TORONTO — Construction is officially underway on the Caledonia GO Station, a new transit hub that will connect the Barrie GO Line with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and the future Eglinton Crosstown LRT (Line 5). The Ontario government says the project is part of its long-term plan to reduce gridlock, expand housing access, and strengthen the provincial economy through record investments in infrastructure.
Key Investment in Transit and the Economy
“Our government is making historic investments in public transit to reduce gridlock and connect more people to housing and jobs, as we work to build the strongest economy in the G7,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation. “Caledonia GO Station will connect thousands of riders to fast, reliable transit, getting them where they need to go quickly and safely, while fuelling our economy for years to come.”
Located on Eglinton Avenue just west of Caledonia Road, the new station will feature heated platform shelters, bicycle racks, and a pedestrian tunnel linking the platform’s north end to Bowie Avenue and the York Beltline Trail. The province says these amenities are designed to make commuting more convenient and accessible for Toronto residents.
Mayor Olivia Chow praised the collaboration between municipal and provincial partners, highlighting the project’s role in improving mobility and reducing congestion.
“The new Caledonia GO Station will help more Torontonians get around our city and reduce traffic on our roads,” Chow said. “Building more public transit infrastructure that is convenient, affordable and safe builds up our local economy and fosters better connections with surrounding cities. Together, the City of Toronto and the Province of Ontario are making it easier to choose transit.”
A Major Step in the GO Expansion Program
The Caledonia station is part of the province’s broader GO Expansion program, which aims to deliver two-way, all-day service on GO Transit’s busiest rail corridors. The program includes major upgrades to tracks, stations, and infrastructure across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA).
Ontario has invested more than $13 billion to expand and modernize the GO network so far, generating the equivalent of 8,300 jobs annually. The government is also investing $70 billion in public transit projects province-wide, including the Ontario Line, Scarborough Subway Extension, Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, and Yonge North Subway Extension—marking what officials describe as the largest subway expansion in Canadian history.
Building a Connected Region
Acting Minister of Infrastructure Todd McCarthy emphasized the Caledonia station’s role in linking major transit routes across Toronto and the GTA.
“The new Caledonia GO Station will connect the Barrie Line to the Eglinton Crosstown, allowing for faster and easier connections across the GTA,” McCarthy said. “Under the leadership of Premier Ford, our government is delivering on our capital plan of more than $200 billion to build the infrastructure our province needs to create jobs, keep our economy growing and protect Ontario.”
Grascan Construction Ltd. has been awarded the contract to deliver the Caledonia project, which will serve as a key transfer point between GO Transit, the TTC, and the future LRT line.
Metrolinx President and CEO Michael Lindsay said the project reflects the province’s growing commitment to building a more integrated and reliable regional transit network.
“Caledonia GO Station is a strong example of how Metrolinx, in partnership with the province, is expanding the GO network to meet the needs of a growing region,” Lindsay said. “By improving access and enhancing connections across transit systems, we’re helping make transit the convenient choice. This new station will be a major transfer point for GO Transit, Line 5 Eglinton, and TTC buses, offering another way to travel downtown, across town or up north.”
Industry and Community Support
Industry organizations have also welcomed the launch of construction, citing its potential to boost the economy and create long-term benefits for commuters and workers.
“TRACCS and its members welcome this fantastic news for Toronto, a shining example of the progress being made across our city’s rail and transit network,” said Mark Salsberg, Chairperson of TRACCS Transit and Rail. “We fully support the investment and leadership shown by our Premier, Minister and Ministry in driving forward transformative projects like Caledonia GO Station. Connecting the Barrie Line with the Eglinton Crosstown LRT will not only reduce gridlock, but also demonstrates how collaboration and smart infrastructure investment can deliver real benefits for communities, commuters, the rail supply chain, and the wider Canadian passenger rail industry.”
Nadia Todorova, Executive Director of the Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario (RCCAO), said the project underscores the importance of sustained infrastructure investment.
“RCCAO is pleased to see construction begin on the Caledonia GO Station—an important project that will enhance transit capacity across Toronto and the region,” Todorova said. “Investments like this not only ease congestion and improve connectivity, they also drive economic growth and create thousands of good-paying jobs.”
Marco D’Angelo, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA), added his support, noting the government’s continued efforts to improve mobility across the region.
“CUTA would like to extend our thanks to the Government of Ontario for their continued commitment to providing residents in the Greater Golden Horseshoe access to faster, safer public transit,” D’Angelo said. “Premier Ford and Minister Sarkaria should be commended for their continued leadership on building out transit systems and connecting Ontarians to jobs, housing, and opportunities.”
Outlook
With construction now underway, the Caledonia GO Station marks another major milestone in Ontario’s $200 billion capital plan to build and modernize transportation infrastructure. Once complete, the station will serve as a critical connector in Toronto’s growing transit network—supporting economic development, improving regional mobility, and creating thousands of jobs for Ontarians.
