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Finch West LRT to be 10 minutes faster by spring, TTC says https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/finch-west-lrt-to-be-10-minutes-faster-by-spring-ttc-says-9.7007658

Very happy to see a building with cladding that contrasts with the sea of green and blue of CityPlace.

Via the Toronto Star: Ontario pushes ahead with plans for controversial Oakville condo project that stands to benefit developer friend of Doug Ford...

Is there any indication from the Finch LRT opening day that Crosstown will be slower than projected in the underground sections, i.e. factors other than transit priority signal?

I suspect yesterday's reaction to the speed, combined with the Crosstown's expected slow speed in the at-grade sections next year, will create enough pressure for the TTC to make improvements, including transit signal priority.

I'm happy it won't block the views from the west of its far superior neighbor next-door.

Great observation. Eaton Centre does need more seating. Yorkdale and Square One could too, but they still have noticeably more than Eaton Centre, particularly benches in the corridors. I suspect CF's rationale is concern about loitering and security.

Somewhat reassuring, via Chris Drew on X: "Elected leaders I spoke with today agree with the need for more speed."

Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the Miller-era Transit City plan stipulate transit priority?

The World Cup games that Toronto is hosting, via Ben Steiner on X. The Germany and Croatia games will get a lot of international attention, with both being strong European sides. There is a chance Toronto could host powerhouses England or Portugal in the Round of 32 if either is a runner-up...

The renowned Toronto-born architect has passed away at age 96. Via @AlexBozikovic at the Globe and Mail. Frank Gehry, legendary architect of some of world’s most iconic buildings, dies at 96...

Thanks, NL. I didn't know it was designated. It's telling that arguably the best run board in the city can't even do housing right.

Obligatory "Can we build housing on top of it?!?!" question.

Another question, in line with what @nightstreak asked. Do we anticipate that Line 5 and Line 6 will reduce car congestion on Highway 401, as some intra-city, east/westbound travelers move to transit?

I'm unsure whether to post this here or in the Olivia Chow's Toronto thread. Excerpt plus map (behind paywall) World Cup contracts turn Toronto and Vancouver bylaw staff into FIFA’s brand police https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-world-cup-toronto-vancouver-bylaw-fifa-brand-police/