New Mobility HUBs Phase II - Developing a Network in the GTA:


New Mobility in Toronto: Just some of the innovations available in the region

Carsharing
AutoShare offers 24-hour self-serve access to a fleet of cars and vans stationed at over fifty locations across the city. Individual members book vehicles online or by phone, and pay-as-they-go for the hours they use. Visit www.autoshare.com for information.

Online Transit Information
www.findtheway.ca offers links to schedule and route information for every transit service in the GTA.

Bike Racks on Buses
In the summer of 2005 the TTC will undertake a pilot project, with bicycle racks on the 29 Dufferin, 47 Lansdowne, 7 Bathurst, 310 Bathurst, 161Rogers Road, and 98 Willowdale-Senlac routes. Visit www.ttc.ca for information.

Bikesharing
The Community Bicycle Network's BikeShare program works like a library. With a $25 season's pass you can sign bikes out of sixteen interchangeable locations. Visit www.communitybicyclenetwork.org for information.

Green Map and Online Listings
The Green Tourism Association’s online interactive map has search functions to help find Toronto’s green spaces, gardens, galleries, museums, theatres, green retailers, and vegetarian and organic restaurants. Visit www.tourgreen.ca for information.

Smart Commuting
To help choose your way in the GTA, www.smartcommute.ca offers a range of suggestions for your commute.

Commuter Bike Lockers
Secure lockers will soon be available to rent for modest monthly fees at locations across the city. Call City of Toronto Transportation Services at 416-392-9253 for information.

Cycling Services
Visit www.toronto.ca/cycling for access to services offered by the City: request post and ring parking for your street, view the Cycling Map, get cycling safety tips, learn about cycling and public transit, sign up for cycling courses, join the Bicycle User Groups Network, and more…


Top | Next

 
© 2005 Moving The Economy. All rights reserved.