The TTC is running another transit survey to get feedback on specific fare proposals, including fare capping, fare-by-mode, and fare-by-distance. We need to speak up now against proposals like paying extra for the subway.
Scroll down for some suggested responses.
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You can copy and paste them as you fill out the survey so we have a collective impact. We’ve started with what we think are the most important questions.
SUGGESTED RESPONSE: I support fare capping, but it should be accompanied by lowering the cost of base fares and monthly passes to begin with. Toronto pays one of the highest fares in North America. It takes 57 single youth fare taps to “break even” for the cost of a youth monthly pass ($128.15). By contrast, youth fares in Ottawa “break even” for a youth monthly pass ($94.50) after only 26 taps. Fare capping should encourage more transit ridership and it should be flexibly applied as travel patterns and frequency varies.
SUGGESTED RESPONSE: Introducing additional costs or fares to travel on faster modes or travel longer distances is unfair and inconvenient. The TTC should keep a flat fare in Toronto for accessing any mode of transit. TTC should seek out funding from all levels of government to subsidize public transit operating costs, not rely on vulnerable transit users to cover up for the expenses. Toronto should have one flat fare across Union Pearson Express, GO, and TTC.
SUGGESTED RESPONSE: I support expanding discounts, not eliminating any existing discounts. I support making transit free for people receiving social assistance first, and lowering fares for all. Ability to pay could stigmatize and divide transit users. Transit should be made affordable regardless of one’s ability to pay so that each rider is able to have a dignified transit experience. All levels of government should properly fund transit to lower fares and increase service so that public transit becomes a preferred mode of transportation. This will help address congestion and combat the climate change crisis.
Thank you for sharing your concerns. You are helping to make a difference in the lives of millions of transit riders!
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