65 Avenue and QEII Highway Interchange (Leduc)