Erin Nicole Davis is a born and raised Toronto writer with a passion for the city and its urban affairs and culture.
The last time the transit system saw a weekend-long strike was back in 2008, before it was deemed an essential service for the next 15 years, until 2023. But a TTC strike could become a reality again this Friday.While Toronto’s infamous TTC isn't always "the better way" as its once long-time slogan stated, the city could virtually come to a standstill should its trains, buses, and streetcars grind to a halt in the event of a strike. That, most of us can agree on.
As the date looms closer, the possibility of a strike becomes more probable. The union is demanding increases in wages, job security, and benefits. A video posted on the ATU website yesterday highlights Toronto’s sky-high cost of living – from food prices to housing – and the impact it’s having on TTC employees. “Transit workers are struggling to live in a city they help move every day,” says a voiceover.– and not just for TTC riders.
We're willing to bet that the city's bike share stations will remain bare the duration of the strike, unless you're early enough to scoop one up. Not shopping around puts future homebuyers, and existing owners, at risk of spending thousands more per year than they need to. In extreme cases, not shopping around for a better rate could even cost someone their home.Josan Properties will be converting the lower half of the office building into rental homes while retaining the top office floors.
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