News - Ministry of Transportation

1. New Driver's Licence Exchange Agreement With The Isle Of Man

   A new agreement between Ontario and the Isle of Man will allow new residents to exchange their valid driver's licence upon relocation, without having to take a knowledge or road test.

   January 29, 2010 2:23 PM | Ministry of Transportation
2. Distracted Driving Fines Start February 1

   On February 1, 2010, police will begin issuing tickets for using hand-held cell phones and communications and entertainment devices while driving in Ontario.

   January 29, 2010 11:44 AM | Ministry of Transportation
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   New Driver's Licence Exchange Agreement With Australia

   A new agreement between Ontario and Australia will allow new residents to exchange their valid driver's licence upon relocation, without having to take a knowledge or road test.

   January 22, 2010 2:32 PM | Ministry of Transportation
4. 
   Snowmobilers Should Take Precautions This Winter

   Snowmobile riders are reminded this week is Provincial Snowmobile Safety Week and to put safety first by avoiding unnecessary risks while having fun this winter.

   January 13, 2010 11:25 AM | Ministry of Transportation
5. Get 2010 Started Right: Plan To Get Home Safely

   To help Ontarians have a safe and memorable New Year's celebration, drivers are reminded to plan ahead for a safe ride home and never get behind the wheel after drinking.  

   December 30, 2009 9:24 AM | Ministry of Transportation
6. Construction Starts On The Sheppard East Light Rail Project
   Construction on the Sheppard East Light Rail Transit (LRT) is underway. This new transit line will create jobs, help increase ridership, improve air quality, reduce travel time and increase access to other transit systems in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
   December 21, 2009 9:34 AM | Ministry of Transportation
7. Winter Travellers - Don't Get Stuck At The Border

   With the winter holidays fast approaching, travellers are reminded that border crossing rules have changed.  Drivers entering the United States must have a passport or an approved alternative such as Ontario's new enhanced driver's licence.

   December 14, 2009 1:00 PM | Ministry of Transportation
8. 
   VIVA Rapid Transit Construction Underway

   Construction is underway on 37 kilometres of dedicated bus lanes in York Region that will provide faster, more reliable service to commuters.

   December 14, 2009 10:00 AM | Ministry of Transportation
9. Canada and Ontario Expand Commuter Parking Lot in Unionville
   The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Canada's Minister of Finance, and Michael Chan, Member of Provincial Parliament for Markham-Unionville, announced today that the governments of Canada and Ontario have officially opened the expanded Unionville GO commuter parking lot, providing motorists with better access to greener transportation in and around the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
   
   
   December 11, 2009 4:58 PM | Ministry of Transportation
10. Plan Ahead For a Safe Holiday
    With festivities getting underway in homes and workplaces across the province, drivers are reminded to plan ahead for a safe ride home: take public transit, call a cab, ride with a designated driver or stay overnight.
    December 11, 2009 5:00 AM | Ministry of Transportation
11. Penalties Toughened for Serious Traffic Offences
    Ontario is cracking down on some of the most persistent, dangerous driving behaviors.  
    December 10, 2009 1:00 PM | Ministry of Transportation
12. 
    Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension Moves Forward
    Construction is now underway on a new link that will connect the future Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension (TYSSE) mainline to the existing Wilson Subway Yard and expand yard storage facilities.
    November 27, 2009 11:00 AM | Ministry of Transportation
13. Ontario To Improve Highway 26

    The second phase of major construction improvements to Highway 26 from Wasaga Beach to Collingwood, will begin in the new year.

    November 20, 2009 2:50 PM | Ministry of Transportation
14. Bus Rapid Transit Opens, Improving Access To York University
    Greater Toronto Area residents, students and commuters now have a faster and more efficient transit option, thanks to the new York University busway.
    November 20, 2009 10:30 AM | Ministry of Transportation
15. Ontario Remembers Victims Of Road Collisions

    To mark the second annual National Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims, Ontario is reminding all motorists to never get behind the wheel of a car if they are impaired.

    November 18, 2009 5:00 AM | Ministry of Transportation