Since the pandemic began just over a year ago, Metrolinx has kept everyone updated on actions to limit the spread of the virus and the number of staff who have tested positive for COVID-19, including any efforts to support public health officials in contact tracing. Given the rise in infection, the province this week issued … Continue reading Metrolinx focuses on safety during stay-at-home order
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So you’ve been away from GO Transit during a year of fighting COVID-19 – Counting some of the changes since many riders last got on board
As we eclipse one year since Ontario – along with much of the world – began a battle against the most dangerous pandemic in generations, we thought it was time to break down some other important numbers. As many former GO Transit and UP Express customers begin to anticipate a welcome return to journeys, thanks … Continue reading So you’ve been away from GO Transit during a year of fighting COVID-19 – Counting some of the changes since many riders last got on board
Could you handle a day as a GO Transit bus driver? Here’s what life is like behind that big wheel
Meet GO bus driver, Frances Vasiliou-Dykstra, who started her career with Metrolinx, 22 years ago. Although, a recent injury has temporarily taken her out of the driver’s seat, to mark International Women’s Day, we asked Vasiliou-Dykstra to recount what a typical day driving on Route 47, running between Hamilton and Vaughan, is usually like. As well as … Continue reading Could you handle a day as a GO Transit bus driver? Here’s what life is like behind that big wheel
Bloomington GO Station sees first test vehicles roll in
Signature green trains and a bus have pulled into the emerging Bloomington GO Station for the first time – signalling one of the last phases of construction. Before the first passengers embark on their journeys, the operations and construction teams work together, testing and commissioning all aspects of the station from the track to the … Continue reading Bloomington GO Station sees first test vehicles roll in
More transfer-free rides – Other changes coming to some GO Transit bus routes
Upcoming service changes will see adjustments to most weekday trips on bus routes serving Hwy. 407. GO Transit will be combining most weekday trips on some east-west routes to give customers more transfer-free rides across the region. Here are the details. Schedule improvements are in the works for some GO Transit bus routes. Starting Feb. 13, Metrolinx is adjusting various east-west bus schedules to offer more transfer-free rides across the region, … Continue reading More transfer-free rides – Other changes coming to some GO Transit bus routes
Metrolinx COVID-19 Update for Jan. 20, 2021
Since the pandemic began in March 2020, Metrolinx has kept customers and communities updated throughout the pandemic when it comes to staff who have tested positive for COVID. In the past week, six additional Metrolinx employees have tested positive for COVID-19 and are recovering at home. Out of over 4,300 Metrolinx employees, half of whom … Continue reading Metrolinx COVID-19 Update for Jan. 20, 2021
Metrolinx announces temporary GO Transit and UP Express service adjustments while ridership levels remain low
Service adjustments, including an impact to UP Express service between Toronto Pearson Airport and Union Station, are meant to better align with how people are currently using the transit network. These changes are the latest moves by Metrolinx to adapt to provincial calls to stay put when possible while balancing the need to provide a … Continue reading Metrolinx announces temporary GO Transit and UP Express service adjustments while ridership levels remain low
Kipling Transit Hub reaches another milestone as new amenities open for customers
With major work wrapping up on the Kipling Transit Hub, more amenities are now open for travelers in Toronto’s west end. Customers can now use the pedestrian bridge and underground tunnel. Let’s lead you through the progress. The Kipling Transit Hub is getting close to the finish line. The major Etobicoke transit centre has recently … Continue reading Kipling Transit Hub reaches another milestone as new amenities open for customers
Where did it GO? Mystery of the lesser-known transit logo that disappeared
Some transit riders might have seen it and only a few will remember it, but for a moment, the iconic GO logo looked very different from the one we see today. What happened to the old design? We did some digging to get to the bottom of the logo that was a no GO. “Anyone … Continue reading Where did it GO? Mystery of the lesser-known transit logo that disappeared
Was 2020 a year never to be forgotten? Let’s test your Metrolinx memory
There are things about this past year that many of us would like to just put in the past. But how much of what’s taken place – especially around transit stories you may have read here on Metrolinx News – do you remember? Let’s put your recall to the test in this quick quiz. For … Continue reading Was 2020 a year never to be forgotten? Let’s test your Metrolinx memory