by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Nov 27, 2023 | Brampton, LRT, Markham, Mississauga, Newmarket, Ontario, Public Transit, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Viva, YRT
As our cities continue to burgeon with growth and our communities expand, the demand for efficient and accessible public transportation becomes increasingly vital. The way we move within our urban landscapes not only shapes our daily lives but also plays a pivotal...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Oct 3, 2023 | Ajax, Barrie, Durham, GO Transit, Markham, Metrolinx, Ontario, Oshawa, Public Transit, Toronto, TTC
GO Transit faces significant disruptions as a widespread Canadian National Railway (CN) system failure impacts all rail corridors. Metrolinx reports that trains are being held at their closest stations. While limited service has resumed, passengers are advised to...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Aug 26, 2023 | GTA Issues, GTA Politics, Housing, News, Ontario, Politics, Public Transit
In Ontario, the landscape of transit and housing resembles a twisted puzzle, with pieces constantly shifting due to political whims. Promising projects appear, only to disappear, and reports collect dust, leaving us in a perpetual state of inaction. Yes, look at all...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 21, 2023 | GTA Issues, Politics, Public Transit, Toronto
Oh, look at that, Toronto has managed to secure its place among the top 10 worst cities in the world for traffic once again! Congratulations, Toronto, you sure know how to keep those roads nice and congested! Will it ever be fixed? Well, I have my doubts, at least not...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 20, 2023 | LRT, Metrolinx, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Politics, Public Transit, Trains
O-Train Shutdown: A Never-Ending Nightmare The O-Train line in Ottawa has become a never-ending nightmare for commuters, with a second full-day shutdown due to a loose axle bearing issue. The sudden suspension of service during Monday’s afternoon commute caught...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 18, 2023 | Events, Montreal, News, Public Transit, Quebec, Trains
Montreal REM, short for Réseau express métropolitain, is a new light rail network in Montreal, Canada. It is a state-of-the-art transportation system designed to provide efficient and sustainable travel options for residents and visitors alike. The REM will connect...