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Crosstown LRT Testing Halted After Train Collision
10/23/2025
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Story summary
- Final testing for the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit was paused after a collision between two trains at Mount Dennis Yard on October 16.
- The Ontario Ministry of Transportation confirmed pause but did not disclose collision details.
- TTCriders called the incident a betrayal of trust and urged a public inquiry, arguing the PPP model has failed.
- Local residents express frustration over 14-year timeline.
- Line was scheduled to open in 2020.
