Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)

On August 21st, our students, new grads and manager came together at the vibrant Wychwood Barns for our 3rd Annual Student Appreciation Event - a day dedicated to honoring the incredible hard work, creativity, and resilience of our students. This year’s theme, TTC Eras: Celebrating Our Past, Present, and Future, paid tribute to the journey we’ve all taken together. From the legacy of where we started, to the momentum of today, and the promise of what’s ahead - our students continue to inspire us every step of the way. We’re so proud of everything our students have accomplished, and we can’t wait to see how they shape the future. Thank you to everyone who made this celebration unforgettable. Here's to the next chapter! 🚋✨

A heartfelt thank you to all our Summer and co-op students departing the TTC this week. Your dedication and contributions have been truly valued. Wishing you great success as you head back to school! #TTCEarlyTalent #TTCFutureTalent #TTCNextGen

We showed up, we danced, and we brought the energy! Over 350 TTC employees joined the Bacchanal Bus at this year’s Toronto Caribbean Carnival Grand Parade and it was pure joy from start to finish. Decked out in the Carnival’s “Take Me Home” theme, the bus celebrated the energy, culture, and community that make this city feel like home. Missed the parade? You can still catch the Bacchanal bus in service all month long, rolling through the northwest and central parts of Toronto!

A night of powerful music, remembrance and celebration 🎉 Last week, hundreds came together to join us on our annual Emancipation Day Underground Freedom Train Ride. We honoured the trailblazers of our community and the significance of the Underground Railroad, the largest anti-slavery movement in North America. Thank you to our partners at the Blackhurst Cultural Centre for their collaboration and to everyone who participated in this special night! 🎥: @ekuacudjoe (Instagram)

🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟 Sara Hassoon – Lead Engineer, Structural, Engineering Sara Hassoon, Lead Engineer, Structural, has been honoured with Railway Track and Structures’ Women in Rail Engineering Award for 2025. This award celebrates her significant contributions to the rail and transit industry and highlights her dedication to improving public mobility, sustainability, and urban development. She's a dedicated and passionate professional who enjoys making a difference in the daily lives of Torontonians while contributing to the city's growth, which is why she joined the TTC in 2022 after 16 years as a Senior Engineer at a consulting firm. For Sara, transit is more than just moving people; it's about enhancing the quality of life, reducing environmental impact, and supporting inclusive growth. As a Lead Engineer, Sara oversees various transit projects, ensuring they meet design standards and protect existing infrastructure. Her role includes technical reviews, leading coordination meetings, mentoring junior staff, and balancing detailed technical work with high-level planning. "I enjoy working on meaningful infrastructure projects and solving complex engineering problems. The balance between technical depth, big-picture thinking, and a collaborative environment focused on safety and sustainability makes my work fulfilling and constantly educational," she said. Sara has a bachelor of science in civil engineering and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.

🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟 Patrick McLaughlin – Instructor, Operations Training Centre Patrick McLaughlin joined the TTC in 1997 because he believed it would be a good fit for him, and he was right. He started as a Bus and Streetcar Dual-mode Operator and has also held the roles of Subway Operator, Wheel-Trans Operator and Transportation Instructor. Now, he’s an Instructor for Rail Maintenance in the Operations Training Centre. As an Instructor, Patrick facilitates the safety certification of the TTC’s maintenance employees and contractors. “I really enjoy the variety of people I work with in my department. Being a Rail Maintenance Instructor, I have the pleasure of meeting many people from departments across the TTC. Each day can be very different from the last,” he said. A memorable moment for him was winning the Employee of the Year Award alongside two of his former colleagues in 2015, when he was an Operator. One of his favourite parts about working in Toronto is its diversity and culture. “I am so blessed that my Scottish-born parents chose Canada to call home,” he shared. Outside of work, Patrick plays pool with friends and plans to enter tournaments in the future. He also enjoys taking day trips to Toronto’s surrounding areas and points of interest.

Commissioners officially welcomed new TTC CEO Mandeep S. Lali to his first Board meeting. Commissioners received for information an update report on the Green Bus Program. Commissioners received for information a mid-year progress report on the 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan. Commissioners received an information report on five specific items underway to address service delays on the TTC. Commissioners approved a report recommending a budget adjustment to allocate funds to purchase 105 gasoline-powered paratransit buses for Wheel-Trans service. Commissioners received an update report on the SRT Busway acceleration efforts to expedite all required land acquisitions and permits to accelerate construction of the SRT Busway. Commissioners unanimously passed a motion requesting that TTC staff identify and report back on opportunities to remember and honour Canada’s veterans and highlight TTC staff who are veterans, including in TTC vehicles and in stations. Commissioners unanimously passed a motion requesting that TTC staff identify and report back on appropriate internal TTC properties that could be named and/or renamed to honour Frederick Langdon Hubbard, the first Black Canadian to be appointed TTC Chair. The next scheduled TTC Board meeting will be on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟 Laman Muradova – Court Filing Clerk, Revenue Protection Laman Muradova is a friendly face for TTC customers and colleagues. She joined TTC in 2023 because she’s passionate about helping people and dedicated to making a difference in Toronto and wanted a job that reflects her values. “I wanted to be part of something that makes a real difference—something reliable, essential, and forward-thinking,” she said. “Working in transit also offers stability, continuous learning, and the chance to grow within a vital public service.” Laman joined the TTC as a Fare Inspector, Community Engagement, where she enhanced both safety and the quality of the transit experience by fostering a positive and collaborative relationship between TTC’s Fare Inspectors, Special Constables and customers. Now, she’s a Court Filing Clerk, where she leverages her knowledge of the law to handle legal paperwork and help keep things running smoothly. An interesting fact about Laman is that she speaks English, Russian, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and American Sign Language. She finds that being multilingual helps break down language barriers so everyone can access important services. Outside of TTC, Laman is a Toronto Auxiliary Police Constable and volunteers with the Red Cross. Whether at work or volunteering, Laman is all about strengthening her community, one connection at a time.

Yesterday was a major milestone for the Toronto Transit Commission! We were thrilled to officially launch our first-ever Engineer-in-Training program and warmly welcome the inaugural cohort of new Engineering graduates. This dynamic four-year program is designed to develop future professional engineers through: ✅ Rotational assignments across TTC’s engineering teams, building broad, hands-on experience in transit planning, design and operations. ✅ One-on-one mentorships from experienced TTC engineers to guide each Engineering graduate through projects and career developments. ✅ Professional development support and P.Eng. licensure preparation to help Engineering graduates earn their engineering designation. ✅ Real-world projects that move Toronto’s transit network forward and improve the daily commutes of our city’s residents. This is an exciting milestone, and we are proud to be investing in the next generation of transit engineers. The creativity and dedication of our inaugural cohort will help shape the future of Toronto’s transit system. Please join us in celebrating this achievement and in cheering on our new Engineering graduates as they embark on their journey!

Commissioners received the Platform Edge Doors Study report, and referred the matter to the TTC’s Strategic Planning Committee for further costs and benefits analysis. Commissioners approved revisions to its station naming process covered in the TTC Corporate Policy – Identification of Routes, Stations, and Stops. Commissioners approved the Non-Fare Revenue Strategic Review to identify potential new sources of non-fare revenue to diversify revenue streams, while also improving customer experience. Commissioners received an update report on the progress and implementation timeline for the Rogers 5G wireless implementation project within TTC subway tunnels. Commissioners received a status update on the TTC’s major capital projects for the period ended April 26, 2025. Commissioners passed a motion requesting that TTC staff work with Metrolinx staff to establish a formal advisory committee that includes equal representation of Board Members from both organizations. The next scheduled TTC Board meeting will be on Thursday, July 17, 2025.