Elevated Transit: Functional Art in the Urban Landscape
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...
Construction has started on the new Lower Don Bridge
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...
VIA Rail’s 2030 Vision: Transforming Sustainable Travel in Canada
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...
A First Nation legislator addressed Queen’s Park in his own language
New Democrat Sol Mamakwa addressed the Ontario legislature in Anishininiimowin, also known as Oji-Cree. For the first time, the Ontario legislature allowed, interpreted, and transcribed a language other than English and French. Oji-Cree or Severn Ojibwa is a variety...
How Alberta is planning on connecting Calgary, Edmonton and more with regional rail
The Alberta government is moving forward with a master plan aimed to further connect the province through increased rail service. Premier Danielle Smith was joined by Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors, Devin Dreeshan, at Heritage Park in Calgary for...
Rob Ford’s Unwavering Love for Toronto: A Legacy Etched in Etobicoke’s Centennial Park Stadium
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...
What is Megalopolis?
The trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s long-awaited epic, Megalopolis, is a visually stunning glimpse into the legendary filmmaker’s ambitious passion project. Set in a futuristic, post-disaster America, it follows an architect’s quest to rebuild a...
Why Has Canada Become a Haven for Auto Theft?
Auto theft in Canada is surging, with insurance claims for stolen vehicles hitting a record $1.5 billion in 2023, up 19% from the previous year. Ontario is particularly affected, with auto theft claim costs increasing by 524% from 2018 to 2023, surpassing $1 billion...
Why Expanding GO Transit is a Simple Solution for Ontario?
Ontario’s transportation infrastructure is in need of rapid expansion, and one of the most straightforward solutions lies in enhancing the GO Transit system. By extending its reach to cities like Uxbridge, Bolton, Cambridge, Peterborough, London, Brantford,...
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said she’s “speechless” about the continued delayed of the Eglinton Crosstown, saying she’s no more knowledgeable on the project than residents and business owners who’ve been waiting years for it to wrap up.
“I don’t know what to say anymore, it’s leaving me speechless,” said Chow.
