Tag: Pedestrian Bridge

A white painted bike sits next to a guardrail.
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As rail traffic increases – Chesterton Shores pedestrian crossing closed over safety concerns

Metrolinx is shutting down a track-level pedestrian crossing at Chesterton Shores, near Rouge Hill GO Station, to improve community safety. The crossing has become increasingly unsafe as a result of more train traffic.  The concern is highlighted by a single bicycle – a quiet testimonial of what’s at stake. Chained to a nearby fence is a reminder of a young life lost in the Rouge … Continue reading As rail traffic increases – Chesterton Shores pedestrian crossing closed over safety concerns

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Cooksville GO Station pedestrian bridge installation complete

Bridge connects new parking garage to platform It took four hours, a specially built crane, and a neat 90-degree turn, to take the redevelopment of the Cooksville GO Station to an important new milestone with the placement of a new pedestrian bridge. The crane hoisted the brand new 110-metric tonne bridge, that was built fully on site, into position on Sat. Nov. 3. The bridge, … Continue reading Cooksville GO Station pedestrian bridge installation complete

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