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Finch West LRT Shutdowns Prompt TTC Service Overhaul Plans

12/11/2025

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The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) reported two Finch West LRT shutdowns caused by switch issues, the first around 6:00 and the second at 7:15.
The TTC deployed about 40 shuttle buses to aid passengers during outages that lasted over 30 minutes.
Since the line opened, Mayor Olivia Chow and Jamaal Myers (TTC chairman) acknowledge the need for improvements, and Myers plans motions to speed and improve efficiency.

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Story summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) reported two Finch West LRT shutdowns caused by switch issues, the first around 6:00 and the second at 7:15.
The TTC deployed about 40 shuttle buses to aid passengers during outages that lasted over 30 minutes.
Since the line opened, Mayor Olivia Chow and Jamaal Myers (TTC chairman) acknowledge the need for improvements, and Myers plans motions to speed and improve efficiency.