Expropriation for underground transit connection approved as fair, sound, and reasonably necessary.
Metrolinx sought approval to expropriate surface and subsurface portions of land owned by 690981 Ontario Limited (Crossways) to construct an underground pedestrian tunnel connecting the GO/UP station and the Dundas West TTC station.
Crossways requested a Hearing of Necessity, raising concerns about safety, fire protection, and the scope of the temporary easement.
The Ontario Land Tribunal found that the proposed expropriations were fair, sound, and reasonably necessary to meet the growing demands for public transit.
The Tribunal approved the expropriations, including the temporary access easement, subject to Metrolinx coordinating all works with Crossways and adhering to its safety commitments.
OLTOntario Land TribunalMar 12, 2026
