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TTC Reinforces Fare Enforcement Amid $140M Evasion Crisis

7/22/2025

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Toronto's TTC has revamped its fare inspectors, now called Provincial Offences Officers (POOs), to strengthen their authority and tackle the staggering $140 million loss from fare evasion each year. While critics poke fun at the acronym, the TTC is serious about enforcing compliance, with hefty fines between $235 and $425 for offenders.

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Toronto's TTC has revamped its fare inspectors, now called Provincial Offences Officers (POOs), to strengthen their authority and tackle the staggering $140 million loss from fare evasion each year. While critics poke fun at the acronym, the TTC is serious about enforcing compliance, with hefty fines between $235 and $425 for offenders.