Ford Government Accelerates Construction Timelines on Ontario Line Subway
Infrastructure Ontario announces 24/7 tunneling operations for key downtown segments of the 15.6-kilometre rapid transit line.
Choseno Civic News Desk August 12, 2026Updated August 29, 2026 1 min read ON, CA
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TORONTO, Ont. — Premier Doug Ford and transportation officials announced accelerated construction milestones for the Ontario Line subway project, authorizing around-the-clock tunneling under downtown Toronto.
Expanding Rapid Transit
The 15.6-kilometre rapid transit line will connect Exhibition Place through downtown to the Ontario Science Centre, easing congestion on the existing Line 1.
"We are building the largest transit expansion in North America to get commuters home faster," Ford stated.
Neighborhood Monitoring
Metrolinx confirmed real-time acoustic and vibration monitoring to minimize disruption to residential corridors.
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