Vancouver Mayors Push for Public HandyDART Control
Nine Metro Vancouver mayors and five councils demand HandyDART be brought in-house as complaints rise 7.5% and taxi use hits 28%. Critical TransLink decision coming December 3.
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Wheelchair Basketball Trailer Stolen West of Edmonton
A trailer full of wheelchairs was stolen from the Alberta Northern Lights Wheelchair Basketball Society. The November 2025 theft impacts athletes with disabilities.
Worldwide Travel Time Similarity Impacts Future Emissions
New research reveals daily travel time remains consistent globally at 1.1 hours, presenting critical implications for future transportation emissions and urban planning strategies worldwide.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
WestJet power wheelchair weight cap leaves travelers grounded
WestJet's 250-pound power wheelchair weight restriction is preventing Canadians with disabilities from flying. Advocates demand policy changes for accessible air travel.
Street Help wheelchair ramp approved after bylaw review
Windsor's Street Help can continue using their portable wheelchair ramp after city officials clarified bylaw rules. The organization had been told the ramp was illegal.
STM mediation resumes to avoid weekend strike
Mediation talks resume between STM and union to prevent a weekend transit strike in Montreal. All essential details about the labor dispute and potential impacts.
Shareholders approve $85 billion rail merger
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern shareholders have voted to support an $85 billion merger that could reshape North American rail transportation. Learn about the implications for Canadian supply chains.
Montreal REM Line Opens as Construction Closes Roads
Montreal's new REM light-rail system begins service while construction projects cause significant road closures across the city. Learn how these changes impact transportation.
Stockholm bus crash kills multiple pedestrians
A tragic bus accident in Stockholm has resulted in multiple fatalities after a vehicle struck pedestrians. Police confirm several dead in the incident.
Kichi Zìbì Mìkan Reopening with 4 Lanes in Ottawa
Major traffic changes coming to Ottawa as Kichi Zìbì Mìkan section closes temporarily, reopening with two lanes in each direction. Get the latest road updates.
STM weekend strike threatens Montreal's vulnerable populations
Montreal's weekend transit shutdown puts seniors and homeless residents at risk as labour tribunal approves full service suspension. Advocates warn of dangerous consequences.
Ottawa's 28km e-scooter ride sets summer record
A remarkable 2-hour, 28km e-scooter journey in Ottawa marks the longest ride this summer. Discover how micro-mobility is transforming urban transportation in Canadian cities.
Ontario invests $210M to replace speed cameras
Ontario announces $210 million investment in traffic calming measures to replace speed cameras across the province, enhancing road safety through physical infrastructure improvements.
Transportation, food costs pressure Calgarians: report
New living wage report reveals Calgary's cost of living crisis worsens, with vehicle expenses and food prices creating significant financial strain for families.
U.S. Government Reboot After Record Shutdown
The longest U.S. government shutdown in history ends, but agencies face days or weeks to resume normal operations. Economic toll estimated at $10-15 billion weekly.
Alberta speed limit hike may push QEII to 140 km/h
Alberta's plan to raise speed limits to 120 km/h on divided highways could see de facto speeds hit 140 km/h on the QEII, raising safety concerns. Read the full analysis.
Winnipeg Bus Fare Enforcement Pays Off
Winnipeg's intensified bus fare enforcement initiative demonstrates significant success in reducing evasion, according to city officials. Learn how this strategy is improving transit revenue.
Calgary Buses Get Winter-Ready with New Tires
Calgary Transit begins installing advanced all-weather tires across its 1,100-bus fleet to improve winter safety and reduce service delays. The upgrade continues through 2029.
REM trains immobilized over 12 hours in first snow
At least two REM trains were stuck on tracks above Highway 40 for more than 16 hours during testing. West Island commuters witnessed the immobilized trains during both evening and morning rush hours.
New lane coming to Highway 102 Exit 3 in Bedford
Nova Scotia announces additional lane for Highway 102's Exit 3 southbound off-ramp to Hammonds Plains Road in Bedford. Project aims to ease traffic congestion.
Montreal STM service resumes after union halts strike
Montreal commuters breathe a sigh of relief as STM bus and métro service resumes after maintenance workers' union suspends strike. Full restoration is not immediate.
O-Train Line 1 single-track operation Wednesday morning
Ottawa's O-Train Line 1 will operate on single track through three stations Wednesday morning, affecting commuter routes. Stay informed about transit delays.
STM strike ends, service resumes Wednesday
Montreal STM maintenance workers halt strike action, ensuring full public transit service restoration by Wednesday morning. Commuters can resume normal travel plans.
STM strike suspended, talks resume Wednesday
Montreal's transit maintenance union suspends its strike, ending the walkout at 6 a.m. Wednesday as negotiations over funding and working conditions resume.
Quebec tables bill to end STM strike early
Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet plans to accelerate back-to-work legislation for striking STM workers. Unions call it an attack on their constitutional rights. Get the latest on Montreal's transit crisis.
Boat Collision in English Bay: Two Rescued
Two people rescued after pleasure boat collides with container ship in English Bay near Vancouver. Transportation Safety Board investigating Sunday morning incident.
Regina author examines $2B bypass in new book
A Regina author completes comprehensive review of the controversial $2 billion Regina Bypass project six years after its completion, walking the entire route to document its impact.
18 Injured in Washington Dulles Airport Mobile Lounge Crash
A mobile lounge crash at Washington Dulles International Airport sent 18 people to the hospital. Get the latest details on the incident and response.
STM weekend strike threatens food bank access
Labour tribunal considers conditions for STM weekend strike as food bank director warns shutdown would endanger vulnerable Montrealers needing essential services.
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