More than 2,600 Toronto residents have signed a petition urging the Ontario government to reverse changes made to the UP Express train service.
The petition, started by local resident Sarah Johnson, calls for the reinstatement of the previous UP Express schedule, which included stops at Bloor and Weston stations. The changes, implemented on February 1, removed these two stops and added a new stop at Mount Dennis station.
According to Johnson, the removal of the Bloor and Weston stops has caused inconvenience and frustration for many commuters who relied on these stops for their daily commute. She also argues that the addition of the Mount Dennis stop has not improved the service, as it is located in a less convenient location for many residents.
The petition has gained traction on social media, with many residents sharing their own experiences and expressing their support for the cause. Some have even suggested that the changes were made to benefit the upcoming Crosstown LRT, which will have a stop at Mount Dennis.
In response to the petition, a spokesperson for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation stated that the changes were made to improve the overall efficiency and reliability of the UP Express service. They also noted that the Mount Dennis stop was added to provide better access to the airport for residents in the area.
However, Johnson and other supporters of the petition argue that the changes have only made the service less convenient and have caused longer commute times for many residents.
The petition will be presented to the Ontario government in the hopes of reversing the changes and reinstating the previous UP Express schedule. Johnson and other supporters are urging the government to consider the impact on commuters and to prioritize their needs when making decisions about public transportation.
As of now, the petition continues to gain signatures and support from Toronto residents who are dissatisfied with the changes to the UP Express service. It remains to be seen if the Ontario government will take action in response to the petition.
