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Discussion Paper Towards a Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan Discussion Paper June 2021 Minister’s Message Our government is committed to addressing the unique transportation needs of every region across the province. Following the release of our transportation plans for the Southwestern and Northern regions of the province, I’m excited to share this discussion paper that outlines the initiatives and concepts to achieve our collective vision for improved mobility throughout the Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH). Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Transportation We have a vision of an interconnected transportation system that provides a safe, seamless and accessible transportation The technical work and engagement accomplished over the experience for all Ontarians. And most importantly, a system that past several years has helped us build a foundation for a long- works better for you and the nearly 15 million people who will call term GGH Transportation Plan – a clear path forward that takes the GGH home by 2051. us to 2051 to meet the regions’ unique transportation needs. Our regional transportation network needs to be ready to meet We know our vision for the Greater Golden Horseshoe will the demands that will come with the forecasted population and not be complete without the continued valuable input of employment growth. Our government understands that we need local municipalities, businesses, Indigenous communities a transportation plan that will help us build a better system to and the general public. That is why we are inviting everyone keep goods and people moving for decades to come. to share their feedback with us on the proposed near-term commitments, immediate actions and conceptual ideas for the This paper outlines initiatives and concepts to meet our collective future outlined in the discussion paper. goals and the transportation challenges of the future and sets out priority near-term actions as a foundation to achieve this vision. Over the next few months, we will carefully consider and incorporate feedback as we work towards releasing the GGH Although the GGH is an integrated economic region, its Transportation Plan later in 2021. communities are diverse with different transportation needs. This paper considers many new challenges including economic I look forward to hearing what you have to say. Together, we’re transitions, new technologies and shifting demographics that will helping to shape a better and unified transportation network for alter the way people use the transportation system. our province’s future. 1. INTRODUCTION 2 TABLE OF Purpose of this discussion paper 4 The transportation challenge 5 Process to date 7 CONTENTS 2. A VISION FOR MOBILITY IN 2051 8 Getting people moving on a connected transit system 9 Enhancing capacity and performance on congested roads 11 Efficiently moving goods across the region 13 3. NEAR-TERM ACTIONS 15 Goal 1: Improve Transit Connectivity 16 Goal 2: Relieve Congestion 18 Goal 3: Give Users More Choice 20 Goal 4: Keep Goods Moving 22 Goal 5: Safe and Inclusive 24 Goal 6: Future Ready 26 Goal 7: Muskoka, Haliburton and Connections Beyond the GGH 28 4. IMPLEMENTATION AND NEXT STEPS 30 mikecphoto / Shutterstock.com 1. INTRODUCTION The Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH) This trend will result in more gridlock unless we have a comprehensive and long-term plan. A Considering COVID-19 is a large urban region centred around range of solutions are needed, including increasing Toronto, encompassing Waterloo, Brant infrastructure capacity, using our infrastructure wisely, The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant and Haldimand in the west, Niagara and providing options for people and businesses to impact on our economy and communities. choose the most effective way to get around. Non-essential travel has been curtailed, which to the south, Simcoe in the north, and negatively impacted many service providers. Peterborough and Northumberland Mobility in the GGH is provided by a complex However, throughout the pandemic, transportation in the east (Figure 1). It is home to 10 system of provincial, municipal and private sector infrastructure, services and programs. There is a need has remained an essential service – to move million people, or over 60% of Ontario’s for a common vision for the region, so that all the medical supplies, groceries and other goods population. investments we are making work together. and to provide safe transport of frontline and essential workers to their jobs. The pandemic has The GGH is the economic engine of the province. Over the past several years, the Ministry of also led to re-thinking how we use transportation Two-thirds of Ontario’s gross domestic product (GDP) Transportation has been engaging with its partners infrastructure. For example, some cities have is generated here. and analysing options, to develop a long-term vision closed streets or lanes to motor vehicles to make for mobility in the GGH to 2051, and to set out a path more space for safe walking and cycling, to A well-functioning transportation system is critical to achieve our shared goals for the transportation support personal health and well-being. to economic prosperity. Time waiting for a bus, time system. stuck in traffic on the way to meet a client or to make a As Ontario recovers from the pandemic, levels delivery – all of these are costs to our economy. We look forward to your continued input! of travel are expected to return and demands on the transportation system will continue to grow. Infrastructure investments haven’t kept up and won’t We are planning for a transportation system that meet future needs on their own. Over the 15-year meets future needs and is resilient in the face of period of 2001-2016, travel demand on the highways unexpected events. grew three times faster than the rate of new road construction during this time. 2 Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan | Discussion Paper June 2021 Figure 1: June 2021 Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan | Discussion Paper 3 PURPOSE OF THIS DISCUSSION PAPER The remainder of Section 1, the Introduction, describes the transportation challenges and the work the Ministry of Transportation has done to date to develop a GGH Transportation Plan. This discussion paper is being released in Section 2, the 2051 Vision for Mobility, describes the proposed future transportation system and order to seek your feedback to inform the what’s needed to achieve our vision of an integrated transportation system that provides a safe, development of a long-term transportation seamless and accessible transportation experience for all. It graphically illustrates a proposed plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. approach to new and improved infrastructure, and outlines services and policies to bolster that network. This paper sets out the proposed 2051 vision for mobility in the region, which has been designed to Section 3, Near-Term Actions, sets out work that is currently underway or planned in the region – meet our collective goals and the transportation infrastructure, services and policies – that is making measurable improvements to transportation challenges of the future. experiences now, to realize our long-term vision. Just as important, it sets out actions we’re already Section 4, Next Steps, discusses next steps and seeks your input on implementation taking or plan to take in the near-term, to set us on a considerations for the future. path to achieve this vision. We want your feedback! Please provide your input on the proposed concepts for 2051, the priority near-term actions, and how to achieve the regional vision. Visit www.ontario.ca/page/greater- golden-horseshoe-ggh-transportation- plan to provide your thoughts on this discussion paper. 4 Greater Golden Horseshoe Transportation Plan | Discussion Paper June 2021 THE TRANSPORTATION CHALLENGE GETTING AHEAD OF RAPID GROWTH The Greater Golden Horseshoe is a dynamic and rapidly Although the GGH is an integrated economic region, its PEOPLE AND JOBS IN THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE growing region. It is a nationally significant hub for goods communities are diverse, with different transportation (Amendment 1 (2020) to the Growth Plan for the Greater movement and business travel that sees $1.16 trillion in needs. The highly urban core of the City of Toronto will Golden Horseshoe 2019) goods transported annually on its highways. It is a critical rely on transit and active transportation to move masses gateway for trade and tourism. of people. The rapidly growing suburban municipalities surrounding Toronto require more transportation options The GGH population is forecasted to grow from 10 and better connections. Small towns, rural areas and million people in 2019, to 14.9 million people by 2051. Indigenous communities need right-sized options to This rapid growth, alongside technological and socio- access services. economic changes, will create an increasingly complex and congested transportation network over the coming In planning the transportation system for the next decades. 30 years, we have to consider many new challenges including economic transitions, new technologies such Congestion is already costing the economy up to $11 as automated and connected vehicles, and shifting billion a year in productivity in the Greater Toronto demographics that will alter the way people use the and Hamilton Area and will get worse if current trends transportation system. Some of these changes have the continue. Total hours lost in congestion would be more potential to fundamentally disrupt the transportation than tripled by 2051 if we don’t address this challenge. industry. The vast majority of trips in the region – by car, bus, truck, or bicycle – take place on a road, and this will continue into the future. However, roads alone cannot keep up with growth. From 2001 to 2016, travel demand on provincial highways in the GGH grew three times faster than the rate of new road construction during this time. We need to provide more choices on how and when people and goods travel and offer creative solutions to make the most of our infrastructure.
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