Transit
Major development, feared to worsen a bad Ottawa intersection, approved by planning committee
“Even without this development, [traffic is] bad enough and getting worse. And now we’re just going to make it even worse without a good solution to handle it,” said Riverwood resident Peggy Pratt. Continue reading
Ontario launches public transit funding stream for municipalities outside GTA
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Eighty-five municipalities outside the GTA will be eligible to apply for funding for transit projects. Continue reading
‘It could have easily derailed’: VIA Rail insider on train accident near Debert, N.S.
A VIA Rail staff member told Global News there was no debris involved, only sub-standard maintenance work on the track which is owned by Canadian National. Continue reading
As TransLink adds more electric buses to its fleet in Metro Vancouver, critics say it’s still not enough
Clean energy advocates say with more manufacturers in Canada than any other country, electric buses should be ruling the roads. Continue reading
Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante gives thumbs up to federal budget
“I see the intention of the federal government, and it’s really aligned with our priorities as well,” said Plante at a press conference in Montreal. Continue reading
Pointe-Claire mayor voices concerns as REM to eliminate thousands of parking spots
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
The rapid electric rail system is removing almost all of the parking spots originally planned on its sprawling network Continue reading
Notley government commits nearly $90M in funding for Terwillegar Expressway, public transit in Edmonton
Public transit in Edmonton, and what many see as much-needed improvements to a major thoroughfare in the city, are the latest recipients of funding by the Alberta government. Continue reading
Deux-Montagnes train users can expect more transit complications
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
Transit officials say they are working on a second back-up plan for Deux-Montagnes train line commuters. Continue reading
Montreal councillor calls on STM to release performance records
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
Councillor Marvin Rotrand is calling on STM to be more transparent with performance indicators. Continue reading
Edmonton Transit Service’s cash-only fare system lags behind other cities
If you want to hop on public transit in Edmonton, you need to have cash on you. It’s an issue the city is looking at addressing. Continue reading