TTC and Metrolinx Clarify Transit Issues Following Blue Jays Defeat

Following the Toronto Blue Jays’ recent loss in a tightly contested Game 7 against the Los Angeles Dodgers, confusion ensued regarding transit options in the city. Officials from the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and Metrolinx addressed the issues that arose, clarifying that the primary problem was miscommunication rather than service inadequacies.

TTC Communication Missteps

On Monday, Jamal Myers, chair of the TTC, expressed regret for a social media announcement that suggested riders should hurry to catch the last subway trains, about ten minutes before the game ended at Rogers Centre. This message, amplified by the city’s official accounts, incorrectly stated that the final TTC train would leave at 1:30 a.m.

In reality, contingency plans were in place, with the last subway train scheduled to depart at 1:45 a.m. Myers acknowledged the oversight, stating, “Unfortunately, that night, a TTC communication suggesting that subway service would end at 1:30 a.m. was posted… leading to confusion for our customers.” He issued a formal apology from the TTC to those affected by the misinformation.

Metrolinx Response to Increased Demand

Frustration was also evident at Union Station, where many fans awaited GO train services. Metrolinx had implemented additional late-night trips throughout the Blue Jays’ postseason run. This included extra UP Express and GO trains on multiple lines for Game 7, which aimed to accommodate the influx of attendees.

• Additional services were provided on the Lakeshore West and East lines.
• Extras were included on the Barrie line, Kitchener line, and Stouffville line.
• Every train departing after the game was reported to be at full capacity.

Details from Transportation Minister

Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria emphasized the government’s attentiveness to public feedback while defending the deployment of services. He noted the challenges faced on certain lines due to track constraints related to CP or CN Rail ownership.

Regarding the Lakeshore lines that Metrolinx operates directly, Sarkaria confirmed they adjusted schedules, with one train departing around 1:15 a.m.—an hour later than originally planned. The minister concluded that more improvements could be made moving forward, affirming the commitment to enhance future transit experiences.