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    Toronto, Ontario M5J 1E6

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    About Metrolinx

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    97 Front Street West
    Toronto, Ontario M5J 1E6
    Canada
    http://www.metrolinx.com/en/default.aspx

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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

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    Products and Press Releases

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    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 ...
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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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.
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    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.
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    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...
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    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.
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    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.

    Articles & News

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    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...
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    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.
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    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...
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    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...
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    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.
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    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...
    Infrastructure

    Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx issue RFPs for two Ontario Line works packages

    Infrastructure Ontario
    April 6, 2023
    Six shortlisted teams have been invited to bid on the Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations and the Elevated Guideway and Stations contract for the Ontario Line.
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    The Scarborough Subway Extension will include three new stations and is being delivered using a Progressive Design-Build model.
    Infrastructure

    Scarborough Subway Extension stations, rail and systems contract awarded to Scarborough Transit Connect

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Dec. 5, 2022
    The Scarborough Subway is one of five priority transit projects in the region and will extend TTC’s Line 2 by 4.85 miles.
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    Infrastructure

    Connect 6ix team awarded C$9 billion Ontario Line contract

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Nov. 18, 2022
    Along with the awarding of the second contract for the 15.6-kilometer Ontario Line, two RFQs were issued for the rail project’s northern segment.
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    A conceptual rendering of the platform at the future Osgoode Ontario Line station.
    Infrastructure

    Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx award Ontario Line South Package to Ontario Transit Group

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Nov. 10, 2022
    The C$6-billion package includes the construction of a six-kilometer tunnel, as well as seven stations for the future rail line.

    Videos & Resources

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    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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    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.
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    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...
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    Infrastructure

    Metrolinx begins work on Ontario Line

    July 25, 2023
    New rail bridges, as well as new retaining walls and noise walls around the rail corridor are all critical parts of the work that will bring three future stations to the Ontario...
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    Car Sharing

    Metrolinx launches new partnership with Turo

    July 18, 2023
    Turo, a car sharing marketplace, gives guests the opportunity to choose the exact make and model they want for any occasion along Metrolinx’s GO Network.
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    Infrastructure

    Metrolinx selects Bowmanville Construction Partners as construction manager for Bowmanville Extension project

    June 21, 2023
    The Bowmanville Extension will extend the Lakeshore East GO Line nearly 12.4 miles to Bowmanville and connect more of Durham Region to fast two-way, all-day rail service.
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    Infrastructure

    Two large cranes to be installed within Union Station Rail Corridor

    May 30, 2023
    Once complete, GO Transit customers will enjoy a new concourse that will seamlessly connect Bay and York Streets, provide wider platforms and more convenient access to and from...
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    Infrastructure

    Government of Ontario issues RFQ for Yonge North Subway Extension tunnels project

    May 1, 2023
    The package of work includes designing the tunnels, supplying the TBMs and building the launch shaft and extraction shaft that will be used to lower and extract the TBMs.
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    Infrastructure

    Metrolinx marks substantial progress on Finch West LRT project

    April 18, 2023
    Progress has been made on the guideway, at the two terminus stations and at the maintenance and storage facility.