Ontario Completes All Stations on Finch West LRT
Written by Jennifer McLawhorn, Managing Editor
Humber College Station, one of the stations along the Finch West LRT
Courtesy of the Ontario Government
TORONTO - The Ontario Government announces it has finished all stations and stops on the Finch West Light Rail Transit (LRT) project.
According to the release, this marks a “major milestone” for light rail transit in the area. Along 11 kilometers of light rail, there are now 18 stops, thereby reducing vehicle traffic near Finch Avenue West. The Finch West LRT will move 46,000 passengers during each weekday, and the zero-emissions vehicles can hold up to 300 passengers traveling up to an approximate speed of 60kmh. The LRT runs on a “primarily street level track every five to seven minutes during peak hours and every seven to 10 minutes during off-peak hours,” and it will connect to the TTC, GO Transit, Mississauga MiWay, York Region Viva and Brampton Züm transit services.
Minister of Transportation Prabmeet Sarkaria said, “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. . . 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.”
Minister of International Development and Member of Parliament, York South-Weston, the Honorable Ahmed Hussen said, “Canadians want to live in affordable, inclusive and sustainable communities. 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.”
President and CEO of Metrolinx Phil Verster said, “Substantial progress continues to be made on the Finch West LRT project. With all major construction completed, we are a step closer to bringing fast, frequent light rail service to northwest Toronto. The line will move 46,000 passengers each weekday and provide important transit connections. Work will continue on testing and commissioning activities in preparation for the line opening, including starting TTC operator training.”
The federal Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF) will reportedly provide $3 billion yearly of “permanent funding starting in 2026-2027 to respond to local transit needs by enhancing integrated planning, improving access to public transit and active transportation and supporting the development of more affordable, sustainable and inclusive communities.”
