North Runway Modernization Program
YVR’s North Runway has returned to full service. Paving and major improvements work that took place from April 2025 through October 2025 is now complete, on time. Thank you to our airport community and contract partners for their support through this program.
Built in the 1990s, YVR's North Runway required upgrades to ensure the longevity and resilience of this critical piece of airport infrastructure.
The North Runway Program included:
- A complete asphalt overlay of the runway and connecting taxiways
- Drainage improvements
- Electrical improvements
- New LED lighting along the runway edge
This unique program saw YVR upgrade the runway during the nightly closure period, while it remained fully operational during the day.
Paving and major improvements work under the North Runway Program are complete.
Watch our video series to learn more about how we delivered the upgrades to our North Runway and why these upgrades are important for our community and the economy that supports it below.
Visit www.yvr.ca/northrunway for more information about the program.