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Is It Safe to Ride the TTC
Concerns over an apparent rise in violence on the TTC came to the Danforth. On the evening of January 27th, a robbery was reported at Pape Station. Minutes later, an assault had taken place on board a bus nearby in the same area, according to Toronto Police. The two incidents are just one of a large uptick in reported acts of aggression on the TTC that have plagued the company in recent weeks. This has led to fears and questions about whether riding the TTC is still safe. Incidents of violence are not unheard-of on public transit. In December 2022, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 113, the union of transit workers…
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A Journey Back in Time
By: Lindsay Reid Luminoso Have you ever wondered just how the Danforth got its look and feel? Join us as we journey back in time examining some of Danforth’s more iconic features. Our exploration continues at the intersection of Pape and Danforth Avenues Stop 3: Pape and Danforth – Union Bank/Palace Theatre The intersection of Pape Avenue and Danforth Avenue is always bustling with commuters and pedestrians trying to navigate their way through the area. Today, you can visit one of the several banks located on the streets, grab a burger from A&W, shop in one of the local stores, or hop on the subway to a new destination. View…
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Getting Artsy in Pape Station
Have you ever wondered about the photographer behind the photo art installed in the newly renovated Pape Station? By Lindsay Reid Luminoso Fifty years ago, Pape Station was just a concept. The Bloor-Danforth subway line had not yetbeen opened. The Danforth area residents had access only to a limited bus service and a streetcar loop. Today, Pape Station averages over 27,000 patrons accessing the subway and buses every day. On September 28, 2009, construction began to make Pape Station more accessible and upgrade its features to the twenty-first century. When you enter the newly restored station, it is evident that a lot has changed. Toronto Transit Commission kicked off its…