Here are more details on some of the projects being tackled during the rare stoppage of weekend GO service on the important line. If you’re already making plans to hop on the Lakeshore East line this weekend, we’re going to have to stop – or at least reroute – you, right there. Metrolinx will shut … Continue reading VIDEO: Why Metrolinx is preparing to shut down regular commuter GO train service on Lakeshore East this upcoming weekend (Oct. 26-27)
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In a rare move, Metrolinx shuts down all regular commuter GO train service on Lakeshore East Line for the weekend of Oct. 26-27
Major projects planned for the corridor during two days with no regular GO trains running on this important corridor. It’s a remarkable pause enabling a major push for work on the Lakeshore East Line. On the weekend of Oct. 26-27, Metrolinx will shut down the entire corridor for most rail traffic, in order to complete … Continue reading In a rare move, Metrolinx shuts down all regular commuter GO train service on Lakeshore East Line for the weekend of Oct. 26-27
An important rail line gets its due – Stouffville sees advances in installation of second track
A transit route that predates British Columbia’s entrance into Confederation is seeing fresh new rail stretching almost 15 kilometres. That sets the groundwork for important changes for thousands of passengers who daily count on the line. A line that stretches back further than our current map of Canada has now been shifted. As part of … Continue reading An important rail line gets its due – Stouffville sees advances in installation of second track
Metrolinx is exploring innovative ways to reduce deaths on our tracks
In support of Rail Safety Week 2019, Metrolinx is spreading the word about preventing injuries and deaths on the tracks. This includes the implementation of technology that could deter people from going on the tracks in the first place. The start was grim, and the toll alarming. On the very day that Rail Safety Week … Continue reading Metrolinx is exploring innovative ways to reduce deaths on our tracks
Unlocking More GO Train Service to Hamilton and on to Niagara region
As we continue to look behind the scenes at work taking place at Metrolinx, we want to focus on rail service to and from Hamilton. It’s an important corridor requiring extensive investment and special tactics to add new service. We’re getting there, and here’s how. The fact that there isn’t more frequent train service throughout … Continue reading Unlocking More GO Train Service to Hamilton and on to Niagara region
Massive bridge lift helps Kipling GO station get into shape
Great progress is being made on the new Kipling mobility hub which will connect transit users to all modes of transportation when it opens next year. There’s nothing more satisfying than waking up early to fit in a big workout, right? Especially if that big workout includes lifting a 25 metre piece of metal more … Continue reading Massive bridge lift helps Kipling GO station get into shape
Metrolinx looks to build momentum as Rail Safety Week 2019 takes off
Metrolinx joins Operation Lifesaver to launch Rail Safety Week 2019. No one wants to ever deliver tragic, life-altering news to families. So this week, Sept. 23 to 30, Metrolinx will once again join rail safety partners across North America to launch Operation Lifesaver’s Rail Safety Week to raise awareness on how to reduce preventable incidents … Continue reading Metrolinx looks to build momentum as Rail Safety Week 2019 takes off
New GO station blooms in Richmond Hill
Brand new Bloomington GO Station will connect communities in York Region – almost two-thirds complete. It started from the ground - and has moved up. Now a Richmond Hill property is being given a more concrete existence as Metrolinx’s new GO Transit hub. Bloomington GO Station is about 64 per cent complete, and starting to … Continue reading New GO station blooms in Richmond Hill
Your stall is ready – East Gwillimbury parking expansion completed
Your vehicle will be happy - 115 more spaces opened this week. Suddenly, a ‘stall’ is a sign of progress - especially if it means a lot more of them now available for your vehicle. Metrolinx has just unveiled 115 new parking spaces in the East Gwillimbury GO Station surface lot, which will make the lives … Continue reading Your stall is ready – East Gwillimbury parking expansion completed
Packed house greets Metrolinx town hall in Mississauga
Peel residents lined up at the microphone to ask questions of transit brass. The place was packed with people and questions. Almost every seat was filled inside the agora of Sheridan College’s Square One campus, in Mississauga. A space where students usually come to study was transformed into a community centre on Sept. 5 for … Continue reading Packed house greets Metrolinx town hall in Mississauga
