Ontario Construction News staff writer
Toronto – All major construction including stations and stops have been completed on the Finch West Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, marking a major milestone in bringing transit to northwest Toronto.
“The completion of the Finch West LRT stations signals a pivotal milestone for commuters in communities like Rexdale, Jane-Finch and Humber River-Black Creek,” said MPP Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation. “Under the leadership of Premier Ford, we’re advancing the projects that matter most—ensuring fast, reliable and accessible transit that will connect more people to good-paying local jobs and housing, while fueling economic growth for a stronger Ontario.”
The line has 18 stops across 11 kilometres of new dedicated light rail transit that will run on a dedicated, primarily street level track every five to seven minutes during peak hours and every seven to 10 minutes during off-peak hours.
The Finch West LRT will offer connections to both local and regional transit including the TTC, GO Transit, Mississauga MiWay, York Region Viva and Brampton Züm transit services. As one of two underground stations, the Finch West Station will connect riders to the TTC’s Line 1.
“Canadians want to live in affordable, inclusive and sustainable communities,” said the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development and MP, York South—Weston. “The federal government is investing in major public transit projects like the Finch West LRT to build great cities that offer good jobs and opportunities for everyone. The completion of all stations and stops in this project demonstrates what can be achieved when all orders of government work together to achieve a common vision.”
Work will continue on testing and commissioning activities in preparation for the line opening, including starting TTC operator training,” said Phil Verster, president and CEO of Metrolinx.
