“It shows that they don’t care, and they’re not prioritizing every-day transit riders.” We expect that UP Express will be the same.”However, the UPX per-ride subsidy is much higher than is typical for a public transit system. The astounding sum, which far exceeds the subsidy received by other Toronto-area public transit projects, was revealed in an annual report that came before the Metrolinx board Tuesday. According to the TTC, its passengers receive a per-ride subsidy of 90 cents, almost all of which comes from the city. “Public transit in North America has traditionally required some level of operating subsidy beyond the fare box.

Source: thestar June 30, 2016 23:39 UTC