The TTC and the union representing thousands of its frontline workers have not reached a deal with one hour left until the strike deadline.
Both sides have indicated that progress is being made at the bargaining table and are optimistic that a new contract can be reached.
Meanwhile, in its own update, the union representing frontline transit workers said its members remain at the bargaining table, but didn't shed light on how the talks were going. He noted that the union continues to negotiate but said, "We don't have enough in order to solidify a deal that we could take to our membership to be ratified."
His remarks were a far cry from the optimistic outlook sounded by TTC Board Chair Jamaal Myers earlier in the day. "I remain confident the fact that we were able to get that type of agreement shows that there is collaboration around the table," Myers told CP24 in a sit-down interview Thursday morning. "As you may or may not recall, back in 2008 that was not the case. They dropped them off at 12. So that just goes to show you, sort of the spirit around the table and that everybody wants a deal.
Meanwhile Mayor Olivia Chow arrived at city hall on her bicycle Thursday to promote "Bike to Work Week" and said she understands that a transit strike would be disruptive for residents.
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