by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 12, 2024 | Business, Pandemic, Toronto
In a bid to revitalize Toronto’s financial district, which has taken a hit since the pandemic, Mayor Olivia Chow has been meeting with bank CEOs to discuss the possibility of mandating a four-day in-office work week. The idea is that this move could help boost...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 12, 2024 | Politics, USA, World
No matter how much Canadians would rather put their collective heads in the sand, we cannot ignore the plight of our largest neighbour. The issues facing our neighbour inevitably impact us as well. Donald Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts marks the end of his...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 8, 2024 | Metrolinx, Ontario, Public Transit, Toronto, TTC, World
Elevated transit guideways are more than just functional transportation systems; they are architectural marvels that seamlessly blend form and function, adding a touch of elegance to the urban landscape. These soaring structures, with their sleek lines and graceful...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 8, 2024 | GO Transit, Metrolinx, Toronto
In 2023, construction crews cleared the area, relocated a watermain that went beneath the railway, and shifted the existing train tracks. This work was completed to prepare the site for the start of bridge construction. The tracks needed to be shifted because the...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 28, 2024 | Canada, Info, Trains
VIA Rail’s 2030 Strategic Plan is a bold and ambitious road-map that aims to redefine the future of sustainable travel across Canada. The comprehensive plan outlines a series of concrete actions designed to enhance the passenger rail experience, strengthen...