Getting Around Toronto
Whether you're driving, walking, cycling, taking transit or looking to get out of the city by train by bus or by plane, this is the information that will get you around Toronto.
How to Take the Ferry to the Toronto Islands
The quiet, relaxing beauty of the Toronto Islands is just a short ferry ride away from the city's downtown core. Learn how to take the Toronto ferry to visit this park on the water, or to join in the fun at the seasonal Centreville amusement park.
The quiet, relaxing beauty of the Toronto Islands is just a short ferry ride away from the city's downtown core. Learn how to take the Toronto ferry to visit this park on the water, or to join in the fun at the seasonal Centreville amusement park.
Ten Things You May Not Know About the Metropass Discount Plan
Have you ever thought about signing up for the TTC's monthly Metropass Discount Plan? Here are ten points to consider.
Have you ever thought about signing up for the TTC's monthly Metropass Discount Plan? Here are ten points to consider.
Using a TTC Day Pass
Planning a day exploring Toronto? Need to run a lot of errands? Consider using a TTC Day Pass which gives unlimited travel to one adult on weekdays and to families/groups on weekends and statutory holidays.
Planning a day exploring Toronto? Need to run a lot of errands? Consider using a TTC Day Pass which gives unlimited travel to one adult on weekdays and to families/groups on weekends and statutory holidays.
TTC Fare Categories
Toronto's public transit system offers discounted rates to children, students, and seniors. Find out which of the TTC's fare categories you fit into and see if you could be saving money on your everyday transportation needs.
Toronto's public transit system offers discounted rates to children, students, and seniors. Find out which of the TTC's fare categories you fit into and see if you could be saving money on your everyday transportation needs.
TTC Savings for College and University Students
Although the TTC only considers you a student up through high school, many of Toronto's college and university students enjoy a cheaper rate on their public transit passes thanks to the Volume Incentive Pass program.
Although the TTC only considers you a student up through high school, many of Toronto's college and university students enjoy a cheaper rate on their public transit passes thanks to the Volume Incentive Pass program.
Public Transit in Toronto (the TTC)
The Toronto Transit Commission provides Toronto's public transit system. Visit the TTC website to find route maps, service disruptions and other timely information on the streetcars, buses and subway system that can get you around the city.
The Toronto Transit Commission provides Toronto's public transit system. Visit the TTC website to find route maps, service disruptions and other timely information on the streetcars, buses and subway system that can get you around the city.
Stay Updated on Traffic in Toronto
Traffic cameras, road closure information, traffic flow maps and a special info line can all help ease your drive in Toronto - you just have to know where to look.
Traffic cameras, road closure information, traffic flow maps and a special info line can all help ease your drive in Toronto - you just have to know where to look.
Toronto Taxicab Companies
Need a taxi in Toronto? Here are some recommended cab companies, plus the phone numbers for many others.
Need a taxi in Toronto? Here are some recommended cab companies, plus the phone numbers for many others.
416-TAXICAB: One Number for Toronto Area Taxi Service
Have trouble remembering taxi cab numbers? Now there's one number you can use to reach a list of cab companies in and around Toronto - but it may not always be your best call.
Have trouble remembering taxi cab numbers? Now there's one number you can use to reach a list of cab companies in and around Toronto - but it may not always be your best call.
How To Register Your Bike With The Toronto Police
Unfortunately bicycle theft is a fact of life in Toronto, but registering your bike with the Toronto Police gives you a better chance of getting it returned.
Unfortunately bicycle theft is a fact of life in Toronto, but registering your bike with the Toronto Police gives you a better chance of getting it returned.
Cycling in Toronto: The City of Toronto's Guide for Bike Riders
This section of the City of Toronto website has a wealth of information on everything from cycling laws and safety to special events and bike-friendly businesses.
This section of the City of Toronto website has a wealth of information on everything from cycling laws and safety to special events and bike-friendly businesses.
Go Transit: Public Transit Beyond Toronto's Borders
With Union Station as its central hub, GO Transit operates trains and buses that connect dozens of towns and cities surrounding Toronto. Used extensively by people commuting for work, getting on the GO also provides easy opportunities for day trips and weekend adventures.
With Union Station as its central hub, GO Transit operates trains and buses that connect dozens of towns and cities surrounding Toronto. Used extensively by people commuting for work, getting on the GO also provides easy opportunities for day trips and weekend adventures.
Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA)
The GTAA has been operating Lester B. Pearson International Airport since 1996. Visit their website for updates on arrivals and departures, plus info on parking, security, airport shopping, nearby hotels and more.
The GTAA has been operating Lester B. Pearson International Airport since 1996. Visit their website for updates on arrivals and departures, plus info on parking, security, airport shopping, nearby hotels and more.
Navigating a Toronto Transit Strike
Here are some suggestions to help you get around the city while TTC workers are on strike.
Here are some suggestions to help you get around the city while TTC workers are on strike.
Free Toronto Transit on New Year's Eve 2008
If you're heading out to celebrate on New Year's Eve, consider leaving the car at home and taking advantage of special offers from Toronto's transit providers.
If you're heading out to celebrate on New Year's Eve, consider leaving the car at home and taking advantage of special offers from Toronto's transit providers.
Winter Storm Resources
When winter weather kicks into high gear, use these resources to help plan how you and your family will cope.
When winter weather kicks into high gear, use these resources to help plan how you and your family will cope.
Snow Removal on Toronto Roads
When the snow is building up on Toronto roads there are things you should know about when the plows are coming, how to drive near snowplows and what a Snow Route is.
When the snow is building up on Toronto roads there are things you should know about when the plows are coming, how to drive near snowplows and what a Snow Route is.