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The City Council ratified the Economic Program and Vitality and Employment Program
In its meeting on August 24, following a vote, the Vantaa City Council ratified two strategic programs for the strategy period 2026–2029: the Economic Program and the Vitality and Employment Program. In addition, the Council ratified Vantaa's new voting districts as of January 1, 2027. The number of
Keihästie closed to vehicle traffic at the intersection with Länsimäentie from 28 September to 9 October 2026
Keihästie closed to vehicle traffic at the intersection with Länsimäentie from 28 September to 9 October 2026
Vantaa launches Finland’s first municipal IB pathway from early childhood education to upper secondary education
In August 2026, Vantaa became the first municipality in Finland to offer a continuous International Baccalaureate (IB) program starting from early childhood education through to upper secondary education. The pilot program began at Pakkala Y.E.S. Daycare Center, providing an English-language
Vantaa Light Rail makes use of deadwood and forest floor material as nature and construction are reconciled
Construction inevitably changes the environment, but biodiversity can be supported in many ways, even in major infrastructure projects. At the Vantaa Light Rail construction site on Rivieranraitti, taking nature into account is reflected, for example, in leaving deadwood in the area’s natural
Noisy Drilling and Rock Excavation Works to Begin on Rivieranraitio
Rock and stone drilling as well as rock excavation works will begin in September along the future tramway street connection on the Rivieranraitio. The works will cause significant noise in the area. The works are scheduled to start in Week 36.
Changes to pedestrian, cycling and bus stop arrangements on Länsimäentie during week 36
Traffic arrangements on Länsimäentie will change next week in the area around the roundabout at Maratontie and Länsimäentie.
Gas pipeline construction work continues in Heidehof Park – changes to pedestrian routes as work progresses
In addition to the construction of the Vantaa light rail, preparatory and construction works related to gas transmission company Gasgrid’s high-pressure gas pipeline, as well as the construction of a pressure reduction station, will be carried out in the area during weeks 35–46.
New map signs coming to Tikkurila city centre
New wayfinding signs will be installed in Tikkurila city centre this autumn to make it easier to find services and pedestrian routes during the construction of the Vantaa tramway. The signs have been developed together with local residents and businesses.
Construction Works for the Vantaa Light Rail Begin at Ring III Near the Hakunilantie Bridge
Construction of the Vantaa Light Rail project is progressing in the Hakunilantie and Ring III area. The existing Hakunilantie bridge crossing Ring III will be replaced with a new bridge that will accommodate both road traffic and light rail services in the future.
We have opened a new pedestrian route in Tikkurila
Vantaa light rail works are ongoing in Tikkurila. This week, we opened a new pedestrian route in Tikkurila next to the City Hall. Different work phases affect the boundaries of the worksites and the routes through them, and our aim is always to ensure that routes remain as smooth and convenient as