Why is it called the Ontario Line?


Why is it called the Ontario Line? The similar names are not entirely coincidental — the Ontario Line was named because it will start (or end, depending on your point of view) near Ontario Place and go to near the Ontario Science Centre.


Is Ontario Line above ground?

The 15.6-kilometre line will run on a mix of tunnelled, above-ground and elevated tracks. Below you'll find more information about the 15 Ontario Line stations, as well as the other new infrastructure projects required for the Ontario Line.


What is build the Ontario Line differently?

Build Ontario Line Differently (BOLD) supports new public transit, but to be done responsibly, transparently, and collaboratively.


Are they rebuilding Ontario Place?

The province announced in July 2021 it would partner with three private companies to build an indoor water park and spa complex, a revamped concert venue and an adventure park as part of its plan to reimagine Ontario Place.


How many train line are in New York?

The NYC Subway network consists of 36 lines and 24 services, with several services using the same colour line, so do make sure to check out the front of each train as the line colour and route number or letter, will always be displayed there.


Who is the preferred bidder for the Ontario Line?

Connect 6ix is the preferred consortium for the RSSOM contract, which will provide a 30-year design-build-finance-operate-maintain contract for the entire Ontario Line. The group comprises: Applicant lead: Plenary Americas, Hitachi Rail, Webuild Group (Salini Impreglio Canada Holding), Transdev Canada.


Will the Ontario Line be built?

The Ontario Line is planned for completion in 2031. City staff have worked with Metrolinx to develop detailed construction mitigation plans based on the Traffic and Transit Management Plan submitted by Metrolinx.


Why is the Eglinton line taking so long?

Verster said that there are a number of technical reasons for the latest delays on the Crowsstown, including 260 quality issues that must be rectified. “The biggest quality issue which we're dealing with is that in 2021 the track work was completed outside of specification.


How much will the Ontario Line cost?

As of November 2022, the estimated cost for the 15.6-kilometre (9.7 mi) line is CA$17 to $19 billion with an estimated completion in 2031. Originally, the cost was estimated at $10.9 billion with completion by 2027. A groundbreaking ceremony for the project took place on March 27, 2022.


How long will the Ontario Line take?

Its southern terminus will be at the existing Exhibition GO Station on the Lakeshore West line. The Ontario Line was announced by the Government of Ontario on April 10, 2019. As of November 2022, the estimated cost for the 15.6-kilometre (9.7 mi) line is CA$17 to $19 billion with an estimated completion in 2031.