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Toronto, Ontario M5J 1E6
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Metrolinx is undertaking the largest transportation investment in Ontario’s history to get you where you need to go better, faster, easier, while also operating GO Transit, UP Express and PRESTO. We have a unique opportunity to plan, build, operate and connect transportation in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Our Vision

Getting you there better, faster, easier.

Our Mission

We connect our communities

Our Values

Serve with Passion

Think Forward

Play as a Team

Products and Press Releases

Maintenance

Siemens awarded Metrolinx Central Region rail maintenance contract

Siemens Mobility

March 28, 2024

This partnership will expand Siemens service contract with Metrolinx and increase system availability and reliability in Toronto’s passenger railway system.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx sign Ontario Line elevated guideway and stations contract with Trillium Guideway Partners

Infrastructure Ontario

Feb. 21, 2024

Trillium Guideway Partners has signed onto a Development and Master Construction Agreement with Metrolinx under a progressive design-build contract.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx award STRABAG team Eglinton Crosstown West Extension tunnel contract

Infrastructure Ontario

Feb. 19, 2024

The STRABAG team have been tasked with designing and financing the second underground segment of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension.

Maintenance

Metrolinx, ONxpress reach long-term operations and maintenance agreement for GO Expansion project

Jan. 25, 2024

ONxpress’ proposal for the operations and maintenance of the GO Transit system promises a plan for faster and more frequent service to the region.

Infrastructure

Infrastrucutre Ontario, Metrolinx sign contract with Pape North Connect to deliver Ontario Line Pape Tunnel and underground stations

Infrastructure Ontario

Jan. 19, 2024

Pape North Connect has been contracted in a Development and Master Construction Agreement by Infrastrucutre Ontario and Metrolinx to begin developing the Ontario Line Pape Tunnel...

Infrastructure

Metrolinx selects AECOM as delivery partner for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project

AECOM

Dec. 27, 2023

AECOM will be part of the Metrolinx delivery team on the project including program management, advisory, commercial management, procurement and supply chain management and project...

Infrastructure

Government of Ontario issues RFP to design and build the tunnels for the Yonge North Subway Extension

Infrastructure Ontario

Dec. 4, 2023

The Yonge North Subway Extension is one of Ontario’s four priority subway projects for the Greater Toronto Area and will deliver much-needed rapid transit between York Region ...

Fare Collection

TTC Board approves entering Ontario’s One-Fare Program in 2024

Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)

Nov. 27, 2023

The program will eliminate double fares for customers transferring between the TTC, GO Transit and other Canadian-based transit agencies.

Infrastructure

New ATC technology to control LRVs on Eglinton Crosstown LRT route

Nov. 27, 2023

The technology is already being used successfully in Japan, Europe and on Toronto Transit Commission’s Line 1.

Infrastructure

Another milestone reached on Metrolinx’s Hazel McCallion Line

Nov. 22, 2023

From Oct. 27 to 30, crews removed the components of the Verona System and reinstated three existing GO Train tracks with brand new rail.

Articles & News

Infrastructure

Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx issue RFQ for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Stations, Rail and Systems contract

Eman Abu-Khaled

March 26, 2024

The RFQ for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project will include architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical work for the seven stations along the extension from...

Fare Collection

Government of Ontario to launch One Fare program Feb. 26

Brandon Lewis

Feb. 7, 2024

The program will eliminate double fares for customers transferring between participating transit agencies in the Greater Toronto Area, saving riders an estimated C$1,600 per year...

Infrastructure

AtkinsRéalis, Bird Construction JV enter alliance development agreement to deliver Metrolinx's East Harbour Transit Hub

Eman Abu-Khaled

Jan. 9, 2024

The East Harbour Transit Hub is part of Toronto’s SmartTrack Stations Program and is one of the first major projects in Canada to be procured using an ‘alliance’ model.

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Infrastructure

Aecon awarded design/build contract for guideway of Eglinton Crosstown West Extension

Brandon Lewis

Dec. 19, 2023

The 1.5-kilometer segment of the route will run from just east of Jane Street along the north side of Eglinton Avenue West to west of Scarlett Road before heading underground ...

Bicycle & Scooter Sharing

Metrolinx and SCOOTY Mobility roll out e-scooters for public use in Brampton Area

Aug. 14, 2023

As part of the province of Ontario’s five-year e-scooter pilot program, the city of Brampton has approved e-scooters for personal use; the pilot program will remain under operation...

Mobile Applications

Transit agency app developments: MDOT/MTA, Valley Metro and UP Express

Mischa Wanek-Libman

July 6, 2023

New features, new ways to pay for fares and better mobile experiences are all being brought to riders through these updates at various agencies.

A vehicle along the Eglinton Crosstown LRT project for testing.

Infrastructure

Completing the Eglinton Crosstown LRT has now become a legal fight

Mischa Wanek-Libman

May 22, 2023

Metrolinx calls the court filing by Crosslinx Transit Solutions a delay tactic, while Crosslinx Transit Solutions says the step was needed to clear barriers to complete the project...

Two electric buses are starting service on various GO Transit lines to inform Metrolinx's larger strategy to transition its bus fleet to zero-emission vehicles.

Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

Two electric buses enter service on GO Transit lines

Mischa Wanek-Libman

May 15, 2023

The buses will be used in commuter service for the first time as the provincial government and Metrolinx continue to evaluate the best strategy to integrate more zero-emission...

Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks at an event marking the completion of improvements to Bramalea GO Station.

Facilities

Improvements complete at Bramalea GO Station

Mischa Wanek-Libman

May 12, 2023

The station, one of the busiest on the Kitchener Line, saw improvements made to its platforms, security, wayfinding and regional transit connection options.

As of May 2, nine transit systems in the Toronto region equipped with PRESTO devices will allow debit cards to be tapped to pay for transit fare. Metrolinx and the government of Ontario are working with TTC to roll out the program to its network this summer.

Fare Collection

Debit cards can be tapped to pay for transit in Toronto region

Mischa Wanek-Libman

May 3, 2023

Nine regional transit systems will allow a debit card to be used as payment for transit with the government of Ontario and Metrolinx continuing to work with TTC to include the...

Videos & Resources

Transit Quick Chats: Enhancing the Passenger Experience Through Improved Connectivity

April 7, 2021

Passenger connectivity, which allows transit riders to work or stream as they choose, can deliver an improved passenger experience, as well as offer additional benefits to agencies...

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Fare Collection

Metrolinx rolls out PRESTO card in Google Wallet

Nov. 15, 2023

Riders will now have the option to apply their PRESTO cards to their google wallet for easier access.

ADA Related Products

Metrolinx becomes first transit agency to join Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program

Oct. 30, 2023

Metrolinx riders with non-apparent special needs will now have the option of pinning on the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to signal employees additional help may be required.

Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

Metrolinx working with 10 transit agencies to purchase battery-electric buses

Oct. 20, 2023

The joint purchasing contract for 12-meter (40-foot) BEBs was recently awarded to New Flyer through Metrolinx’s Transit Procurement Initiative; the agencies involved expect to...

Safety & Security

GO Train station ambassadors help to maintain and encourage safe platform and station practices with riders

Sept. 25, 2023

Metrolinx's ambassador program was expanded in August as a way to boost safety and the customer experience for customers using GO Train.

Infrastructure

Government of Ontario completes major infrastructure upgrades at Milliken and Agincourt GO stations

Infrastructure Ontario

Sept. 14, 2023

The upgrades are part of the government of Ontario’s plan to deliver more trips, more often across the GO network.

Infrastructure

Metrolinx awards contract to Kenaidan Contractors Ltd for construction of pedestrian connection

Sept. 1, 2023

The connection will shorten the time and distance between the Bloor GO/UP Station and Dundas West TTC Station.

Facilities

Ontario government making critical infrastructure upgrades to Aurora GO Station

Province of Ontario

Aug. 18, 2023

Infrastructure upgrades at Aurora GO Station will include a new second platform and track, a new pedestrian tunnel with elevators, additional parking spaces and rail signal upgrades...

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Fare Collection

Metrolinx lowering cost of PRESTO Card Aug. 8

Aug. 3, 2023

Metrolinx is bringing the cost of a PRESTO card down to $4 from the current price of $6.

Management

Metrolinx to host accessibility webinar Sept. 28

Aug. 2, 2023

During the webinar, Metrolinx will also provide current updates on work happening across the GO network to improve accessibility, as well as information on key initiatives planned...