Ontario reverses UP Express service changes following public outcry

that would have reduced train frequency at two key transit stations, Bloor Station at Dundas Street West and Weston Station — two stops relied upon by commuters and airport travellers.

The petition, which was addressed to Sarkaria and Premier Doug Ford, was posted on Monday after Metrolinx announced a series of GO Train and UP Express service changes that were slated to take effect on April 28.On Monday, the provincial transit agency announced 300 new trips on its main train lines in and out of Toronto, a service increase of roughly 15 per cent. At the same time, it said airport service from downtown would run without stopping more often.

The announcement also included the decision to scale back service at the two heavily trafficked stops, which are crucial for TTC connections, and would result in trains currently running every 15-minutes reduced to every half-hour. The province said service would be enhanced to operate every 30 minutes during midday and evenings between Bramalea GO and Union stations, with certain weekend trips expanded to include 10 cars.

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