Crews break ground on final Eglinton extension tunnel

Key Takeaways:

• Ontario has broken ground on the final tunnel segment of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, a nine-kilometre line that will add seven new stations and connect Scarborough to Mississauga, enhancing the region’s transit network.
• The project will create over 4,500 jobs, supporting a range of roles from engineering to heavy equipment operation, while contributing to long-term economic growth and infrastructure resilience.
• Once complete, the extension will link with major regional transit systems (UP Express, GO Transit, TTC, MiWay) and cut commute times by up to 24 minutes, offering more seamless and affordable travel for Greater Toronto Area residents through the province’s “One Fare” program.

The Whole Story:

The Ontario government has broken ground on the final tunnel segment of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, marking another significant milestone in the province’s plan to deliver a new transit line from Scarborough to Mississauga. Once complete, the nine-kilometre line will connect seven new stations to the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.

“Premier Ford and our government have a plan to tackle gridlock and shorten commutes for drivers and public transit users in the Greater Toronto Area,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation. “As President Trump’s tariffs continue to threaten Ontario workers and our economy, it has never been more important to invest in transportation infrastructure. We will do whatever it takes to protect Ontario jobs and build for the future.”

The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will create more than 4,500 jobs from engineers to construction workers, crane, and heavy equipment operators. Crews have now started excavating the twin 500-metre tunnels under Eglinton Avenue West, from Jane Street to the future Mount Dennis Station.

“Better public transit means Torontonians can get to work, school and appointments faster. The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will make life easier for residents of Etobicoke, York and Midtown Toronto – meaning thousands of people will enjoy faster commutes,” said Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto. “The city’s strong partnership working together with the province is building more transit for the people of Toronto.”

The new transit line will connect riders to regional transit services, including the UP Express, GO Transit, TTC and MiWay, where they can benefit from the province’s “One Fare” program and transfer for free. Combined with the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, the extension will cut commute times between popular destinations like Yonge and Eglinton and Square One by up to 24 minutes per trip.