Brampton’s Hurontario-Main LRT project is moving ahead

April 4, 2014 · 0 Comments

The Cities of Mississauga and Brampton have completed preliminary design and environmental assessment work for the Hurontario-Main Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project.
It will run from Port Credit into Brampton, and the work completed so far will initiate the Ontario Ministry of Environment Transportation Project Assessment Process (TPAP). As a priority Next Wave project of Metrolinx’s regional transportation plan, The Big Move, Metrolinx will be joining the municipalities as a co-proponent through this next phase of work.
“It is wonderful we have reached this stage,” said Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion. “Our residents and businesses will greatly benefit from having light rail transit on this corridor. This project is about moving people, giving them good transit options and bringing new life and opportunities to the corridor. We know light rail is well suited for this corridor; for the people travelling, living and working on it. People and businesses want the gridlock issue solved. We look forward to working with Brampton and Metrolinx to bring light rail transit to this important corridor.”
“Brampton is committed to creating a world-class transit system that is convenient, reliable and modern,” said Brampton Mayor Susan Fennell. “A strong city is built on connections, and we want to get those connections right, for businesses, workers, students, GO train commuters and families. We look forward to continuing to work with Mississauga and Metrolinx to find solutions that meet our respective needs.”
“Metrolinx is pleased to be joining the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga as a co-proponent in the EA process. This project will further link together expanded GO service, MiWay and Züm so people can move throughout the region,” said Metrolinx President and CEO Bruce McCuaig.
Metrolinx was created in 2006 as part of the plan to deliver long-term sustainable transportation and better transit for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). In 2008, The Big Move is a 25-year transportation plan for coordinated, integrated transportation and transit in the region.