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 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 | Etobicoke, GTA History, Memorial, Politics, Toronto
In a city where passion and pride intertwine, Rob Ford’s love for Toronto shone brighter than the skyline itself. Today, on what would have been his 55th birthday, the city pays homage to this remarkable man by renaming Etobicoke’s Centennial Park Stadium...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 27, 2024 | GTA Issues, Scarborough, Toronto
As cycling gains popularity due to its cost-effectiveness, environmental benefits, and health advantages, Toronto has made progress in improving cycling infrastructure. However, this progress seems concentrated in the downtown core, leaving other areas like...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jan 17, 2024 | Emergency, Toronto
Hey, Torontonians! The cold has gripped our city with a -25°C wind chill, and it’s crucial that you take immediate action to stay warm. Warming centres are open, but that’s not all – additional Streets to Homes and partner outreach teams are on the...