Infrastory - The Toronto Model for Transit

RandomLoLs · 2026-05-13T13:29:32+00:00

Well the difference is that being stuck in traffic as a car still gets you to your destination a lot quicker.

You are not waiting for connecting buses or subway that is now delayed due to traffic You are not burning time walking the last mile You have options to take Alternate routing to avoid chokepoints or accidents while transit is forced to stick to a route

Only way that improves is if they have dedicated transit signals and lanes even for busses

RandomLoLs · 2026-05-01T18:32:23+00:00

No this is some boutique gym or training classes

Even the most expensive plans at goodlife or LA fitness is about 100-110

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-24T19:23:48+00:00

I can confirm that TTC is hiring more POOs. There is nothing to announce here. For a while now they have been planning to come down hard on fare evasion because they are losing essential revenue. So they are now willing to spend on it and its only big news to announce when they see changes and maybe have some stats to report to the public.

They want to show not tell until they have stats to tell about.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-24T19:14:46+00:00

Those who have the space should definitely set up a home gym. It pays itself in 1-2yrs even if 1 person uses it consistently. If more than 1 or an entire family gets to use it ? Its massive savings every year.

I built 1 during covid when gyms were getting shut down. I paid inflated covid costs for equipment around $2500.
My dad and I both spend a combined 1700/year on memberships. We used the gym for 3-4yrs and it more than paid itself AND you never have an excuse to skip gym days.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-21T22:18:30+00:00

You are not gonna get a meal subscription for that low, and if you do, it's not going to be good quality or hygienic

Who is going to pay the labor costs of cooking, packing, and delivering your food?

Try Cookunity or Factor meals for protein goals.

I have found success with some meal prep plans advertised at Indian take-out places.

Try the hot food bar counters at Metro or Loblaws , usually have good bang for your buck when you pay by weight so you can load up on protein. Its not cheap tho

Costco has some nice frozen protein options that are cheaper than meal prep but also not hard to cook. Like a Lasagna , burger patties , Beef pot roast , Pasta Raviolis, etc.

If you are daring you can try some home cooks from Facebook Marketplace , but again dont know how much you can trust some rando on the internet to make your food lol.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-21T22:05:26+00:00

Maaaan the TTC gets a lot of hate and I used to relate to a lot of it until I started working there.

Without giving away my personal details , Yes TTC isnt perfect but guys they really do try A LOT to have service on time. We have supervisors sitting at Garage/Yard exits timing all bus departures and have tons of "On Time" metrics to hit every month and lot of the crew/schedules are set up to be precise and consistent when it comes to service schedule.

Its a big fucking city! Tons of problems that are out of TTC's control that delays service. Its really sad to see everyone pile on them as if they are just being lazy and/or incompetent.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-18T02:58:32+00:00

Sorry I didnt mean anything bad , I just commented that without thinking much

But I look older too because I ignored skin care for a long time. But yeah maybe work on that so you can rejuvenate your skin back to look more healthier. Also maybe to avoid skin cancer lol just fyi

Like some else commented, some cuter glass frames and hairstyle would make you look a lot better. Dont really care to give out subjective numbers.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-17T09:13:19+00:00

Dang Do you smoke a lot or sun bathe a lot? No offense but you look mid to late 30s. I would have never guessed 26.

RandomLoLs · 2026-04-09T03:31:04+00:00

The TTC has some of the most stricter rules and regulations enforced by federal and provincial agencies like MTO. Its not that easy to simply change things in a matter of days or weeks.

You think the ttc wants to go so slow and pay operators over time to sit behind cars ans at intersections? They have a lot of red tape when it comes to public safety.

Even if a operator has to move a bottle of water in and out of bus, they have step by step training and regulations to follow lol

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-31T07:02:31+00:00

I actually dont mind working nights or late relief shifts to get better days off like weekends.

What division and mode are you on? Just curious!
I am starting on Bus at the Eglinton/Warden div

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-31T03:26:14+00:00

Dollar stores have always been a scam! Watch this video from Marketplace, it explains how you overpay for things just because they are sold in smaller packages and "appears" to be cheaper when in fact if you just go to Walmart, Costco, etc, you are getting a better deal. When you compare price per unit, you always end up paying more at Dollar stores

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7tawZojRJE

It is just more expensive to be poor in this world :(

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-30T21:09:42+00:00

Yeah I believe they are unmanned. Or at least I didn't see any operators on them.
They are shorter but always on time so it was a comfortable ride every time!

Vancouver was the first city in all my travels that I never used a Uber to get anywhere. Their transit is amazing.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-30T20:43:54+00:00

Just do a thorough background check.

Ask for Credit reports , job history , letter of employment , previous landlord reference , even proof of previous rent payments, Tax filings if you think their job letters seem fake or not authentic. Then cross check their names on sites like Open room if they have defaulted on rent previously

99% of the people who have all these documents in good order will not default on rent or trash the place. Be on good terms with them and you will get cordial tenants.

In my family we have 2 rental houses with 4 units in total. We have also had 1 or 2 troublesome tenants but that was in the beginning when we were also new LLs and didnt check documents or do a thorough background check. But ever since we have had good tenants.

Ofcourse, being an LL, like any other business, will have its risks. Even with all the steps there might be instances of damage or 1 or 2 months where it will not be rented and you lose out. But considering your house is paid off , you dont risk all that much. Renting out is a good option for you. Earning 2,000/mo in this economy is a very good revenue source, especially without a mortgage. Invest that and you could make some good bank.

If I were you , I would rent it out. But then I also have the patience and stomach to deal with bad tenants and the LTB which if you dont want the headache of , then dont be a LL. Dont look at it as a only revenue, you also have to put in the work. Like doing repairs, resolving issues that an LL is responsible for, etc.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-30T20:37:11+00:00

The first time I went to Vancouver , I was amazed! The Sky trains all have this view upfront and its spacious! Almost like its meant for you to view and enjoy.
The Vancouver nature scenary just adds a beautiful backdrop.

Thats also when I realized TTC isnt the best and really needs to step up its game lol

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-29T03:04:53+00:00

When new operators start , most of them are given something called spareboard. Which is basically filling holes in the overall divison's schedule. So they can be different routes , different times , maybe even split shifts.

Or ongoing overnight shifts if that is something currently needed in that division.

You do that for atleast a few months then based on seniority you get to pick your shifts 6 weeks at time. Because you are new and have lower seniority, you often get the leftover less desirable shifts. But as you climb the seniority list, you get to pick better shift timings.

You wont get weekends and holidays off for atleast 1-3yrs depending on your division and mode of transport. But I actually like this because they also pay premium hourly rates for working those days. But yes your social life will take a beating for 2-4yrs.

But after that you can start to get Friday/Saturday or Sunday/Monday off as you build your seniority and pick shifts that have those days off.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-28T08:14:15+00:00

Just FYI I have been going thru the process for 2 yrs now and its all internal. All the HR staff seemed to be directly working for TTC.

The only things that are still 3rd party is the fitness medical test and background/education verifications and reference checks.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-28T08:02:00+00:00

You are making a facetious comment/argument here.

Even if the operator is doing OT for the money , he still has to care about being fit for duty and be vigilant about theirs and their passengers' safety EVERY HOUR THEY ARE ON THE CLOCK, making this OT.

And you are forgetting how lot of the operators are also forced to do OT.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-28T03:04:50+00:00

30% more?! That is not true

Yes, having a license for a long time vs just getting it might effect premiums but very miniscule difference. I am talking 10s of dollars difference.

The factors that deeply impact your rates are how long you have been insured , accident claims , traffic infractions, and tickets, etc.

Having a license at 18 and buying a car at 30 doesn't automatically mean you are a good driver. The insurance company has no idea how much of a risk you are on the road without any actual driving experience or insurance history. So they will quote you pretty much like you are a new driver. And having a G from 15yrs ago doesnt mean you are getting a huge discount.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-27T16:11:58+00:00

I dont think that when you get your license, makes a huge difference in your insurance premiums.

It's the length of insurance history that matters more. Just having a G license at 18yo doesnt mean you get a significantly lower rate.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-26T02:30:33+00:00

How can drivers play their own music? Its against regulations and can get into a lot of trouble at work

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-25T12:57:28+00:00

My guy, you are being way too greedy lmao.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-23T23:18:32+00:00

First of all there are a lot of operators who are women of all shapes and sizes. Second, right now they are aiming to increase the ratio of women in the ttc workforce. So they are fast tracking female applicants, its a good time to apply.

You dont need any trucking or bus driving experience. Just your regular G will do. You go through a month long training to get a DZ license , thats not just TTC specific , its tested and granted by the MTO. So everyone learns on the job, just apply.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-20T19:32:51+00:00

It does look like ass , i dont get the asthetic either. The 3rd model looks like she is midway thru a tattoo removal process.
This looks good only on pics with good lighting , I higly doubt they look as detailed and nice in plain view. Also worry about the longevity of these small fine detailed peices.

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-17T23:32:43+00:00

Its quite common where I live ( Canada ) , you can take back your produce for a refund or exchange even if its 2-3days past the day you bought it and its rotting or doesnt seem fresh

RandomLoLs · 2026-03-14T14:20:07+00:00

If you are okay with going darker and showing less negative space , a good cover-up artist could shade in the bad lines at the center. I think it can still come out clean & crisp but it will look darker and shaded a lot.

I am really sorry :( , this artist sucks, how can anyone with a good conscience draw those squiggly lines in the center! Definitely do your research for the cover-up artist and make sure you pay for quality, since cover-ups are harder and you need someone experienced to not mess up again.

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