Indigenous Coalition Opposes Metrolinx's Proposal for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension

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Metrolinx,Eglinton Crosstown West Extension,Indigenous-Led Coalition

A proposal from Metrolinx for an Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE) rail line to run as an elevated section is receiving pushback from an Indigenous-led coalition. The $4.7 billion ECWE project will bring the LRT another 9.2 kilometres west along Eglinton Avenue West to Mississauga. It is expected to be completed in 2030-31. Metrolinx is pushing ahead with plans to build 1.5 kilometres of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE) as an elevated stretch through a sensitive wildlife corridor and ecosystem of urban forest in the Mount Dennis area in Toronto despite continued objections by an Indigenous-led coalition. The growing, nine-member coalition wants the project to be built underground or at-grade, which would save Metrolinx both time and money. However, the Crown agency indicates its preference is for the project to go ahead as planned

Metrolinx is facing opposition from an Indigenous-led coalition over its proposal to build an elevated section for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE) rail line . The $4.7 billion project aims to extend the LRT by 9.2 kilometres to Mississauga and is scheduled for completion in 2030-31. Despite objections, Metrolinx plans to construct 1.5 kilometres of the ECWE as an elevated stretch through a wildlife corridor and urban forest in Toronto 's Mount Dennis area.

The coalition advocates for an underground or at-grade construction, which would save time and money for Metrolinx

Metrolinx Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Indigenous-Led Coalition Rail Line Elevated Section Opposition Wildlife Corridor Urban Forest Mississauga Toronto

 

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