A message from CEO Rick Leary
Upload your proof of vaccination
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In order to support our employees in uploading your proof of vaccination, we’ve listened to feedback and made the process more user friendly. Now to reach the COVID-19 Vaccine Portal, log into myttc.ttc.ca and click on the tile called “Upload your vaccine proof” (it’s the one with the red band aid). If you need support, remember you can email myttc@ttc.ca or call 416-362-7547.
Having our workforce fully vaccinated is important for the city and region as we move forward with recovery. To support this, we’re continuing to host vaccination clinics on TTC properties for our workforce and their families as well as our customers and the general public.
To date, we’ve hosted 23 pop-up vaccination clinics on property and administered more than 5,000 doses. We’ve made a real difference in this fight. And there are more clinics planned for the next couple of weeks. The latest walk-in clinics for staff, consultants, contract workers and family members will take place at Queensway Division (September 22), Wilson Divison (September 23) and Birchmount Division (September 24).
We can all take great pride in the role we’re performing in partnership with hospitals and health providers to get this pandemic behind us.
Board decisions this week
The TTC Board was back in session this week after a summer break. Commissioners approved a number of key reports – a summary of decisions taken can be found in the Board Highlights below and the full meeting can be viewed on the official TTC YouTube channel. It was a full agenda where the focus was on the road in front of us.
We’re anticipating more and more customers will return to the TTC. On the heels of the City’s launch of the ShowLoveTO program to support local businesses and local tourism, and as part of our own readiness and recovery plan, later this month we’re aiming to launch our Welcome Back campaign.
Through this marketing effort, we’re going to be showcasing the many great places in the city that people can visit by taking the TTC beyond their workplaces. We want to remind customers who’ve been away during the pandemic that the TTC is a safe way to get to all the great venues and attractions the city has to offer.
Similar to our safety campaign, Welcome Back will be appearing on transit vehicles and shelters, and promoted on Spotify as well as various social media channels. The campaign will be running in multiple languages, such as: Chinese, Italian, Farsi, Tamil and Spanish.
The bottom line is we’re ready to serve riders when they’re ready to come back to us.
Stay safe.
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Rick Leary
Chief Executive Officer
September 17, 2021
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As of September 16, 2021: |
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1106 employees
out of a staff of 16,000 have tested positive for COVID-19.
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1062 employees
have recovered and returned to work.
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19 employees
are currently in self-isolation.
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Mark your calendar
Events and observances September 20 - 30, 2021
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September 20 - Sukkot begins at sundown (Judaism)
September 21-27 - Rail Safety Week
September 22 - Fall Equinox
September 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - TTC Recreation Council garage sale, see th e event poster for more information
September 27 - Sukkot ends (Judaism)
September 27 - Atzeret begins at sundown (Judaism)
September 28 - Simchat Torah begins at sundown (Judaism)
September 29 - Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah ends (Judaism)
September 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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Information about the TTC's mandatory vaccination policy
All employees must be vaccinated by October 30
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Getting vaccinated remains one of the most important ways we can protect ourselves, each other and our community. That is why, we have made vaccines mandatory for all TTC employees, contractors and students by October 30, 2021.
From the start of the pandemic, the TTC has been a leader in safety to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep employees and customers as protected from the virus as possible. This is one more important step to getting through this pandemic.
To upload your vaccine proof to the COVID-19 Vaccination Portal, log into myttc.ttc.ca and click on the tile called “Upload your vaccine proof.” |
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Last week, we asked readers how many stations were included in the TTC's first subway line. |
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The correct answer
The original Yonge Line stretched 7.4 kilometres from Eglinton to Union.
The first subway included 12 stations: Eglinton, Davisville, St Clair, Summerhill, Rosedale, Bloor, Wellesley, College, Dundas, Queen, King and Union.
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Answer this week's question |
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In what year did all TTC bus routes become accessible?
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Do you know anyone who may be interested in learning more about a rewarding career with hands-on experience and specialty knowledge? Invite them to our upcoming virtual information session!
The TTC is hosting an online event to attract and inform potential applicants to skilled trades and apprenticeship opportunities. Participants will have the chance to hear from current members about their own experiences and career progression at the TTC.
September 28, 2021
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Please share this information with anyone who may be interested.
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| TTC Recreation Council
United Way Garage Sale
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When: September 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 1627 Danforth Ave. (Danforth and Coxwell Ave.)
Choose from 100s of items - toys, electronics, furniture, sports equipment and more!
Now accepting donations at Mount Dennis, Danforth, Birchmount, and Leslie Barns.
All proceeds go to United Way Greater Toronto.
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Renewal dates amended for MTO Medical Report and Driver's License |
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The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has amended its Medical Report and Driver’s Licence renewal dates, after being temporarily extended due to the Government of Ontario COVID-19 guidelines.
- MTO Medical Renewals for Commercial Drivers and/or Drivers with a reported medical condition that were required to submit a medical report on or after March 1, 2020, must complete and submit their medical report by October 31, 2021.
- Driver’s Licences (all Classes) with an expiry date between March 1, 2020, and February 28, 2022, must be renewed by February 28, 2022.
As per TTC Corporate Policy 11.3.0, all employees required to operate TTC vehicles must at all times be in possession of a valid and proper classification Province of Ontario Driver’s Licence. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
If you have any questions, please speak with your manager/supervisor. For more information about the updated renewal dates, visit th e MTO’s website.
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TTC emergency exit buildings win Toronto Urban Design Award |
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Several emergency exits for stations built as a part of the Line 1 extension have won the Special Jury Award for Inspiring Infrastructure.
"Gems in a landscape present poetic short stories that inspire curiosity
about these egresses to public transit below," remarked the jury.
Project Team Architect: IBI Group Landscape Architect: Scott Torrance Engineer: HATCH
Material Supplier and Manufacturer: Masonry Contractor Limen Group
Read more about the emergency exits and other winners in the awar d's jury report.
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Leslie Millan appointed Head - Marketing and Customer Experience, effective September 20, 2021 |
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Leslie is an experienced public sector marketing and communications professional in transit and healthcare, and brings proven team leadership, strategic thinking and a passion for the TTC.
Leslie has held a number of senior marketing roles in both the public and private sector. She is joining the TTC from Metrolinx where she spent the past four years as Senior Manager, Brand Portfolio & Strategy. In that role, she was responsible for Metrolinx, PRESTO, UP Express and GO Transit Annual Brand Plans including new product, policy and partnership campaigns.
Before joining Metrolinx, Leslie spent a decade at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care with the Government of Ontario where she held a variety of increasingly senior strategy and integrated marketing positions. Prior to joining Government, Leslie worked in the private sector at top tier advertising agencies where she honed her client management skills.
Leslie received her Bachelor of Applied Arts – Marketing and Communications from Ryerson University. She has received numerous awards for her work over her career.
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| TTC100
Celebrate 100 years of moving Toronto – Share your highlights
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Do you collect TTC memorabilia or have photos from the past that you’d like to share? Were you or a family member part of a historic moment as an employee at the TTC?
Submissions may be featured on the employee app My TTC | SAP Jam and in a variety of channels across the TTC. Contest winners will be selected randomly and will be notified by email.
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Georgia Carley
Curriculum Development Specialist - Operations Training Centre
In September 2020, Georgia Carley joined the TTC as a Curriculum Development Specialist in the Operations Training Centre.
She applied to the TTC because she wanted to use her skills in learning design to support a service she uses every day. “My job contributes to the operation of the buses, streetcars, and subways that I’ve relied on my whole life to get around the city,” she said.
As a Curriculum Development Specialist, Georgia works with a team to create training and testing materials for a wide range of TTC employees. The training she creates covers everything from how to use snowplows and street sweepers, to streetcar and subway operation, to tie tamping or stations customer service.
Georgia starts the development process by talking to instructors and field experts about the job. She also reads procedures and manuals to find out more about the skills that are needed to do the job correctly. After that, she uses her expertise to write the materials used in the course.
Georgia enjoys her job because she likes knowing the work she does helps others at TTC do their jobs safely and effectively.
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| Employee Career Centre
New TTC internal job postings
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At the TTC, we are committed to helping you reach your professional goals through internal promotion and transfer opportunities. The Employee Career Centre allows current employees to apply for any available position.
The TTC is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture with a workforce that is representative of the communities it serves. Committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, the TTC encourages applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodation is available for applicants of all abilities throughout the recruitment process.
New positions available:
Corporate Services
- Senior Procurement Specialist (Req I.D. 4412)
- Analyst, Treasury Services (Req I.D. 4409)
- Senior Systems Analyst (SAP Payroll) (Req I.D. 3940)
- Storeperson (Req I.D. 3266)
Infrastructure and Engineering
- Handyperson Apprentice (Req I.D.1307)
Strategy and Customer Experience
- Coordinator, Court Services (Req I.D. 4290)
Vehicles
- Supervisor, Fleet Contract Administration (Req I.D. 4434)
- Project Management Office Manager (Req I.D. 3301)
- Garage Foreperson (Req I.D. 3281)
Please contact Human Resources – Talent Management at 416-393-4570 with any questions.
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Commit to funding public transit operating costs, national coalition tells federal parties
By Sebastian Leck, CBC News, September 14, 2021
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"A national coalition of transit and environmental organizations is calling on the federal parties to commit to funding the operating costs of public transit.
The organizations include the David Suzuki Foundation, TTCRiders, Continuing Education Students' Association of X University and the Toronto chapter of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation."
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GO bus passengers urged to 'buckle up' as new buses outfitted with seat belts hit the road
By Chris Fox, CTV News, September 7, 2021
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"TORONTO -- Dozens of new GO buses are hitting the road this month and while they may look virtually identical to the hundreds that are already in service riders will likely notice one major difference – seatbelts.
The federal government introduced new legislation in 2018 requiring that all medium and large highway buses built after 2020 be outfitted with seat belts"
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Toronto plans vaccine clinics for TTC stations, street corners, parks and bathhouse as part of weekend push
By Chris Fox, CP24, September 15, 2021
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"Toronto will hold dozens of vaccination clinics across the city this weekend, including late night pop ups at a bathhouse in the city’s gay village and in an apartment building in Cabbagetown.
The clinics, which get underway on Thursday and run through the weekend, are part of a wider effort that the city is calling “Days of Vaxtion” as it seeks to reach the nearly 16 per cent of eligible residents who are yet to receive even one dose of COVID-19 vaccine."
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Steven @309steve
@TTChelps the signed art print from Robert Croxford for TTC100 came in the mail today. And I lucked out and got 1/20!
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Gavin Nettlefold @GavinNettlefold
Shout out to the mobile vaccine clinic operating at Islington Station @TTChelps this morning, and to those who were there getting their shots.
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