As Disney on Ice shows take place at the Scotiabank Arena, regular urban travellers may want to take a bit more care due to an influx of tiny passengers. Here are some tips to keep everyone safe. No, Toronto’s workforce hasn’t gotten much younger overnight and you haven’t suddenly gotten much taller. The downtown core, … Continue reading “Oh boy!” – Excited influx of kids expected to ride GO for day of Disney shows in downtown Toronto
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GO Bus driver safely stops vehicle, after ice smashes windshield on Hwy. 401
Flying ice from vehicles not properly cleaned off can be dangerous - OPP. And here's a good example. A scary scene played out on one this country’s busiest highways – providing a clear example for drivers to clear their vehicles of ice and snow. A GO bus, including passengers, travelling at highway speeds down the … Continue reading GO Bus driver safely stops vehicle, after ice smashes windshield on Hwy. 401
The biggest star at the Toronto International Boat Show? An iconic squirrel on water skis (see the nutty pics here)
People from all over the province come to the annual Toronto International Boat Show to get their fix of all things boating. But one pint-sized creature always draws eyes as it leaves other talented critters in its wake. As Metrolinx offers up GO combo tickets to the upcoming show, we go a little nuts over … Continue reading The biggest star at the Toronto International Boat Show? An iconic squirrel on water skis (see the nutty pics here)
New way to pay – Full PRESTO payment introduced on TTC Wheel-Trans sedan taxis
There’s an early change for payment options in 2020. Customers who travel via TTC Wheel-Trans contracted sedan taxis are now able to pay their fare using PRESTO. PRESTO is expanding again. It’s now a new fare option for those who use TTC Wheel-Trans contracted sedan taxis. As of Jan. 13, 2020, Wheel-Trans customers are no … Continue reading New way to pay – Full PRESTO payment introduced on TTC Wheel-Trans sedan taxis
Oakville GO station set for temporary closure of elevators – Upgrades impact customers who use lifts to access train platforms
Work on the elevators is needed, but the toiling will mean doing without them for three months. Here’s what customers need to know as this important project takes place. Talk about a lift for a new year. In need of upgrades, the elevators at Oakville GO station will soon be getting a lift. But the … Continue reading Oakville GO station set for temporary closure of elevators – Upgrades impact customers who use lifts to access train platforms
New Union Station bus terminal edging closer to completion with dismantling of giant crane – see the high anxiety images here
Where once stood the looming winch is now a clear view all the way down, or up, depending on your vantage point – a sign of progress in the construction of a highly anticipated transit project. Crane your neck and look way up Toronto. One of the main cranes installed for the construction of the … Continue reading New Union Station bus terminal edging closer to completion with dismantling of giant crane – see the high anxiety images here
2020 vision – Hurontario Light Rail project charts transit to do list for this new year
As community outreach continues to take place across the corridor, updating residents and business owners on the project, planners have broken down upcoming construction activities into six segments – providing a look at what to expect over the next five years. The Hurontario Light Rail Transit Project (HuLRT) has officially released a high level construction … Continue reading 2020 vision – Hurontario Light Rail project charts transit to do list for this new year
Finch West light rail transit project moves from major early works into heavy lifting in 2020
The Toronto light rail transit (LRT) gained a lot of momentum over the past year. Here’s a look back, as well as ahead to what’s in store for Toronto neighbourhoods. Inching closer to a new decade, we thought it was time to take a quick look in the rear-view mirror to the Finch West light … Continue reading Finch West light rail transit project moves from major early works into heavy lifting in 2020
What the Dickens? Remembering the Charles Dickens’ turkey lost on holiday rail trip
Rail companies have a long history when it comes to service during the holidays, including passengers on GO and UP Express getting to family and friends. But on this day, let’s recall a moment 150 years ago, when train travel had an impact on the last Christmas dinner planned for the holidays’ most celebrated writer. … Continue reading What the Dickens? Remembering the Charles Dickens’ turkey lost on holiday rail trip
This way up – Haunting image of Laird station sees 360 degree progress
Throughout 2019, we’ve tried to show you images and video of all the work taking place across the Toronto light rail transit route. For one of our last pictures of the year, we have a bit of tunnel vision when it comes to Laird station. Things are really looking up at Laird. Once Toronto’s Crosstown … Continue reading This way up – Haunting image of Laird station sees 360 degree progress
