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Timmins Transit will offer free bus rides on Tuesday, April 22, in celebration of Earth Day. This initiative encourages the use of public transportation as a more sustainable travel option. The event spans the entire day, allowing residents to board any Timmins transit bus route without charge. Timmins Transit has
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Timmins Transit is reinstating half-hour service on its routes 31 and 32 starting on March 31. According to an announcement by Timmins Transit, these routes will operate in the northern and southern regions of Timmins from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on weekdays, providing more frequent
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Ontario Northland has introduced the new exterior design of the Northlander train. This development stems from input provided by community members in the Northeast region of Ontario. The design reflects feedback obtained during 'Community Connection' events conducted in 13 communities along the train corridor in the fall of
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Timmins Transit has announced that the Northern College Express service will be paused during Northern College's reading week, from February 17 to February 21, 2025. During this period, passengers are advised to use Route 16 for travel between the main Transit Terminal on Spruce St. S. and the
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Timmins Transit will introduce a new electronic fare collection system, "Pay YOUR Way," starting January 6, 2025. This system will enable passengers to pay for transit services using smartphones or reloadable fare cards. New electronic fare boxes will be installed on all buses and vans to support this
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Ontario Northland will conduct a virtual public meeting to discuss accessibility initiatives and the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The meeting will be held via Zoom, with an English session scheduled for November 28, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., and a French session on December 4, 2024, at 6:30
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Effective October 1, 2024, Timmins Transit will reinstate Route 16, serving Schumacher, South Porcupine, and Porcupine. This decision follows concerns about wait times and bus availability with the current On-Demand service. The reinstated Route 16 will operate from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday,
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Timmins Transit will hold a public information session on July 25, 2024, to discuss the upcoming On-Demand service for Porcupine and South Porcupine. The session will take place at the Northern College Gymnasium, located at 4715 Highway 101 East, South Porcupine. Residents can drop in between 11 AM to 1
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The Timmins-Porcupine Station project has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of its second Public Information Centre (PIC #2) on June 19, 2024. This event is part of the ongoing environmental assessment process for the proposed station. The first Public Information Centre was held in March 2024. During these
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Timmins Transit will start an On-Demand pilot project in Porcupine and South Porcupine on August 1, 2024. The project aims to expand service coverage and provide flexible, shared-ride transportation. Riders can book through a mobile app, web portal, or by calling Timmins Transit. The service will use smaller, fully accessible
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Ontario Northland will install new shelters equipped with seating, lighting, and heating in Matheson, Kirkland Lake, Temiskaming Shores, Temagami, South River, Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, and Washago. Construction of station platforms, parking areas, and pathways will begin this summer. Track improvements will also be made along the Ontario Northland rail network
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Ontario Northland has announced the availability of the ON Board Wi-Fi and Entertainment System on the Polar Bear Express. This service includes free internet access and an entertainment portal for passengers. Passengers can now: * Watch content such as dramas, comedies, news, and documentaries. * Listen to music, podcasts, and audiobooks. * Read