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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 Streetcar to be Desired: Toronto’s Transit Troubles
Toronto commuters are all too familiar with the toils of riding the TTC—some communities more than others. Streetcar congestion in the Beaches area leads to frustration. Though they won the American Public Transportation Association award, is the TTC really "The Better Way"?
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OTD Recommends: Danforth Take-Out by TTC Station
Take the TTC and stay underground through the rain, sleet, snow, or heat; on your way home; or when you want to explore to East End and Greektown, you can reach these take-out spots, located by their respective TTC subway stations.
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10 Very Torontonian First World Problems
BY BEATRIZ SANCHEZ For anyone who understands the pain of living in multicultural  Toronto. 1) “I want to look hot for my date but snow made my hair wet and I look fat with my winter coat on.” 2) “I couldn’t understand what my new immigrant hairstylist was trying to say and my hair looks ugly now.” 3) “I want to let my friends know I’m on my way but there’s no reception on the TTC!” 4) “Tried BlogTo’s Top 10 New Sushi Restaurants in Toronto and they all sucked.” 5) “Missed St. George Station, got off on Spadina and now I have to walk through the hallway.” 6) “I…
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TTC Etiquette – The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Public Transit
Here are the basics of travelling by public transit that will not only make your life easier, but will reduce your chances of pissing off a fellow passenger and create a pleasurable riding experience for all.
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TTC Cutbacks Ahead
Danforth resident Michelle Roberts, like many other commuters, relies on public transit to get her to and from her job each day. But that doesn’t mean she has to like it.