Metrolinx

Preparing to welcome an influx of soccer fans to Toronto is no easy feat. Ahead of one of the largest sporting events in the world touching down in Toronto, here's how our teams are hard at work at Exhibition GO Station ensuring smooth travel during major events.

The Ontario Line roadheaders recently made their TV debut 📺 If you're curious about the fascinating machines cutting through tonnes of rock and soil to bring Toronto's future subway to life, get an in-depth and behind-the-scenes look at it all on The Mightiest, available for streaming on Crave.

The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension isn't just bringing faster, more reliable transit to Etobicoke and Mississauga, it's also bringing job opportunities and community benefits! Alongside Trillium Rail Partners, the team designing and building the stations, rails and systems for the project, we're pleased to invite vendors, contractors and construction career hopefuls to the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension trade show on Tuesday, May 26 at The Vue Event Space in Etobicoke. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ue9Ct3

Your monthly Metrolinx roundup 📰 Crowd control for the world’s biggest soccer event   How we’re gearing up for the FIFA World Cup 2026™and welcoming over half a million new transit riders to the region ⚽  Hamilton LRT contract awarded  A major step forward in bringing light rail to the city 🚈  Eglinton Crosstown West Extension progress  The project hits a major target with its first completed bridge span 🚧  Upgrading Line 6 Finch West   Why we’re temporarily suspending service on Line 6 over the Victoria Day long-weekend 🚇  Dive in and get the details! 👇 

On Friday, Metrolinx President and CEO, Michael Lindsay, participated in a fireside chat at the Toronto Railway Club's business luncheon to share key updates on the delivery of Metrolinx's capital program.   Speaking with moderator, Sylvia Newell, President, Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS), Michael spoke to Metrolinx’s commitment to safety and reliability, our procurement process, and how we are navigating the pressure of tariffs.   The discussion reinforced the importance of strong partnerships and collaboration as we continue building a more connected region.

Last week, Metrolinx President and CEO, Michael Lindsay, attended the Toronto Region Board of Trade (TRBOT) Home Field Advantage: Toronto’s Waterfront Game Plan event for a fireside chat moderated by TRBOT President and CEO, Giles Gherson. Alongside Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) President and CEO, Mandeep S. Lali, the discussion highlighted the strong partnership between Metrolinx and the TTC as preparations continue for the influx of visitors and fans ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™️. Keeping customers moving safely across the network, increasing transit service offerings and ensuring clear, timely communications remains a top priority.   Michael shared both current and upcoming initiatives to enhance customer safety at Union Station, Exhibition Station, and across the transit system, increased service to support travel throughout the region and on match days, and the robust communications plans in place to keep customers informed every step of the way.   Metrolinx is proud to collaborate with TRBOT and the TTC in advancing a shared vision of showcasing the Toronto region as a vibrant, globally competitive city. We look forward to welcoming visitors and sports fans to our network this summer.

More soccer, more people, more service. As FIFA World Cup 2026™️ hits the city this summer, we’re increasing service to keep fans and commuters moving across the region. From June 10 to July 5, enjoy 15-minute service on Lakeshore West and Lakeshore East lines throughout most of the day, plus late-night service on GO Transit and UP Express. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uC8OOq

Approximately 40,000 fans are heading to the Toronto FC vs. Inter Miami CF match this Saturday, May 9 — and many will use GO Transit to get there.   See how we’re using this event to test enhanced service and safety measures to help refine transit and operational plans for FIFA World Cup 2026™ and other large-scale events: https://bit.ly/4cRw7O8

Today we mark the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2 Spirit Peoples (MMIWG2S+), also known as Red Dress Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about violence against Indigenous Women, Girls and 2 Spirit People and to honouring those who are missing or have been taken from their families and communities. To learn more about MMIWG2S+ and Indigenous history and experiences, visit: https://bit.ly/3RkAiJO

The Hamilton LRT just entered a new phase of development! With a contractor now in place to deliver the first major package of work, Hamilton is a step closer to having convenient, reliable light rail transit delivered through the heart of downtown. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tQAZZK