RE: 64% decrease in curbside patios To the Editor, T.O.’s traffic woes can be traced to a single source; namely the auto-centric mindset at City Hall, especially in the period following WW2. For proof, one need only look at the Gardiner
Read MoreRegarding: Shuniah inspection station closed again I’ve only seen it open once, and they weren’t inspecting anyone, just waving everyone through. My last trip across Ontario was from the Quebec border on the 417 through North Bay, Cochrane and
Read MoreTo the Editor: Dan McTeague is spot-on. The sheer cost of EV’s, especially with high tariffs on so-called cheaper imports, puts them of reach for the millions of Canadians who struggle with essentials, such as housing and food. Besides, why
Read MoreDavid Piccini, Esq. Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development Government of Ontario Subject: Urgent Action Needed to Address Labour Law Concerns for Gig Workers in Toronto Dear Minister Piccini, I hope this message finds you well. I am
Read MoreHow can Toronto solve the problem of oversupply by ignoring it? Dear Councillor Pasternak, I am writing to you today to urge you to vote against adopting the most recent Vehicle for Hire (VFH) Staff report. It offers no solutions
Read MoreSummary of VFH consultation helpful To the Editor, Taxi News: As usual, good reporting. However, contrary to your article “nobody objected” WE (ATOOL and Gerry Manley) DID object to the insanity of the Accessible program. We pointed out that the
Read MoreRe: “Advice to Uber Drivers: quit Uber, drive Taxi” October 18 To the Editor, Since entering the Vehicle For Hire industry, Uber has managed to circumvent effective regulation, leaving the company a free hand to do whatever they please. Over
Read MoreRe: Beck Taxi has not been sold to the Chinese To the Editor, Beck Taxi has been a family-run business since it launched in 1967. Under the knowledgeable leadership of Gail Souter and her daughter Kristine, the company stands as a
Read More“It was just a matter of time” To the Editor, Taxi News: Regarding the cancellation of shelved plates a year from now, while deeply disturbing to those owners who are impacted, it should come as no surprise. Granted, the plates
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