Summary
The TTC, Metrolinx and Crosslinx Transit Solution continue to work together to get Line 5 ready for revenue service. On June 16, 2025, train operations were transferred into the TTC’s Transit Control Centre from a temporary control centre as testing, training and construction continue. There are, however, still more phases and milestones to be safely completed before final handover to the TTC occurs.
Handover comes only after substantial completion is achieved, which requires that the Project's Independent Certifier has certified that CTS has demonstrated the successful delivery of Line 5 in accordance with the requirements set out in its Project Agreement.
Financial Impact
The Ontario-Toronto New Deal Agreement, approved by City Council on December 13, 2023, included the financial support provided from the Province to the City under the terms of the New Deal for Operating Support ($330 million over three years) for the provincially owned Line 5 (Eglinton Crosstown LRT) and Line 6 (Finch West LRT). Funding will support mobilization activities leading up to the revenue service date as well as operating and maintenance costs once the lines enter revenue service, which includes labour costs for staff to operate the lines and non-labour costs, such as traction power, utilities, and maintenance through a third-party contract. This Agreement provides provincial funding support for a three-year term commencing in Q1 2024 through to Q1 2027. Future funding for transit operations of these lines will be discussed in the next round of the New Deal discussions with the Province.
Background Information
(June 23, 2025) Report from the Interim Chief Executive Officer on Provincial LRT Program - Line 5 Eglinton Update
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/ttc/bgrd/backgroundfile-256530.pdf
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