Proposed measures to relieve crowding fall short, transit advocates say
(Toronto, ON) January 18, 2018 — Transit advocates will distribute “Overcrowding Relief Kits” to commuters this morning at 8am at the entrance to King Station. This afternoon at 1pm, the TTC Board will vote on measures to relieve crowding on Line 1.
Codi Wilson of CP24 reports on TTCriders handing out 'relief kits' to commuters at King Station.
Jenny Yuen of Toronto Sun reports on TTCriders handing out 'overcrowding relief kits' on Yonge line.
Don Mitchell of Global News shares TTCriders plan to distribute "Overcrowding Relief Kits" to commuters at King Station.
We handed out breath mints, transit-themed crossword puzzles, and step-by-step instructions on how to relieve overcrowding (hint: it involves calling John Tory and Kathleen Wynne to fund the Relief Line and better TTC service!).
Sardined? Delayed? Can’t afford the fare?
Join TTCriders’ transit day of action on Tuesday, January 30. We’re calling on John Tory and City Council to fund the promised low-income transit pass, better TTC service to fix overcrowding, and 2-hour fares in the 2018 City Budget.
There's a lot at stake for transit riders in 2018. In addition to upcoming provincial and municipal elections, the City of Toronto budget process is in full swing with no good news for transit riders (yet).
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Councillor Josh Matlow with TTCriders Executive Director, Shelagh Pizey-Allen[/caption]
As 2017 draws to a close, it’s time to recognize those who have been a strong voice for transit riders. On behalf of TTCriders, I am proud to award Josh Matlow as our Transit Champion of the Year. For not only is he the hardworking councillor for Ward 22 - St. Paul’s, he is one of City Council’s strongest transit advocates.