Ontario’s Gas Tax Program to improve transit in 148 communities across the province

The province of Ontario is investing C$365.3 million (US$262.12 million) to expand and improve local transportation across the province through its Gas Tax Program.  

"Investing in public transit is part of our plan to get Ontario moving," said Ontario Minister of Transportation Caroline Mulroney. "From transit investment in the Greater Golden Horseshoe to adding more service in rural and northern communities - our government is committed to improving transit in every corner of the province."

This year's Gas Tax program benefits the most municipalities ever, with 111 receiving funding to improve public transit in 148 communities across the province. Gas Tax funding can be used to upgrade infrastructure, increase accessibility, purchase transit vehicles, add more routes and extend hours of service.

"We're making life easier for millions of people across Ontario by helping to build new and reliable transit faster," said Minister Mulroney.

The Gas Tax program is in addition to the regional transportation plans Ontario is developing to help fight gridlock, improve outdated infrastructure and keep goods and services moving across the province.

A full list of the municipalities to benefit from the program is available through the province’s website.

Source: Government of Ontario