Category: Construction

Construction, Hurontario LRT, Light Rail Transit, Metrolinx News

Changes coming to south Mississauga intersection as part of Hurontario LRT utility work

A new traffic configuration, also known as a traffic flip, is happening in south Mississauga between Lakeshore Road East and the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW). Here’s how it will impact drivers and pedestrians in the area. Work is progressing for the future Hurontario light rail transit (LRT) line. As part of that work, construction crews will be changing the way traffic flows along Hurontario Street … Continue reading Changes coming to south Mississauga intersection as part of Hurontario LRT utility work

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Construction, Hurontario LRT, Light Rail Transit, Metrolinx News

Guideway construction is well underway along sections of the Hazel McCallion LRT 

Laying tracks is a pivotal part of construction for the Hazel McCallion LRT (also known as Hurontario LRT), connecting Brampton and Mississauga. Crews are now busy constructing the guideway – the bed for the tracks. Read on to learn more about how this work is coming along.  Guideway construction along Hurontario Street is in the works.  This marks an important step for the light rail … Continue reading Guideway construction is well underway along sections of the Hazel McCallion LRT 

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Construction, Eglinton Crosstown, Metrolinx News, Toronto

Road-level paving is underway at the east end of the Eglinton Crosstown – plus more progress at three underground stations

Construction on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is making progress, including paving on the surface-level section of the line. Take a look at some photos of Mount Pleasant, Forest Hill and Leaside stations. The Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has recently made several advances – both on the underground and above ground sections of the line. Out of the total 19 km that the … Continue reading Road-level paving is underway at the east end of the Eglinton Crosstown – plus more progress at three underground stations

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Construction, Finch West LRT, Metrolinx News, Toronto

Finch West LRT update – Multi-use tunnel construction now underway at Highway 400

While crews continue to build a new transit line along Finch West Avenue in Toronto, the team is also making improvements for pedestrians and cyclists. A new tunnel near the Highway 400 on-ramp will make it safer and easier for people to get around. Building community connections is a key objective of the Finch West light rail transit (LRT) project. The new light rail line … Continue reading Finch West LRT update – Multi-use tunnel construction now underway at Highway 400

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Construction, GO expansion, Metrolinx News, Toronto, Union Station

Improvements continue at Toronto’s iconic transit hub as part of the Union Station Enhancement Project

Work on the Union Station Enhancement Project (USEP) is in full swing. Metrolinx News dives into what’s on the horizon for this transformative project, which will help prepare Union Station for increased GO service levels planned as part of the GO Expansion program. Keep reading to find out more about the progress that’s been made. If you frequent Union Station, you’ve likely noticed that GO … Continue reading Improvements continue at Toronto’s iconic transit hub as part of the Union Station Enhancement Project

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Construction, Hurontario LRT, News

Verona System construction for the Hazel McCallion LRT is a first in Canadian soil

Port Credit GO Station will be an important hub for passengers connecting between the new Hazel McCallion LRT (previously known as Hurontario LRT) and the existing Lakeshore West Line. By installing what’s known as a ‘push box’, it will create a space for the LRT line under the GO Train tracks – while keeping the GO Trains running above – is an exciting engineering challenge. … Continue reading Verona System construction for the Hazel McCallion LRT is a first in Canadian soil

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Construction, Hurontario LRT, Metrolinx News

Hurontario LRT update – What’s under those orange construction blankets?

Have you ever seen large orange coverings at constructions sites during the winter? Find out what they’re for and how they’re being used on the Hurontario LRT project in Peel Region. Even as the snow falls and temperatures plunge, transit building continues. But sometimes it requires a little extra warmth. If you are driving along Hurontario Street and wonder what those orange tarps are for … Continue reading Hurontario LRT update – What’s under those orange construction blankets?

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Barrie, Construction, GO expansion, GO Transit, Metrolinx News

Construction starts at Bradford GO Station

Metrolinx is making improvements at the Bradford GO Station – one of the Barrie GO Line’s busiest stations. The first phase of the project has kicked off and will bring improved parking, station access, are more. Here’s a look at the changes in store for Bradford GO. Construction is officially underway at Bradford GO Station to improve the parking lot and bus-loop. As part of … Continue reading Construction starts at Bradford GO Station

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Construction, Finch West LRT, Metrolinx News, Toronto

Upcoming road closures in Etobicoke to accommodate Finch West LRT construction

The Finch West Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has continued to make great strides. With a significant amount of work completed in 2021. This year will bring its own set of milestones. Like all construction projects, there are some disruptions that come along with building a brand-new transit line – in this case we’re talking about road closures. Find out what roads will be closed … Continue reading Upcoming road closures in Etobicoke to accommodate Finch West LRT construction

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