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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
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Ontario Northland has announced the commencement of the Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process for the new Timmins-Porcupine Station. The project is part of the reinstated Northlander Passenger Rail service, which will run between Toronto (Union Station) and Northeastern Ontario, including a new station in Timmins. The Timmins-Porcupine Station will
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Timmins Transit will provide free bus rides on Monday, April 22, in observance of Earth Day. This initiative aims to encourage the use of public transportation, which can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve energy by decreasing the number of private vehicles on the road. According to Timmins Transit,
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Timmins-Porcupine Station Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process Project Overview Ontario Northland is reinstating passenger rail service between Toronto (Union Station) and Northeastern Ontario (Timmins), including a new station in the City of Timmins. The new Timmins-Porcupine Station will feature: * Train platform * Station building * Outdoor parking * Pedestrian walkway * Bus bays
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Ontario Northland conducted an online Accessibility Public Meeting to present its 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The meeting aimed to gather feedback from the public, particularly individuals with disabilities. Key points discussed during the meeting include: * Multi-Year Accessibility Plan: Developed with the Accessibility Advisory Committee, the plan focuses on inclusivity and
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Timmins Transit will update its public transportation system in 2024 with four new conventional buses, a new fare box system, and a microtransit pilot project for Porcupine and South Porcupine. The city council approved the purchase of the buses, partially funded by the Investing in Canadian Infrastructure Program (ICIP). These